It’s National Lipstick Day, and instead of reaching for a classic matte or high-shine gloss, I tried something a little bolder—and a lot hotter.
I’ve always wanted plumper lips. Not dramatically different—just a subtle lift. And while the world of injectables is tempting (I tried fillers once), I’ve been holding out for a more natural solution.
Enter Acaríciame Más, a fiery red lip oil from AORA Makeup that doesn’t just gloss your lips—it activates them.
Acaríciame Más’ formula blends five real Mexican chiles—Ancho, Habanero, Guajillo, Serrano, and de Árbol—to safely stimulate and volumize the lips. It’s a beauty product that actually celebrates heat and turns it into something functional. Instead of synthetic plumping agents or mystery chemicals, it’s powered by real ingredients that deliver real results. And to balance the burn, peppermint oil brings a cooling effect, hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates, and vitamin E locks in moisture.
From the moment I applied the picante Rojo.03, I felt the immediate tingle. A heat that rises from the base of your lips, almost like biting into a fresh chili pepper. The height of the spicy feeling lasts for about 10-15 minutes. For anyone who loves spice, this is going to be fun. For everyone else? It might surprise you—but trust me, the results are visible in under a minute. I like the hydrating feel of the gloss with rich color. Their Solid Lip Serum is a great choice if you don’t want the spice.
What makes this even more special is where it comes from.
AORA is a beauty brand born in Mexico City, founded by former L’Oréal executive Nour Tayara and creative entrepreneur Rodrigo Peñafiel, combining global beauty expertise with a deep passion for Mexican culture and sustainable innovation. In an industry where most luxury makeup hails from the U.S. or Europe, we don’t often see high-performance, clean beauty coming out of Mexico—and that’s what makes AORA so exciting. It’s bold. It’s sustainable. It’s rooted in culture.
Everything is plastic-free, made with non-toxic, dermatologist- and ophthalmologist-approved ingredients, and infused with a fierce sense of place and identity.
In Mexico, makeup has always been more than aesthetic—it’s a statement, a celebration, and often, a form of resistance. From the vivid colors of traditional embroidery to the iconic red lips and strong brows of Frida Kahlo, beauty in Mexican culture is expressive, intentional, and proud.
If you’re looking for something new this National Lipstick Day, this is more than a product. It’s a power move.
