9 long-lasting lipsticks that hold their own
Shades with serious staying power
If you're in the market for a new lipstick we'll bet that there's one feature you aren't willing to compromise on: how long it lasts.
Although we'd love to live in a world where all lipsticks lasted from dawn to dusk (or vice-versa), unfortunately some formulas just don't hold up when put to the test.
Plus, a long lasting lipstick has to do more than just have staying power.
It's got to be comfortable to wear and non-drying too.
As you might have already been able to glean, we're somewhat obsessed with finding a long-lasting lipstick that perfects this almost impossible balancing act. However, it's for that very reason that we're undoubtedly qualified to identify the best of the bunch in the long-lasting lipstick category.
So, whether you're inclined to reach for a liquid lipstick or a hydrating, creamy formula, we've done our due diligence and sourced a handful of long-lasting lipsticks we think you should try too.
2024's Top 3 Best Long Lasting Lipsticks
Maybelline Superstay Vinyl Ink Longwear Liquid Lipstick, $13.49, Priceline
M.A.C Cosmetics Retro Matte Lipstick, $38, M.A.C Cosmetics
Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Ultra-Comfort Transfer-Proof Lipstick, $31, Adore Beauty
What lipstick stays on even after eating?
Oils are what break down a lipstick over time causing it to fade throughout the day, so finding a formula that advertises itself as long lasting, matte or contains low quantities of oil is the key to ensuring longevity. If you'd like to prolong the life of your lippy though, it pays to prime the lips with a lipliner of the same colour and steer clear of oily foods.
Want to hear more good stuff about Napolean Perdis' long lasting lipstick? This is what BEAUTYcrew's Review Crew members had to say when they tried the Napoleon Perdis Colour Cult Crème Lipstick themselves.
Main image credit: @rachelgoodwinmakeup
Briar Clark got her start in the media industry in 2017, as an intern for Marie Claire and InStyle. Since then, her keen interest in fashion and beauty has landed her gigs as a Digital Content Producer and Beauty Editor with titles like Girlfriend, Refinery29, BEAUTYcrew and beautyheaven. She loves the way seemingly innocuous topics like skin care and style have the ability to put a smile on people’s faces or make them think about themselves a little differently. A big believer in self love and experimentation, Briar has made a point of becoming the Australian beauty industry’s unofficial guinea pig for unusual treatments and daring hair trends. When she’s not testing out the latest beauty launches, Briar is big on broadening her horizons, mostly in the form of food but she’s also partial to travelling to new destinations both near and far (and of course, allocating an extra bag to bring their best beauty offerings home with her).
