SLAP I MUST HAVE

I learned the word snog (British slang for French kiss, an awfully

good onomatopoeia) at college in Scotland. Other favorite expressions: faff about (translation: get nothing done), natter (talk about unimportant things), kip (nap), "take the sun" (sunbathe, all but impossible in Scotland), slap (makeup), and chuffed (utterly thrilled). So though I do not need another product in my handbag, I am compelled to add Snog Balm. Not just for the name: The texture is super-moisturizing yet slightly glossy -- not matte like a lot of lip balms --and one application truly lasts for hours. Plus, the adorable mini-tube takes up less room than a AA battery. It comes in four flavors: I love the Cheeky Mint.

--Jennifer Scruby, contributing editor, Miami