Ever taken a look at your lip collection and felt a little bit overwhelmed? We know, we know; first world problems right? But selecting a seemingly Goldilocks lip product for the day is a task that seems so simple, yet is fraught with its own intricate complications. You could wear lip gloss . But what if your hair gets stuck in it? Liquid lipstick would solve that problem, but they're so drying for everyday wear. A tinted lip balm ? Maybe on a no-makeup makeup day. But just when you think you’re all out of options and it’s time to phone a friend, you spot a sneaky tube of lip stain hiding behind a lipstick bullet. Lightweight, non-sticky, impactful, and long-lasting lip colour in perfectly purse appropriate packaging. We’re full of solutions here at BEAUTYcrew . We also love options. Here are nine lip stains to trust on the days when nothing else will do…
You’ve probably seen this puppy pop up on TikTok’s For You page countless times in the last few months. The cult product has garnered attention for its unbelievable staying power. A one-step solution for achieving a popsicle pout, it goes on as a wet-look lipstick and fades to a tint that makes you look like you’ve got stuck into a few too many Calippos. And it’s garnered ‘waitlist only’ status on Sephora and Fenty Beauty online as a result.
$37 at Sephora (waitlist only) / $44 at Fenty Beauty (waitlist only)
Dior’s latest lip tint formula feels like a lip cream but wears like a lip stain. No seriously, you’ll have a hard time getting this stuff off after application – it lasts up to 12 hours and is transfer-proof too. The doe foot applicator allows for precise application so you can nix the lip liner that’s been left abandoned at the bottom of your purse with this luxe pick on hand.
Formulated to create the perfect wet-look lip, this stain is the best in show for achieving long-lasting, lacquered colour. Enjoy lightweight, glossy shine without constant reapplication (because who has the time?).
Recently reformulated, Clarins lip stains are the perfect solution if you’ve been feening for lip shades inspired by fruit-fettered jelly, but prefer a longwearing matte finish. Apply a little bit for a sheen of colour or layer for more impact.
After the kind of “I woke up like this” beauty that oozes out of Victoria Beckham? Well, why not sample the lip satin that Posh Spice relies on for a flush of no-fuss colour? Here she is. Ultra-lightweight and infused with lip-loving ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, squalane, and mustard sprout extract, this pick conditions and plumps lips too.
This cushiony soft formula may feel creamy on application but give it a second and it’ll dry down to a budge-proof powdery, matte finish. Push up your pout with a touch of colour or amplify the drama with a layer or two.
Like a lippy that goes above and beyond? This lip stain doubles as a cheek tint and can be built up to create seriously impactful colour. Of course you always have the option of keeping things natural with a soft sheen of monochromatic makeup, but you only live once right?
This dahlia extract-infused formula is ultra-moisturising and extra shiny (without being sticky or feathering). It’s very much giving glazed donut vibes à la Hailey Bieber if you know what we mean. Besides the obvious gloss factor, this stuff also has some serious staying power.
A fan of the OG Benetint? This new rose-tinted release delivers that enviable ‘your lips but better’ shade that we’re all after with minimal effort. Tap it onto cheeks too for an all over rosy glow.
You know what goes really well with popsicle lips? A year-round glow. This is Selena Gomez’s bronzer tutorial to help you accomplish just that. Main image credit: @victoriabeckhambeauty
Briar is a Content Producer at BEAUTYcrew. Her 'down for anything' attitude has resulted in more than a handful of hair transformations, and she doesn't mind being used as a guinea pig for the industry's most unusual products and treatments. Her work has also appeared on Girlfriend and Beauty Heaven.
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