Debenhams Gel Color Lip & Cheek Balm In Rebel

Meet your new makeup shortcut, the one product that does two jobs and refuses to let you feel unprepared for anything. This ultra-moisturising gel balm gives lips a glossy finish that actually stays put and doubles as blush - which is exactly what any person with less than five minutes in the morning needs. The Rebel shade is a deep, moody red that delivers rich colour without drying out your lips, making it the sort of summer lip gloss you can wear all day under sunglasses.

Apply generously over both lips then press them together so every corner gets its share of shine before heading to brunch or commuting. If you want more from your morning routine apply a swipe across your cheeks and blend with your fingers - no fancy tools required, though a brush works too if you are feeling extra that day. You can match your lip colour to your blush for an effortless monochromatic look or layer it over whatever foundation is already there without worrying about mudding colours together. Whether this makes the cut as your everyday makeup staple or becomes one of those small essentials to gift someone who always has a smudged lipstick, it keeps things simple and effective across every skin tone.