At one point I owned 43 lip products. 43. That. Is. Insane. The problem is, I love lip stuff. And I will purchase things without trying them first, which is a big no-no. Be fair to yourself and your wallet — always sample your lip products. Because while the color can be awesome, the formula –more often than not — is shit. This is what happens when you skimp out on your lip gear. Lately (since September 2015) I’m obsessed with matte lip color. Gloss is great, for certain events and day-to-day, but more often that not I need a lip that stays all day. And I mean, ALL DAY. Like, through two coffees, a cocktail and a pizza all day. So I’ve rounded up my absolute fave brands of matte liquid lipstick for you. Take a peek!
My Top 5 Matte Liquid Lipsticks
Killer Color
Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick: Lolita II ($24 CDN)
This is the only lip color in my purse right now. Though I think this will be my go-to for fall, I recently re-did my hair color to a beigey-blonde and this shade is the bomb for my skin tone. I’ve had other colors of this brand that didn’t work as well as I wanted them to, but this one does the trick.
Killer Formula
Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick: Aria and Carina ($31 CDN)
This brand was my first adventure in liquid lipstick. I bought the Aria shade (shown above) as fall color and ended up using it as my wedding lipstick. So much love for this formula as it stays all day (as per the name) and the tones to pick from really rocked my world. I own 7 of them. Carina is my summer color.
Killer Colour Selection
Too Faced Melted Mattes: Unicorn ($25 CDN)
One day I decided to dye my hair purple. Then I walked to Sephora and bought this because I thought was a sign. It was. It effing was. Unicorn is my “ME” color. Some people hate it, but whatever. I love it. It makes me feel amazing. There are over 10 selections of color that really get me. Names include “Lady Balls” and “Child Star”. Check them out.
Killer Staying Power
Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kit: Candy K ($37 CDN)
Haters gonna keep hating on Kylie Jenner, and that’s fine. To each their own. I’m personally not a fan of her as a spokesperson, but man, am I a fan of her lip kits. I’ve heard rumors that they are the Colorpop cosmetics rebranded, but because we don’t have Colorpop in Canada, I can’t confirm. What I can confirm is how dynamite this formula is. I once had a little too much to drink and my hubby had to put me to bed (which I appreciate) and I woke up the next day after face sleeping in my pillow and this stuff WAS STILL ON. That might not be the healthiest option ever, but if you want to eat chicken wings with the boys while rocking a killer lip — this is your best shot.
Killer Trend
Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick: Potion ($26 CDN)
This makes me feel equal parts like I am a weirdo and like I am queen of the world. I applied this almost as a dare and wore it for a day. I received an unnerving amount of compliments on it which leads me to believe that it looked okay versus me looking like medusa. Jury is out on this being in the regular rotation, but if you want to feel like Beyonce for a day, this might be the trick. Bonus – It lasted through me eating a whole pizza!!
Do you use matte liquid lipstick? Are you nervous? Good or bad experience? Let me know in the comments!
Check out my nude swatches here. (Talking about lipsticks. Don’t get your hopes up.)
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Heydy
woah! I love Lolita & Kylie’s Candy K! Those are my top two picks from this round up 😀
Kelsinwonderland
HeydyThanks, lady! Lolita II is my JAM right now haha
Amanda
I haven’t tried matte liquid lipstick yet, but I’m hoping to find a great shade for fall! Thanks for your reviews; I can’t wait to try a few of these!
Xoxo,
Amanda
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Kelsinwonderland
AmandaIt’s really great if you remember to give your lips some TLC so they are not too dry. It also takes a little practice to apply because they dry so fast, but totally worth it once you get the hang of it!
Jessica
Love to read about beauty products that other people are into! These colors all look amazing on you!
Melissa
Beautiful!!! I never wear anything other than lip balm on my lips but this makes me want to give it a try!!
Kelsinwonderland
MelissaDon’t be scared 😉 A matte liquid lip might not be the best starting place for you, but maybe try a lipcolour balm instead like the NYX Butter Gloss. It’s super cheap and adds a nice pop of colour.
Brittany Ashmore
Wow you have amazing lips and I love the Too faced on you the most!
Kelsinwonderland
Brittany AshmoreAw, thanks lol! The TooFaced pigments are pretty amazing, so I love them for summer statements! Thanks for reading 🙂
Amber Starr
You can pull off so many colors! I’m jealous! Also, your purple hair rocks! I definitely need some new mattes.
Kelsinwonderland
Amber StarrThank you! I’ve just recently taken the purple out of my hair and I miss it so much, lol. Thanks for reading! Let me know what mattes you try out 🙂
Samantha Kuzyk
OMG all of those colors look fab on you! I wish I could pull them off! I haven’t tried any matte lipsticks yet, but I totally want to!
Kelsinwonderland
Samantha KuzykThank you so much! It takes some practice to make these guys look good, but worth it 🙂 Let me know if you end up trying some mattes!
Maca
love allllll of themmmmmmm! You look so adorable 🙂
xo
Maca
Kelsinwonderland
MacaThank you xo
Kristen
Love all those colors on you!! I’ve always wanted to try the melted lipsticks and now they’re at the top of my list!
Kelsinwonderland
KristenLet me know what colour you opt for! Thanks for reading 🙂
Andrea Bai
I have been dying to try Potion from Anastasia and any of the Kylie lip kits. I love all the shades on you!
Glam Hungry Mom
Kelsinwonderland
Andrea BaiThank you so much! I was nervous trying Potion, but it wasn’t that bad at all! A few stares from people in public but also a few compliments 🙂