Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss

 

 

Dior Ultra-Gloss closer

For Spring 2016, Dior has unveiled the latest generation of their Ultra-Gloss formula (18 shades/CAN $42.00), created for today’s woman who wants mega-watt shine, but without the sticky mess a gloss can leave behind.

This new version is made unique by several factors:

  • filled with hyaluronic acid spheres for a natural hydra-plumping volume effect
  • mirror-shine stretch oils to provide a featherweight film & spectacular glossy effect
  • crystal-coloured pigments for even more vibrant colour

Available in 18 shades, there are 3 finishes to choose from:

  • Sparkling (pearly shimmer)
  • Watery (syrupy varnish effect)
  • Iridescent (light-changing effect)

The applicator is a small dense brush with just enough flexibility that enables it to glide easily along the lips, but not so floppy that it splays out too much – which is a point in its favour, as this light rigidity allows for a precision application. But it’s the texture that really sets this breed of gloss apart from the rest; so lightweight and non-sticky in feel, that you literally forget you’re wearing anything at all. And the brilliance of the shine, did I mention that? It’s like painting a layer of the glossiest vinyl across your lips. Wear time will depend on several things; the intensity of colour (with the darkest and more vivid shades outlasting their lighter counterparts) and whether or not any eating and/or drinking is involved. I didn’t notice any staining – not even with the two deepest shades shown here, and I love the hydrated feel they impart to my lips which continues long after all the glossiness has faded. BONUS: all these shades look equally beautiful whether worn individually, or layered over a matching lipstick shade for even more depth.

Something to note is that the shimmery bits, while not gritty in feel, might still be left behind along the lips even after the glossy part has gone – but it’s minimal at best and actually works to give lips a little bit of shine. Also, you might want to be careful with removal in order to avoid any fine shimmer spread along the surrounding skin – again, this is something easily taken care of with a second pass of your remover.

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Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss

Dior Ultra-Gloss

Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss

Dior Ultra-Gloss cap detail

Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss (cap detail)

Dior Ultra-Gloss applicators

Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss (applicators)

Dior Ultra-Gloss swatches 1

Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatches

Dior Ultra-Gloss swatches 2

Dior | Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatches (alternate light)

Dior 343 Spring Ball Ultra-Gloss

343 Spring Ball Ultra-Gloss | A warm toned nude pink hue filled with incredibly fine silver and prismatic shimmer (non-gritty in feel). Will make a perfect shade to wear with a smokey eye.

Dior 343 Spring Ball Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior | 343 Spring Ball Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior 553 Princess Ultra-Gloss

553 Princess Ultra-Gloss | An icy ballerina pink hue that’s filled with very fine pink & silver shimmer, and while cooler-toned, it will nevertheless suit all skin tones across the board (basically because the base is sheer enough to let some of your natural lip colour through).

Dior 553 Princess Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior | 553 Princess Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior 629 Mirrored Ultra-Gloss

629 Mirrored Ultra-Gloss | A warm toned peachy bronze hue filled with finely ground coppery and golden shimmer (and therefore more suited for those with warmer undertones in their complexion).

Dior 629 Mirrored Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior | 629 Mirrored Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior 643 Everdior Ultra-Gloss

643 Everdior Ultra-Gloss | A warmer-toned lush red hue with silver, gold and bronze fine shimmer – an excellent shade for those who love the impact of a red lip, but not the commitment of that much colour saturation.

Dior 643 Everdior Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior | 643 Everdior Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior 765 Ultradior Ultra-Gloss

765 Ultradior Ultra-Gloss | A cooler leaning fuchsia pink hue that’s filled with pink and silver shimmery bits, suitable for a wide range of skin tones but will highly compliment those with cool undertones. That being said, this is one of the few shades in this particular colour family that I’m able to successfully pull off against my warm toned light-medium skin.

Dior 765 Ultradior Ultra-Gloss swatch

Dior | 765 Ultradior Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss swatch

 

At heart, I’m a gloss girl – but I’m guessing that constantly being pressed for time (and quite possibly my inherent laziness) might have something to do with that. What’s easier than swiping on some colour along your lips to revive your look? As well, lately my ‘Spidey-sense‘ has been tingling and telling me that über-brilliant & super-sparkly lippies are in line for a comeback – perhaps in counter balance to all the matte trends happening now? Having seen glossed puckers all over the runways, it appears that we’re in for an 80’s revival. As someone who lived through the 80’s (and the 70’s, for that matter), I’m very happy to see these Dior Addict Ultra-Glosses bringing back those glory glossy days – and even more thrilled that the jarring excesses of that decade have been left far, far behind.

Dior Addict Ultra-Gloss will be available on counters as of March 2016 (The Bay, Sephora, Holt Renfrew)

 

Dior Ultra-Gloss magazine layout

 

Press samples kindly sent by the Dior team for my unbiased consideration

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