by Jayne Clarkson

Created on: January 20, 2011

Lip glosses are a modern cosmetic classic . Suitable for women of all ages they are both flattering and versatile, perfect for creating a speedy make up look when time is tight. There are a wide variety of lip glosses available on the high street but there is quite a variation in quality. Whether you prefer a lightly tinted, natural gloss or a vivid highly coloured shade, there will be a luscious lip gloss to suit you. Here are some of the best for all budgets.

1. Lancome Juicy Tubes - £14.30 from Lancome. The Juicy Tubes brand has become one of the most recognisable lip glosses on the planet and for good reason. Featuring lovely fruit scents and a vivid splash of translucent colour, in an easy to apply format, Juicy Tubes are good quality lip glosses with character. They are much imitated but as in all things, Juicy Tubes are the original and the best. To view and buy online go to www.lancome.co.uk .

2. Ultra Shines - £ 14.00 from Benefit Cosmetics. Benefit, the quirky yet high quality cosmetics company beloved by  celebrities and make - up artists alike,  feature a number of fantastic products. The ultra shine lip gloss is a high gloss, non sticky wash of colour and comes in ten flattering shades. Perfect for those who love a little retro glamour and small enough to carry in a clutch bag. To view and buy online go to www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk .

3. Superbalm Moisturizing Gloss - £13.00 from Clinique.  A moisturising lip balm and gloss together in one perfectly petite package . Featuring a number of opulent fruity colours, this gloss is perfect for chapped winter lips utilising antioxidants alongside other moisturising ingredients. Practical as well as pretty . To view and buy online go to www.clinique.co.uk .

4. Super Lustrous  Lip Gloss -  £6.99 from Revlon.  Vibrant with vivid colour and glossy shine, this great value lip gloss by Revlon is incredibly glossy without any hint of stickiness. In a range of nine fantastic shades , this lustrous lip colour is not only rich in colour and shine but is such great value that you could buy one in every shade and still have plenty of money to spare for cocktails. To view and buy online go to www.boots.com .

5.  Shimmer Lip Gloss - £14.50 From Bobbi Brown. A shimmering hit of colour with the scent of vanilla, this luxurious lip colour is so versatile that it can be worn either alone or on top of another colour . Available in a variety of different colours from nudes to plums, there is a shade to suit everyone . To view and buy online go to www.bobbibrown.co.uk .

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