So, as I've mentioned in my last blog post (my top 4 MAC lipsticks), I am a serious lipstick fiend and lipsticks are something I shamelessly own a lot more of than any other makeup item.
I remember back when glossy lips used to be the big beauty craze, the glossier, the better! I remember buying the whole collection of the 'Rimmel Lipglosses' to create the perfect lustrous pout…oh, how things have changed. Now, it's all about the matte lips which, I must admit, I do prefer and what better way to create it than with a matte liquid lipstick.
I have bought my fair share of matte liquid lipsticks to create that perfect Kylie pout, and I don't know why but I gravitate more towards nude tone brown liquid lipsticks as I feel there is something cool about a matte nude brown lipstick. However, I do tend to form a quick decision whether or not a liquid lipstick will make it into my handbag after the very first application. I am happy to share my top 3 liquid lipsticks which I’m sure every makeup lover NEEDS!
NYX SOFT MATTE CREAM ‘ABU DHABI’
Let us start with the most affordable one :) I remember squealing with excitement when I first saw that NXY Cosmetics hit the shelves in Boots. I excitedly ran to my nearest Boots store and picked up a couple of shades of the matte NYX Lip Creams, as I’d heard excellent things about them and wanted to see what the hype was all about. I bought ‘Cannes’ and ‘Abu Dhabi’, which I prefer as I’ve mentioned I’m a nude tone kinda gal :)
I would describe this lip cream to be a hybrid between a lipgloss and a lipstick which dries to a matte finish. The texture feels incredibly lightweight compared to the other two (which I will talk about) to the point where it feels like I'm wearing nothing on my lips. When first applied, it feels glossy and velvety which feels gentle and moisturising on the lips. It dries to a matte finish after around 5-10 minutes and can last for up to 3 hours on your lips, not too shabby considering it costs around £5.99.
However, I wouldn't say that it is extremely pigmented and you do need to apply two coats for a good colour payoff, and it also feels slightly runny. I don’t think this is particularly a bad thing as I feel it is perfect for everyday wear and adore the velvet texture and muted down brown nude of this lip cream. Buy here!
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| 'ABU DHABI' soft nude brown |
KAT VON D EVERLASTING LIQUID LIPSTICK ‘BOW & ARROW'
I have never come across a name so fitting for a product. This liquid lipstick seems like it does last forever and ever! You can drink, eat, kiss and it will not budge! Now, I’m not complaining as I tend to reach for this liquid lipstick when I know I'm going to be out all day and need a foolproof lipstick that I don't need to keep reapplying.
Unlike the NYX matte cream, this has a much thicker consistency, and you can certainly feel it on your lips once applied. I find this incredibly easy to work with due to the defined dofer applicator which allows you to apply a precise coat without you looking like you’ve strangely overdrawn your lips.
It feels creamy on your lips when you use it but quickly
dries matte, within a couple of minutes without it feeling too drying. I do recommend that you use a lip balm underneath this lipstick to avoid it clinging onto any dry patches. I would say this can last up to 5-6 hours without any need for reapplication, which is pretty incredible right?
The colour of this liquid lipstick is extremely unique, and some bloggers have described it as looking more pink toned on them, but I find it to be a true gorgeous nude brown with slight hints of red undertones. I can best describe this shade as what a lovechild of MAC Whirl and MAC Velvet Teddy would look like.
My favourite thing about this lipstick, besides the gorgeously unique colour, is the pigmentation. I feel like I only need one application for it to give an amazing colour payoff which makes it worth the price tag :) I will be for sure picking up more KVD shades for winter and love the quirky, distinct packaging too. Buy here!
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| 'BOW N ARROW' rich nude brown |
JEFFREE STAR LIQUID LIPSTICK ‘CELEBRITY SKIN’
This liquid lipstick is my newest purchase and completely 'blew me out of the water'. This little gem is amazing!!! If I can fill up the whole page with heart eye emoji’s, then I would :) Besides the fact that this particular shade is always out of stock and took me forever to get a hold of, I am in love with everything about it. It has a light, creamy texture and feels quite wet when first applied on the lips, which makes it all the easier to apply and fix any mistakes. It dries down matte within seconds, similarly to the KVD lipstick, and a little goes a long way as it is super pigmented!
This colour is another one that looks different on everyone. It is supposed to be a ‘soft nude brown’ but again can look pinkish on some people. I find it to be a true retro nude brown on me which gives it that ever so famous 90’s feel which will be a massive trend this season. It also does not budge once applied and has lasted for a good 6 hours on me, even when I’ve been eating and drinking. For a liquid lipstick that dries quickly, this feels extremely comfortable on the lips giving them an almost velvety feel. It does not dry out your lips or flake, which makes it an excellent base to reapply.
The price point isn't too bad either, and I would say it’s mid-range for a good liquid lipstick. I might be bold enough to say that this JS liquid lipstick is my favourite that I’ve tried so far and I do plan on gradually growing my collection, as they are worth every penny and have exceeded any expectations I had! Buy here!
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| 'CELEBRITY SKIN' muted retro nude brown |
What’s your favourite matte liquid lipstick and what do you recommend?
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