What Does Butter Gloss Do? NYX Butter Gloss Explained

Butter gloss is a lip gloss designed to give high shine without the tacky, sticky feel that older glosses are known for. The best-known example is NYX Professional Makeup Butter Gloss, and the details below come from the NYX product page.

What it does

NYX describes the formula as a soft, non-sticky, glossy lip gloss with a shiny finish. It can be worn on its own for sheer-to-medium colour or layered over lip liner and lipstick for extra shine. The brand says lips feel buttery smooth, and the gloss comes with a soft wand applicator.

What is in it

Ingredient lists vary by shade, so always check the pack. The NYX page lists ingredients such as tocopheryl acetate (a form of vitamin E), mineral oil, polybutene and beeswax. Because it contains beeswax it is not vegan, although NYX says it is cruelty free.

Things to know before you buy

• It is a gloss, not a plumper: NYX states it is not plumping.
• Expect some transfer onto cups and clothes, as the brand itself notes.
• Shade counts differ across the NYX site, so choose by swatch rather than by number.

How to wear it

For a soft everyday look, apply a single sweep to the centre of the lips and press them together. For longer-lasting colour, line the lips first, add lipstick, then finish with the gloss in the centre.

Always wash your hands before applying lip products and avoid sharing them, as the American Academy of Dermatology advises for all makeup.

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