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Rated a 2.5

"Lip enhancing"? Meh, not so much with these non-plumping, yet vibrant glosses. Color only lasts through a half-hour commute, and it's hard to ignore the plastic aroma and grainy texture while you're wearing it (albeit briefly). OK, so the wand applicator evenly distributes, but really, who cares when the gloss tastes like contact lens solution? M·A·C Lipglass is a better option; it lasts longer, has a smoother texture and contains moisturizing jojoba oil.

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  • Member rated it 2.0

    overpriced

    by coinma (93 reviews)
    I recieved a sample with a purchase. I am generally a big fan of Smashbox products, and I probably would say this is an OK lipgloss. However, I take issue with the "lip enhancing" part. This product made my highly pigmented lips shiny and soft; if that is the "enhancement", then so be it. But, when I... December 15, 2007, 1:25 pm I recieved a sample with a purchase. I am generally a big fan of Smashbox products, and I probably would say this is an OK lipgloss. However, I take issue with the "lip enhancing" part. This product made my highly pigmented lips shiny and soft; if that is the "enhancement", then so be it. But, when I hear"enhancement" I expect it to improve the color of your lips, not necessarily adding any real color, but making your lip's color prettier and sexier. Sally Hansen's glosses do the job better at a better price. I would not buy this in the store. December 15, 2007, 1:25 pm

    4 of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Must be a BKLYN gurrrl thang...

    by TheDuchess (2 reviews)
    ...cuz I agree w/ BROOKLYN007; I love this gloss!..When I saw the new limited edition summer shade sand in a catalog, I immediately NEEDED IT(!) to give my face a change from my standard fave (Victoria's secret Very Sexy lip gloss in Wet)for the summer. (P.S.-the shade was ALREADY SOLD OUT from said catalog!) When I finally... May 24, 2008, 9:32 am ...cuz I agree w/ BROOKLYN007; I love this gloss!..When I saw the new limited edition summer shade sand in a catalog, I immediately NEEDED IT(!) to give my face a change from my standard fave (Victoria's secret Very Sexy lip gloss in Wet)for the summer. (P.S.-the shade was ALREADY SOLD OUT from said catalog!) When I finally did recieve it, I was happy to find that the applicator brush was the same bristled type as my aforementioned fave. The shade was the perfect nude I've been looking for all my life! May 24, 2008, 9:32 am

    3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    What are you all talking about?

    by brooklyn007 (3 reviews)
    I think this is great lip gloss!!! (So does a certain beauty mag... Not that we HAVE to agree with their recommendations, but this time I do.) I owned this lip gloss prior to its Allure distinction; in fact, I have several of them. Ok, first off, it's not meant to be a plumper, and I'm not sure where everybody is getting th... May 12, 2008, 7:07 pm I think this is great lip gloss!!! (So does a certain beauty mag... Not that we HAVE to agree with their recommendations, but this time I do.) I owned this lip gloss prior to its Allure distinction; in fact, I have several of them. Ok, first off, it's not meant to be a plumper, and I'm not sure where everybody is getting that. "Lip enhancing" refers to the fact that it adds color to your lips and makes them slightly better than your own. The first gloss I bought from them was ILLUME, and it is still a staple in my make up bag. It is awesome alone or as a lipstick enhancer. One of the things that I was firt impressed with was the pleasant smell (kind of cake like)-- But more importantly, I thought that the staying power was rather good for a gloss. I had gone about my day and even eaten, and there were still more than remants left of my gloss. I have NO idea why everybody is so disappointed. This is great! I love Smashbox! May 12, 2008, 7:07 pm

    3 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 4.0

    I won this??

    by lee5458 (8 reviews)
    Looks GREAT?? Lasted about 30 minutes if your lucky?? No plumping?? Glad I did NOT spend, it was the end in a week?? You have to keep applying it endlessly?? NOT GOOD? The great thing is the color was to die for?? Never lasted??? March 14, 2008, 8:04 pm

    2 of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 7.0

    I Have It On Now

    by Karen726 (7 reviews)
    This is not going to give you Angelina lips, but I do like the sheer color, I don't notice any odor and it isn't super sticky. I don't know that it has any actual lip plumping potential because there is none of that sting or sizzle when it goes on. It lasts as long as any other gloss. I think lip enhancing just means tha... March 11, 2008, 5:26 am This is not going to give you Angelina lips, but I do like the sheer color, I don't notice any odor and it isn't super sticky. I don't know that it has any actual lip plumping potential because there is none of that sting or sizzle when it goes on. It lasts as long as any other gloss. I think lip enhancing just means that your lips will look prettier with this than on their own. For me this is definitely true. March 11, 2008, 5:26 am

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    love it!

    by khat12 (19 reviews)
    let's face it, all lip glosses that make your lips shine will be somewhat sticky. BUT, this lip gloss is a lot less sticky than most that are out there. it feels smooth and soft on, has great color, and as far as i could tell, fragrance free. the only downside to these glosses is that i don't like the application brush s... December 13, 2007, 4:07 pm let's face it, all lip glosses that make your lips shine will be somewhat sticky. BUT, this lip gloss is a lot less sticky than most that are out there. it feels smooth and soft on, has great color, and as far as i could tell, fragrance free. the only downside to these glosses is that i don't like the application brush styles for most of them. i only like the sponge tip brush as it's the easiest to apply without a mirror. December 13, 2007, 4:07 pm

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Love it!

    by bekahgirlie (15 reviews)
    I recently received a free sample of this lipgoss true color in "pixel". Im so addicted to it, its my favorite. I have to say that its not my dream-come-true of glossiness without any stickiness, but its the best Ive found so far. Its really pretty and shiny. I will definitely invest in some more when my free samp... December 9, 2007, 6:12 pm I recently received a free sample of this lipgoss true color in "pixel". Im so addicted to it, its my favorite. I have to say that its not my dream-come-true of glossiness without any stickiness, but its the best Ive found so far. Its really pretty and shiny. I will definitely invest in some more when my free sample runs out! December 9, 2007, 6:12 pm

    2 of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Member rated it 9.0

    Nice Shine

    by Langulo (19 reviews)
    This is one the best lip glosses I have tried! And I have tried many. The color goes on smooth and is very addicting, you'll want to reapply it after it's off your lips. I also notice it makes my lips look full which is an extra!! It's a little expensive but worth it. December 2, 2007, 11:07 pm

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  • Member rated it 8.0

    nice color, not sticky

    by shmamy (6 reviews)
    the texture is nice - very smooth. And I can put it on before blowdrying and not worry about my hair sticking to my lips. The color is nice, too. Not too deep, not too pale. I have true color in Pixel, which is nice over a bit of lipliner (I have pale, sallow skin). December 2, 2007, 8:23 am

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  • Member rated it 10.0

    LOVE!

    by pinkcupcake (3 reviews)
    I was so surprised to find that I loooved Smashbox lipgloss so much - I'm a total gloss junkie but had never tried Smashbox because I always think their strong suit is complexion perfection. Not sticky, not too slick, super longlasting... I'm hooked! November 30, 2007, 7:06 am

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  • Manufacturer's Product Description

  • Drench your lips in luminous color and shine with Lip Enhancing Gloss. Ultra-moisturizing to keep lips soft, smooth and naturally plumped for hours. Now in 20 non-stop shades and 3 advanced color formulas for a range of dazzling looks. Enhance your lips like never before.Sheer Color . Full of shiny polymers and pearls with a hint of glistening color for three-dimensional shine. Brush wand flawlessly coats lips. 8 lusciously sheer shades.True Color Vitamin E and sunflower seed oil nourish with a touch of creamy color. Velour wand perfectly contours lips. 8 stay-true shades.Full Color - Saturate lips with brilliant color. Vitamin E moisturizes, high-pigment shine goes on smooth and lasts for hours. Velour wand ensures color precision and control. 4 luxurious shades.
  • Directions

  • Gereously apply with the velour wand for perfectly lustrous lips.
  • Ingredients

  • Polybutene, Sunflower Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Candellia Wax, Carnauba Wax, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Benzophenone-3, Castor Seed Oil, Polyethylene Terephtalate, Trihydroxystearin, Fragrance, Tocopheryl Acetate, , Tocopherol. May contain: Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Mica, Red No. 7 Lake, Red No. 6 Lake, Blue No. 1 lake, Red No. 27 Lake, Red No. 27 Lake, Yellow No. 5 Lake, Carmine.
  • Brand website

  • http://smashbox.com

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