Ahh, liquid lipsticks. They are the totally “in” trend for thousands of pouts across the globe. With their effortless wear, seamless finish, and diverse shade variations, they have easily become a part of my regular lip routine.
That being said, I have tried an entire variation of liquid lipsticks, and there are definitely some hidden gems out there that I could not recommend enough. Although I am constantly trying out new matte liquid lipsticks, these 5 are my absolute go-tos.
1. Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipsticks
These liquid lipsticks are AH-MAZING. They come in a large variety of shades, so there is something for everyone. But I especially adore the range of nude shades Kat has to offer. Being a brunette with medium olive-toned skin, bright colors aren’t my best look. That being said, I love to try out all different variations of nude shades to change up my look without choosing out some unflattering. The packaging is super adorable, and I like the long-sized doe foot applicator. It allows for easier application and better precision. The formulation is super lightweight, but that does NOT take away from the excellent pigmentation. They are creamy (not too drying on the lips), and are semi-transfer proof in my opinion. Not to mention, these delicious lippies smell like chocolate. ^_^
Some of my favorite shades from the Everlasting Liquid Lipstick collection are “Lolita II” and “Ophelia.” “Lolita II” is a beautiful terra-cotta-like shade, while “Ophelia” is a gorgeous warm pinky-nude.
These liquid lipsticks retail for $20.00 each, which is quite standard for higher-end makeup brands. I think they are totally worth the money.
2. HudaBeauty Liquid Matte Lipsticks
HudaBeauty’s brand new Liquid Matte Lipsticks definitely left me impressed. I have always loved this brand for their false lashes, so when I heard they came out with matte liquid lipsticks, I knew I had to give them a try. And I am very glad I did! The frosted glass packaging is absolutely gorgeous, and the sizing is perfect. These lipsticks also have quite a sweet chocolatey smell, but not as pleasant as the Kat Von D lipsticks. These lipsticks come in a LOT of neutral shades, and I have been using the shade “Bombshell” almost every day. It is described as being a “subtle pinkish nude.” These lipsticks are super comfortable on the lips and are super transfer-proof. I can trust this lipstick to last me on a long night out.
These lipsticks have great pigment and are super smooth. They dry down matte in a matter of seconds, and they make lipstick application a breeze. They keep your lips pretty hydrating for a lipstick with a matte formulation. I’m telling you, once you try these puppies out, it will be hard to go back. This is honestly one of the best quality liquid lipsticks I have ever tried.
3. Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipsticks
If you are looking for an amazing quality lipstick that comes in a CRAP-TON of shades (35 to be exact), look no further!! Meet the lovely ABH liquid lipsticks. If you have ever tried the lip glosses from the brand, you can only guess how wonderful the liquid lipstick formulation is. These lipsticks are also lightweight, yet pigmented. They don’t have the absolute longest wear, especially compared to the HudaBeauty lipsticks, however, they do last on your lips for a decent amount of the day.
The flat edge on the applicator really does allow for accurate, precise application. They have a delightful vanilla cupcake-type scent.
These beauties retail for $20.00 a piece as well, so choose your favorite colors wisely. Min is dolce! Is is a really pretty brighter nude-pink.
4. Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipsticks
Of all liquid lipsticks I have ever used, these are definitely the most delicious smelling. They smell like the most decadent chocolate ever, and I am totally obsessed.
These are definitely a little more pricey, retailing at $24.00 for 0.08 fl. oz, however, they are of amazing quality.
They glide onto the lips so smoothly, and have a great wear time. Stila has a lot of shades that flatter so many different skin tones, especially my own. The first shade of these I ever tried was “Patina” and I absolutely fell in love. “Patina” is labeled as a “dusty rose” color. It’s mostly pink, but has this slightly purple tinge. Other gorgeous shades from this collection include, “Firenze,” “Caramello,” and “Dolce.”
Told you I like nude shades…
5. Smashbox Always On Matte Liquid Lipsticks
I first had the pleasure of trying out this matte liquid lipstick formulation from one of my Sephora Play subscription boxes. I instantly fell in love with the product, from it’s unique packaging to its individual formulation.
The product comes in a rectangular-shaped tube and has a nice long doe foot end with a hollow inside. The pigment on these lipsticks in NO joke! The really stay on your lips throughout the day and pack a punch. Plus, they are super creamy.
They retail for $24.00, and are definitely well worth the price. Personally, my favorite shade from Smashbox’s range is “Driver’s Seat,” which is classified as a “warm pink.” It’s the closest a pink could get to a red without actually being called red, and I am in love!!
And there you have it, my TOP 5 FAVORITE liquid lipsticks. I’m constantly looking for new formulations to ry and incorporate into my makeup routine, and I love to hear other people’s favorites for inspiration. As always, I do recommend regular exfoliation for the lips, especially by using yummy lip scrubs! LUSH Cosmetics and Jeffree Star Cosmetics sell some great lip scrubs that come in a variety of different flavors. The castor sugar helps to rid your lips of dead skin cells, while different oils help to nourish and soften the lips. Moisturizing your lips in between liquid lipstick wears is super important. It helps the colors look vibrant on your lips and keeps everything at bay.
Remember when choosing a liquid lipstick that you want to avoid anything super drying or patchy. These five do an excellent job at giving your lips a smooth, yet matte complexion.
As always, thank you for reading and stay tuned for more blog posts to come!!! ❤
-Pietrina Impastato
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