Pat McGrath Labs introduces a new dimension to lip care with their latest offerings: the Sheer Lipstick Balm and the Water Balm in Vanity, both part of the innovative LIPS Collection. These products are designed to drench lips in a wash of colour and glossy shine, combining nourishing hydration with captivating pigment.
Sheer Lipstick Balm: A Refillable Innovation
The Sheer Lipstick Balm is presented in a refillable format, designed to fit into your favourite LIPS vessel. This innovative approach allows for a more sustainable beauty routine without compromising on luxury. The balm drench lips in a wash of colour and glossy shine, offering a sheer, buildable finish.
Formula and Benefits
The unique melting balm formula is engineered to dispense nourishing hydration and pigment in a single stroke. A key ingredient, Vitamin E, is incorporated to combat dryness, ensuring lips remain soft and comfortable throughout the day. The result is a product that combines sheer colour with a juicy shine.
The melting texture provides supreme nourishment and a delightful sensorial feel upon application. This balm is crafted to deliver both efficacy and an indulgent experience.
Shades and Application
Six new shades of the Sheer Lipstick Balm are available. For application, products like Retrograde can be applied directly onto the lips from the bullet. Alternatively, for a softer, blotted effect, the balm can be gently patted onto the lips with fingers.
Packaging and Materials
The packaging of the Sheer Lipstick Balm is thoughtfully designed, utilizing mixed materials including PCR plastic (post-consumer recycled plastic) with an Aluminium overshell. The outer packaging is made from 100% FSC certified cardboard, underscoring a commitment to sustainability.
Water Balm in Vanity: A Mesmeric Black Glaze
The WATER BALM in VANITY, also from the LIPS Collection, offers a distinct aesthetic with its sheer black glaze. This product drenches lips in a glossy veil of mesmeric shine, providing a captivating finish.
Formula and Texture
Housed in striking gunmetal packaging, the Water Balm features a wet pigment technology that melts upon contact with the lips. It glides on with a soothing, water-like feel, delivering intense gloss and a sheer wash of colour.
Application
The LIPS Water Balm in VANITY can be applied directly onto the lips from the bullet, ensuring an effortless application process.
Ingredients
The ingredient list for the Water Balm in Vanity includes:
- Diisostearyl Malate
- Octyldodecanol
- Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
- Oryza Sativa Cera (Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax)
- Synthetic Wax
- Mica
- Disteardimonium Hectorite
- Polyhydroxystearic Acid
- Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
- Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
- Tin Oxide
- +/- May Contain Ci 77499 (Iron Oxides), Ci 77891 (Titanium Dioxide)
These ingredients work together to create the balm's unique melting texture and glossy finish.