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Too Faced Mini Lip Injection Maximum Plump Extra Strength Hydrating Lip Plumper

This lip plumper aims for immediate and lasting fullness with a hydrating formula. It's designed to give lips a noticeably plump appearance and a high-shine finish.

Sephora price

$18.00

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Sephora reviews

3.3 / 5

About 437 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

HydratingHigh Shine FinishWithout ParabensCruelty-FreePlumping

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Glass take

3.3 / 5 overall fit

A lip plumper that delivers immediate fullness and hydration, but the plumping effect is temporary and can cause a tingling sensation.

Too Faced Mini Lip Injection Maximum Plump Extra Strength Hydrating Lip Plumper

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

An advanced formula that dramatically hydrates, nourishes, and visibly plumps lips intensely, quickly, and over time. Formulation Type: Lip Plumper Benefits: Hydrating, Plumping

Apply to the center of your top and bottom lips and blend outward to the corners using the doe-foot applicator or a lip brush.

For visibly plump lips with a pop of long-wearing color:

Apply all over your lips and wait five minutes.

Kiss a clean tissue to lightly blot.

Apply a few dots of Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick (sold separately) with a clean fingertip, pressing and diffusing for a natural-looking finish.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

This is a straightforward lip plumper. The plumping effect is temporary and driven by irritants like Capsicum Frutescens Resin and Benzyl Nicotinate. It also contains nourishing oils and peptides that can help with hydration and lip condition over time.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Temporary lip plumping
Adding shine to lips
People who don't mind a tingling sensation

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have very sensitive lips
You dislike any tingling or warming sensation
You are looking for long-term lip volume

How it works

The Plumping Mechanism

This formula uses a combination of ingredients to create a plumping effect. Capsicum Frutescens Resin and Benzyl Nicotinate are known irritants that cause temporary swelling. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Atelocollagen are peptides that can help improve lip texture and hydration over time, contributing to a smoother, fuller appearance.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Immediate plumping effect
Hydrating formula
High shine finish
Contains peptides for lip conditioning

Where it starts to feel redundant

Plumping effect is temporary
Can cause tingling or mild irritation
Contains mineral oil

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Lip care

Apply as needed throughout the day for a boost of hydration and fullness. Can be worn alone or under lipstick for a smoother application and enhanced color.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

3.3/ 5 overall

A lip plumper that delivers immediate fullness and hydration, but the plumping effect is temporary and can cause a tingling sensation.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Emollient

Mineral Oil

Badness

5.0 / 10

A common emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin by preventing water loss. It can be occlusive, which may not be ideal for all skin types.

Usually helps with

Dryness, barrier support

Watch for

Can feel heavy or occlusive for some

Emollient

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, avocado oil is deeply nourishing and moisturizing for the skin.

Usually helps with

Dryness, nourishment

Watch for

None

Film Former

Ethylene/Propylene/ Styrene Copolymer

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to create a smooth texture and provide a film-forming effect, contributing to the glossiness of the product.

Usually helps with

Texture, gloss

Watch for

None

Emollient

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Mimics the skin's natural sebum, making it an excellent moisturizer that is well-tolerated by most skin types.

Usually helps with

Moisture balance, softening

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopheryl Acetate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidation

Watch for

None

Peptide

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic peptide that can help improve the appearance of lip fullness and reduce the look of fine lines.

Usually helps with

Lip plumping, texture improvement

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Polyglyceryl-10 Tetraoleate

Badness

1.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients, contributing to the product's texture.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Emollient

Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

A plant-based oil that can provide moisturizing and antioxidant benefits.

Usually helps with

Moisturizing

Watch for

Potential allergen for some

Skin Conditioning Agent

Atelocollagen

Badness

3.0 / 10

A form of collagen that can help to hydrate and plump the skin, though its effectiveness in topical applications is debated.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

Effectiveness debated

Skin Conditioning Agent

Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate

Badness

3.0 / 10

A component of connective tissue that can help with skin hydration and elasticity.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Emollient

Tribehenin

Badness

2.0 / 10

A fatty acid ester that helps to soften and smooth the skin, improving texture.

Usually helps with

Softening, texture

Watch for

None

Emollient

Ethylhexyl Palmitate

Badness

4.0 / 10

An emollient and solvent that can improve product spreadability. It's sometimes used as a substitute for mineral oil.

Usually helps with

Texture, spreadability

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some

Active

Benzyl Nicotinate

Badness

7.0 / 10

A vasodilator that causes temporary redness and a warming or tingling sensation, leading to increased blood flow and temporary lip plumping.

Usually helps with

Temporary plumping

Watch for

Tingling, redness, potential irritation

Emulsifier

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Badness

1.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to create a stable emulsion and provides a smooth feel.

Usually helps with

Texture, stability

Watch for

None

Opacifier

Tin Oxide

Badness

3.0 / 10

Used to provide opacity and can contribute to shimmer effects.

Usually helps with

Color, shimmer

Watch for

None

Thickener

Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A thickening agent that can improve the texture and stability of the product.

Usually helps with

Texture, stability

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Sorbitan Isostearate

Badness

2.0 / 10

An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Texture

Watch for

None

Opacifier

Synthetic Fluorphlogopite

Badness

3.0 / 10

A synthetic mica used to create shimmer and pearlescent effects.

Usually helps with

Shimmer, color

Watch for

None

Film Former

Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to create a smooth texture and provide a film-forming effect.

Usually helps with

Texture, gloss

Watch for

None

Absorbent

Silica

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to absorb excess oil and improve texture.

Usually helps with

Texture, mattifying

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that attracts moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Humectant

Pentylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that helps to hydrate the skin and improve product texture.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture

Watch for

None

Active

Capsicum Frutescens Resin

Badness

8.0 / 10

Derived from chili peppers, this ingredient causes a warming sensation and temporary swelling of the lips, creating a plumping effect.

Usually helps with

Temporary plumping

Watch for

Tingling, burning, redness, potential irritation

Fragrance

Flavor (Aroma)

Badness

5.0 / 10

Adds a scent to the product. Fragrances can be irritating for sensitive individuals.

Usually helps with

Scent

Watch for

Potential irritation or allergic reaction

Solvent

Benzyl Benzoate

Badness

4.0 / 10

Used as a solvent and fragrance ingredient. It can be a skin irritant for some.

Usually helps with

Solvent

Watch for

Potential irritation

Antioxidant

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A synthetic antioxidant used to protect the product from degradation.

Usually helps with

Product stability

Watch for

None

Preservative

Phenoxyethanol

Badness

3.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Can be irritating in high concentrations

Colorant

Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

Badness

2.0 / 10

A white pigment used for color and opacity.

Usually helps with

Color, opacity

Watch for

None

Colorant

Carmine (CI 75470)

Badness

6.0 / 10

A red pigment derived from crushed insects. It is not suitable for vegans and can cause allergic reactions in some.

Usually helps with

Red color

Watch for

Not vegan, potential allergen

Colorant

Red 28 Lake (CI 45410)

Badness

4.0 / 10

A synthetic red pigment used to provide color.

Usually helps with

Red color

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Will this make my lips permanently plumper?

No, the plumping effect from this product is temporary and is caused by ingredients that temporarily increase blood flow and cause mild swelling.

Is the tingling sensation normal?

Yes, the tingling or warming sensation is normal and is a sign that the plumping ingredients are working. If the sensation is too intense, you may want to use it less frequently or apply a thinner layer.

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