On the hunt for the perfect lip gloss? Look no further than Boston Mints — a homegrown beauty brand that’s giving us serious shine.
Created by local makeup maven Joanne Ilacqua, Boston Mints is packed with ingredients your pout will thank you for — think aloe, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and a cooling kiss of spearmint. It’s like a spa day for your lips!
Let’s talk shades. We’re talking show-stopping reds like Charlestown Cherry and Go Sox, barely-there beauties like Swan Boat, pinky shades like Dot Rose and Back Bay Berry, plus a lip plumper called Southie Pout. Bonus points: they’re vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and paraben-free. You can see the full list here!
They’ve got gift sets, too (hello, Beacon Beauty Trio), perfect for birthdays, Mother’s Day, or a treat-yourself moment on a random Tuesday. So go on, give your lips a little local love.
Alongside their gorgeous lip glosses and pouts, Boston Mints also produces masks and scrubs, and a new lip balm!
You can order online via their website or Amazon Shop, or shop one of their retail locations. Stay up to date on their latest products by following Boston Mint’s Instagram! Let us know your favorite shade, and what you hope to see next!
P.S. Want to carry Boston Mints? They will sell wholesale to salons, spas, and other retail stores!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
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