Brushing, flossing, bleaching - the lengths to which we'll go to keep our pearly-whites sparkling cannot be measured. Yet no matter what we do, we still feel they're not up to snuff. Sure, sacking the morning latte wouldn't hurt, but what's the point in having white teeth if we can't summon the energy to smile? So you can imagine our relief when we discovered California Kissin' ($16) from Benefit Cosmetics, available at Sephora (Prudential Center, 800 Boylston Street, Boston, 617.262.4200). The slick lip shine comes tinted with a subtle blue sheen that brightens your white immediately. Use over or under your regular lipstick - we prefer over, since it also gives a great shine for summer - and watch as teeth magically appear cleaner. Combine this dazzling smile with minty-fresh breath (the gloss smells great, too) and you're ready to get up close and personal with your newest crush. After one more coffee, that is; a girl can't survive a boring-but-hot date without a little caffeinated help.
