Perhaps the biggest component of that getting the man and sealing it with that magical first kiss is those sexy bee-stung smackers. Angelina Jolie has ruined it for us (and, ahem, Jennifer Aniston) with her piercingly plump lips, and now the rest of us have to start playing catch-up. Let's go!

The glossy girl

"The must-have mouth of the moment is dressed in moist to glossy finishes," says celebrity makeup artist BJ Gillian. The 'guru of goof-proof makeup' continues, "Whether dressed in deeps or stained in a sheer shade that's nearly nude, the idea is to create lips that look like they're bright, beautiful and 'born blushed.' Gloss is a great option, and brings an extra shot of shine to the center of the pout."

Looking for a hot lip plumping gloss? LipTrix, developed by the Shirley of Hollywood lingerie line may be the best one out there. It boosts collagen protein in your lips, which increases volume and helps create that desired voluptuous bee-stung look. It's also packed with vitamin E, which contributes to kissable shine. Available in five shades, it works either as a sheer glossy color or as a gloss to wear over your favorite lipstick. You can purchase them at pamperedpassions.com.

Our favorite lipstick would probably be the aptly named The Lipstick by ultra-luxurious Kanebo. The Japanese Kanebo line operates under a very supple philosophy: that of hojun -- meaning "richness" and "full sensation" -- by layering luscious colors with superb skincare benefits.

Kanebo contains 24K gold particles reduced to microscopic colloids and injected into silk powder granules, giving the lipstick an unparalleled luminous feel. Pure glow oil and apricot pulp contribute to the gloss and shine, and the sake extract is said to help regenerate skin cells in your lips. With such regenerative properties and shades like Ginza Red and Rannaculous growing increasingly popular among celebs like Amanda Peet and Marcia Cross, the product is flying off the shelves at Saks, Bergdoff and Barneys.

Another lipstick we are still raving about (and wearing) is Piaffe Beauty's Perfect Lip Color. Piaffe is a vitamin and mineral company, and their lipsticks, glosses and liners work together to help create the ideal kissable pout. They're available at piaffe.us as well as both the Bliss catalog and Henri Bendel. Their lipsticks come in seven feather- and crease-resistant colors, and have remarkable staying power. On my personal test drive, the lipstick stayed shiny and unmarred after two lychee martinis. That's the kind of thing that will keep this product a permanent fixture in my own purse.

Soft, smooth lips

Always remember, the moisture factor of your lips is as important as what you wear on them. "Lips should look inviting and kissable, so after taking good care of them by making sure there is no dead skin on them, and regularly maintaining them with vitamin E or balm, make sure they look polished and soft," suggests April Masini of askapril.com and the best-selling author of Think & Date Like a Man and Date Out of Your League. She advises using soft, sheerer hues to enhance your kisser. "Strong colors will just emphasize their thinness... Never use lip liner outside the natural lip line to try and fake bigger lips. You'll just end up looking like a clown."

When the weather grows windy and cold, chapped or dry lips can be a major stumbling block. Miss Oops Pucker Protection is a great dual lip balm/lip gloss, containing moisturizing petroleum, sunscreen and salicylic acid. These components will keep your smackers supple while its minty scent leaves your smelling as beautiful as you look. Available at missoops.com.

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