a separate or limited portion or quantity of something: a piece of land; a piece of chocolate. 2. a quantity of some substance or material forming a single mass or body: a nice piece of lumber. 3. a more or less definite portion or quantity of a whole: to cut a blueberry pie into six pieces.
It is now the time to add a new layer of lipstick and for this operation I recommend using a lip brush for more precise application. Repeat the tissue stage and then apply a brand-new layer of lipstick and you can rest assured that your lipstick will last for the whole day.
Some experts say lipstick will last 1-2 years. Others say up to 4 years. What everyone agrees on is that if it smells rancid, throw it out, it's spoiled. Extra tip: If you store lipstick in the refrigerator, it will last longer.