The first stila product I ever bought was a watermelon lip glaze on a recommendation from a friend’s older sister, who was just back from a visit to the US. These pens – sampled in the January Birchbox – are a bestseller, and they kicked off my love affair with this brilliant brand – a gateway goodie that led me on to their convertible colour compacts, smudge sticks, CC cream and so much more.
You’re still sure to find a lip glaze or two in my make-up bag, their staying power means the formula stays on my lips and the pens remain in my make-up bag! I still love their user-friendly, pen-style applicator design – which is so easy to use, whether you’re in front of a mirror or in the back of a cab – sweet fragrances, smooth texture and flattering hues. They’re not all just style and no substance, though – vitamin A, C and E are included to help keep lips from drying out.
So, personally, I’m super excited that EVERY subscriber will receive a lip glaze sample in the January Women’s Health partnership box – the first time you use it, twist the click-pen until you see the colour start to bead up at the top. Paint your lips with the brush – and remember that a little goes a long way!
– Beth Squires