A YOUNG woman has revealed the celebrity-loved beauty treatment she thinks is a “scam.”
Nadia Bowes claimed that not only did her results barely last two weeks, but the procedure was expensive too.
Olivia Attwood has previously raved about lip blush[/caption]
She got the treatment prior to her I’m A Celebrity jungle stint[/caption]
Posting on social media, the beauty fan was eager to set the record straight on lip blush – a semi-permanent cosmetic procedure which consists of implanting pigment into lips.
The beauty treatment uses a tattooing technique to enhance the lip’s colour, shape and improve any unevenness lips may have.
It’s a procedure loved and promoted by numerous celebrities, including Olivia Attwood and Charlotte Crosby.
Not only did the Love Island legend rave about the treatment for making her look like she has “a bit of lippy on,” but the Geordie Shore star previously beamed about being “over the moon” with her results from the treatment.
But now, in a short clip shared online, Nadia got candid on the treatment and urged people to “save your money on this one.”
As Nadia applied lip liner, the content creator said: “Lip blush is the biggest scam ever – it’s actually painful how much of a scam it is.
“I have had lip blush done and it was the biggest waste of money ever. Ever.”
Nadia confirmed that she paid €300 [£261] for the treatment and acknowledged that she wasn’t disappointed with the woman who did her lip blush, but by the procedure in general.
She continued: “No shade to the woman who [did] it – she is really, really good, and she [did] an amazing job – it’s not about her, it’s about the actual service itself. It does not last.”
Typically, lip blushing is said to last for one to three years.
However, the exact duration depends on individual factors such as skin type, lifestyle and aftercare.
The colour gradually fades over time, and most people benefit from a colour refresh or touch-up every one to two years to maintain the desired vibrancy and density of the pigment.
It didn’t last. It’s a waste of money and I’m here to de-influence you
Nadia Bowes
However, Nadia, who described herself as “the biggest lip liner person in the whole world,” confirmed that while her lips looked “grand” after the treatment, only two weeks later, they had “faded.”
As a result, she continued: “It didn’t last. It’s a waste of money and I’m here to de-influence you.”
Top beauty trends for 2025
Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025.
Haircare
Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment.
Hair glosses are multifunctional, as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025’s core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up.
2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments.
Skincare
Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance their skin’s appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. “Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to achieve a flawless, youthful complexion.
Skincare will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine.
Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving make-up and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant.
Make-up
Make-up trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin.
Make-up looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks.
Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect.
Nails
2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
Beauty fans react
Nadia’s TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @nadia.bowes, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 43,200 views, 2,023 likes and 24 comments in just 24 hours.
Beauty fans were thankful for Nadia’s advice and many eagerly raced to the comments to express this.
One person said: “No way, thank you for letting us know these things girl.”
Mine lasted four months max
TikTok user
Another added: “This just saved me the money.”
A third commented: “This just saved my bank.”
Meanwhile, others who have also had lip blush flocked to share their own experiences.
One user explained: “Mine lasted four months max.”
A second chimed in: “Agreeeddddd.”
Whilst someone else slammed: “Omg same, biggest scam.”
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Charlotte Crosby is also a fan[/caption]
She previously promoted the procedure on her Instagram stories[/caption]
