Which lipsticks stay on the longest

NYX offers this product in 48 shades, including traditional reds and soft pinks — plus, a bunch of fun colors like fuchsia and peach. Nars Precision Lip Liner is a great quality product that will help keep your lipstick in place throughout the day. This Nars option has an impressive 4. It's smooth and pigmented," wrote one customer. Lanoux also revealed that this lip product is her go-to lip recommendation for weddings. A cheaper alternative is this unique lip stain from L'Oreal. This formula feels practically weightless and delivers intense pigment every time you apply.

With 20 shades, there's bound to be a color that you don't already have in your collection. To discover more deals, shopping tips and budget-friendly product recommendations, download the new TODAY app and subscribe to our Stuff We Love newsletter! IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Share this —. Follow today. More Brands. By Camryn La Sala. However, two volunteers did note that the sharp angle of the lipstick made it difficult to apply.

Also available at Amazon. The volunteers commented on its pleasant, chocolatey smell, but our male tester also mentioned that this lipstick is quite small, and so difficult for bigger hands to use. It ranked poorly in the mask test, with volunteers commenting on the obvious marks left in the white masks, but they were surprised at how the lipstick itself looked fine. However, all testers noted how the lipstick was almost completely wiped off after the pasta test.

Our verdict: This Maybelline lipstick was rated the worst by our oldest tester and fifth by the other two. Our volunteers had mixed feelings about it.

All commented on the pleasant shea-butter scent and the creamy consistency, but the lipstick clearly sat very differently on mature lips. Testers reported the most loss of colour and bleeding during the muffin and spaghetti tests. Our verdict: While one tester liked this NYX lipstick, the others gave it mixed reviews. However, she did say it was difficult to apply consistently, which was in line with another tester who said a few passes were needed on the lips to get the colour through.

The other volunteers found a lot of transfer on to the hand in the kissing test and colour loss from the eating test, with both of them topping up at least once.

Natural, wearable nudes in a variety of shades to flatter all skin tones are plentiful, but there are also more unique offerings think: a vibrant purple and dusty beige.

Another great choice for fans of the traditional lipstick bullet, this option from Urban Decay packs in the pigment and lasts for hours. Despite its long wear, the avocado oil and aloe vera-infused formula is super creamy and comfortable on the lips, leaving your pout nourished and hydrated, never dry.

Fans love everything from the color to the texture and, of course, the staying power of this lippie. Advanced polymer technology delivers eight-hour wear—no bleeding, flaking, feathering, or smudging—and the applicator is specially made to hold exactly enough product to fill and line lips in just one swipe. Plus, the formula also contains a primer oil complex for extra comfort, and the soft matte finish is sophisticated without ever being chalky. There are 24 matte shades, alongside six metallic mattes, all of which can also be layered or mixed and matched to create a totally unique lip look.

So while there are only five total—red, chocolate brown, rosy mauve, peachy nude, and deep black—all of them flatter any and every skin tone, making color choice totally foolproof. Plus, the soft matte shades stay put for up to 12 hours, and the tiny, round-tipped brush makes application incredibly easy.

What our Testers Say. Key Ingredients. Emollients serve as softening and moisture-locking agents, like butters, oils, esters, lipids, and fatty acids.

It can also be used to describe a category of products that contain these ingredients, like lotions, creams, and ointments. Not your average lip color, this touts an ingredient list that reads more like that of a skincare product.

Along with the silky feel and texture, it also packs a bold color punch that lasts up to 14 hours. As the name suggests, this imparts a transfer-proof stain that lasts up to 10 hours. The water-based formula melts into lips, leaving them feeling completely bare but with the perfect flush of color. And, unlike many other stains, the pigment this formula offers is more subtle—a nice option for those who like more of that "just-bitten" effect. It can also be used as a primer, layered under another lipstick to boost its wear time.

This one is formulated without a long list of questionable chemicals but does contain a litany of various oils, waxes, and butters. Also noteworthy are the pigments, which are derived from castor oil and make for both an ultra-creamy feel and insanely vibrant color.

Speaking of, the lineup of reds, nudes, pinks, and berries is totally spot-on. Byrdie email editor Karli Bendlin vouches for this splurge-worthy pick. While the brand may get tons of attention for their complexion products, this lippie is the unsung hero. Dab it onto lips with your fingertips for more of a stained effect or apply it directly.

The pointed, slanted doe foot applicator makes precise swiping super easy. Bonus points for the addition of optical diffusers to blur away the look of imperfections as well as super chic packaging. No matter which formula you choose, Kassajikian says a creamy, hydrating texture is best—and this goes for matte finishes, too. If you want your lipstick to last, Kassajikian says it's best to opt for pigment-rich formulas that deliver high-impact color.

This will prolong how long your pout stays painted, as sheerer shades will fade much faster. Meet the Expert. Thank you [email] for signing up. Please enter a valid email address. Your Privacy Rights. To change or withdraw your consent choices for Byrdie.