Let’s start with the obvious: becoming a lipstick girl is never too late. Whether you’ve always loved swiping on a bold red lip for a night out, have always kept your go-to neutral buried at the bottom of your handbag, or have never worn lipstick at all, 2021 is the year to embrace the beauty accessory for what it is: delightfully fun.
From collagen-boosting, skin-nourishing formulas to come-hither bright color options to breathtakingly stark matte finishes, we’ve picked up all the different lipsticks to test out throughout the year. We’ve even thrown in a couple of barely-there gentle tints that are ideal for individuals just starting out with lipstick.
Here are the most heroic lipsticks to wear in 2021.
- Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
- Dior Rouge Dior Refillable Lipstick
- IT Cosmetics Pillow Lips Collagen-Infused Lipstick
- Color Riche Original Satin Lipstick by L’Oréal
- Ultralip by Glossier
- Souffle Matte Cream Lipstick
- Best for Sheer Tint
- Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick
- Clinique Lipstick
- Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Drama Ink Liquid Lipstick
1. Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution Baby Pink Lipstick in Pillow Talk has been a favorite of many ladies, and if you haven’t tried it yet, now is the moment. It’s the ideal dusty rose nuance that complements a wide range of skin tones and sticks out more than any basic neutral. Don’t be put off by the matte feel; orchid extract protects and soothes lips while providing a cashmere finish. Not a big fan of matte? Try the brand’s satin-finish K.I.S.S.I.N.G formula.
2. Dior Rouge Dior Refillable Lipstick
This tube is legendary, and its most famous hue has to be the 999 shade, which was initially introduced in 1953. It’s an absolutely flawless genuine red that exudes quality from the very first swipe. If a strong red lip isn’t your thing, there are plenty of neutral and pink options to keep in your daily rotation. There are more than 40 hues in total, ranging from matte to satin to shiny.
3. IT Cosmetics Pillow Lips Collagen-Infused Lipstick
Two of the not-so-secret ingredients that will keep your lips smiling are line-smoothing collagen and moisturizing hyaluronic acid, and they help this lipstick do more than just give long-lasting color. Even better, each hue is available in both a matte and a cream consistency, as we all have different preferences.
4. Color Riche Original Satin Lipstick by L’Oréal
This traditional tube is usually a hit since it leaves lips feeling moistened rather than dry or sticky. With over 50 color variations to choose from, you’ll find a new distinctive shade in no time. Begin with a neutral and gradually progress to a bold boysenberry. It also doesn’t hurt that the price is reasonable.
5. Ultralip by Glossier
This cult-favorite brand has now released a full-fledged lipstick, branded “the cashmere sweatpants of lipstick” by the brand. We’ve made up our minds. It has the rich moisture of a balm, the sheen of a gloss, and the buildable color of a lip tint, as well as a playful burst of color. You’re done after one tube.
6. Souffle Matte Cream Lipstick
Rare Cosmetic has us gushing over this weightless, air-whipped lip cream, which is one of our new favorite inexpensive beauty companies on the market. It has a rich color, a velvety-soft matte finish, and doesn’t dry out the skin. Not to mention the 12 color selections, which include everything from ideal neutrals to gorgeous pinks to vivid pops of color.
7. Best for Sheer Tint
The sheer, high-shine formula in this grab-and-go tube is just as adorable as the sheer, high-shine formula once applied to your lips. It creates a vibrant splash of color that is ideal for low-maintenance women who want a natural flush of color. Choose from a variety of flushes, including an extremely neutral pink-beige, a plummy cherry, a jelly red, and more.
8. Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick
This drugstore favorite is ideal for people who are just getting their feet wet in the matte or liquid lipstick pool. It’s cheap, has a lot of positive feedback on the web, and won’t smudge within an hour. The long-lasting formula is said to last longer than many higher-priced lipsticks, and the handy applicator relieves some of the pressure for lipstick tube newcomers. So, on your next trip to the drugstore, there’s no excuse not to pick up a couple of shades to sample.
9. Clinique Lipstick
This “nearly” lipstick’s sheer, raisin Black Honey tint deserves every ounce of praise it’s gotten over the years—it just celebrated its 30th anniversary. While the hue appears gothic in the tube, it applies to your lips as a natural tint for a delicate, just-bitten appearance that is both flexible and attractive. From daytime to nighttime, this color is a must-have in your bag.
10. Maybelline Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick
This drugstore favorite is ideal for people who are just getting their feet wet in the matte or liquid lipstick pool. It’s cheap, has a lot of positive feedback on the web, and won’t smudge within an hour. The long-lasting formula is said to last longer than many higher-priced lipsticks, and the handy applicator relieves some of the pressure for lipstick tube newcomers. So, on your next trip to the drugstore, there’s no excuse not to pick up a couple of shades to sample.
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