These are the internet’s favourite long-lasting lip stains
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WORDS BY IZZY WIGHT
For all-day colour.
There’s something very trustworthy about a person who leaves a product review. They’ve tried it, contemplated the results, and gone to the effort of typing out a comprehensive (more or less) summary of their experience.
Granted, sometimes it’s because the reviewer is petty and needs to take their anger out on the internet (the time my Amazon garlic press was simply not pressing) – but for the most part, reviews are left for the greater good of the online shopping community.
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Regardless, I will never invest in a beauty or skincare product without a thorough scroll through the comment section. It saves me a lot of impulse purchase regrets, and most of the time, the people know what they’re talking about. How else am I supposed to distinguish a ‘shimmery finish’ from a ‘greasy smear’?
If you’re the type of person who hates the feeling of heavy product on their lips, read on. From vibrant creamsicle orange hues to wearable everyday nudes, these are some of the internet’s favourite long-lasting lip stains.
Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain
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Star rating: 4.4 of 1,267 reviews on Sephora
Rihanna’s take on a lip stain delivers a high-shine gloss on application and dries down to a soft, long-lasting stain. Available in four wearable shades (with Berry Banger being a crowd favourite), the formula claims to be bleed-free, vibrant and hydrating. “I’ve tried four colours of these and this one (Mai Type, the pink) is by far my favourite. It’s easy to apply, long-lasting and is a flattering ‘my-lips-but-brighter’ colour,” one enthusiastic reviewer writes. “The other one I like is the orange (Zesty Besty), it’s perfect for summer.”
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Nars Powermatte Lip Pigment
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Star rating: 4.7 of 449 reviews on Mecca
This Nars Powermatte Lip Pigment sounds like the right option if you’re looking for ultra-long-lasting lip colour. Described as a powerful, saturated pigment, reviewers love it for its reliability, matte finish and staying power. “Whenever I wear this to work you wouldn’t believe how many compliments I get just in a day,” one reviewer writes. Shade favourites include Le Freak (a dusty rose) and Rock With You (A deep mulberry). “It is odourless and has fantastic longevity. I get compliments every time I wear it. Though pricier option, it’s definitely worth it,” another fan says.
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Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Cheek & Lip Tint
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Star rating: 4.3 of 2,421 reviews on Sephora
This is a classic for a reason. Those long-time makeup lovers might remember the Benetint from its massive success on beauty YouTube back in the early 2010s. The product was first released in 1976, designed to be a nipple tint for exotic dancers initially. “Perfect hue for cheeks and lips,” one reviewer says. “I’ve been using this for years!” Another loves the formula for a “no-makeup makeup look”.
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Etude House Dear Darling Water Tint
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Star rating: 4.1 of 4,885 reviews on Amazon
An option for the girlies looking for a stain on the more affordable side, this tint from Korean beauty brand Etude claims to be moisturising, lightweight and ultra-pigmented. You can get a set of three fruity shades from Amazon for just under $32, and reviewers say it’s worth stocking up. “In general, I find the colours to be lovely and buildable,” one reviewer says. “I wasn’t sure which colour to purchase so this set was perfect for me.”
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Sephora Cream Lip Stain
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This Sephora stain certainly wins in the colour range category, with 45 shades to choose from. It’s a unique lipstick-to-stain formula, which goes on creamy and tints as the day goes on. Enriched with avocado oil, it claims to feel hydrating while still delivering punchy, all-night colour. “My go-to for matte lipsticks,” one reviewer says. “Long-lasting and beautiful creamy stain.”
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