Erica Taylor, who avidly attended music festivals, theme parks and sporting events, came up with the idea for Lip Mermaid Cosmetics by combining her two favorite things: cosmetics and events. Inspired by the creative body glitter and makeup she saw people wearing at events, Taylor proceeded to create a unique product of her own that would add some extra sparkle into people’s beauty routines.

Her stunning lip glosses feature a dual tube with a gloss on one end and glitter on the other that can be used on the eyes, face, body, hair and lips. Unlike other glitter products that leave glitter all over the place, the glitter in Lip Mermaid Cosmetics’ products is contained and the packaging is compact. It’s perfect for any purse or travel bag, and can be used while on-the-go (making it ideal for Coachella, EDC, and any other events!)

The collection features a variety of glitter and gloss duos that can enhance your look for any occasion. Their Superstar (my personal fave) features a cinnamon matte lipgloss and gold star glitter clear gloss that adds a bit of sparkle and magic to your lips. Other fun styles include:

• Butterfly Kiss - deep red matte lipgloss and rose gold butterfly glitter

• Flamingle- pink matte lipgloss and pink flamingo glitter

• Mickdreamy - light pink matte lipgloss and white/pink iridescent Mickey glitter

• Shell We Dance - nude matte lipgloss and green/purple iridescent shell glitter

• Unidescent - purple matte lipgloss and multicolored unicorn glitter

Each Lip Mermaid Cosmetics Lipgloss retails for $22. For more information and to purchase, visit lipmermaid.com and follow them on Instagram: @lipmermaidcosmetics

[Photography by Carlos Frayre]

Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk