There is no shortage of highly rated powder highlighters over the years, but in the last couple of years, we have seen a massive increase in liquid highlighters and cream highlighters as well. This list includes a mix of all three. They are editor-approved and editor-tested, featuring the best highlighters for 2022 (as they’re presently available). I’ve tried to include a mix of brands, shades, and formulas so that our list of best highlighters offers something for everyone.

Every product recommended below has been tested and reviewed by me, your editor-in-chief, and I test thousands of products every year–so each product really had to earn their way onto this list. To read more about a specific shade or view swatches, make sure to use the drop downs and buttons below, as we’ve tried to make this guide comprehensive and easy to use!

YSL The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Beige Instinct (304)Boundless Maroon (315)Brown No Way Back (302)Exploding Nude (317)Fatal Carmin (309)Fiery Spice (307)Irreverent Cinnamon (313)Limitless Cinnabar (314)Nude Tension (301)Orange Surge (305)Radical Chili (308)Red Urge (306)Released Nude (311)Rose Incitement (303)Rouge Libre 1966Rouge Paradoxe (21)True Chili (28)Unconventional Nude (312)Upbeat Rose (318)Vibe in Amber (316)

The formula is supposed to have "full coverage" with "long-lasting semi-matte color" that has "creamy comfort." They were very pigmented with a moderately dense, velvety consistency that was creamy without sliding around. The substance/density of the product helped the product sit more smoothly on my lips and helped them be less prone to emphasizing lip texture and settling into my lip lines. Read more...

Urban Decay Vice Hydrating Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... 1993714AcaiArt WalkBacktalkBad BloodCallbackDepends on TrafficDrive InDTLAEloteFigueroaFlower DistrictGridlockHexHideawayHitch HikeHollyweirdHorchataIced AmericanoJune GloomLiarLocalLove TrapManicNakedNo ParkingOatmilkOlveraRavenswoodThe 405The Big OneUptightWehoWhat's Your Sign

The formula is supposed to be "super-pigmented," "hydrating," and "long-lasting." There are three finishes: cream, matte, and shine, and the way they feel, apply, and wear does depend on the finish, so I've broken the overview down by finish. Read more...

Chanel Rouge Allure Laque (2020)

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Beige Confidentiel (82)Beige Secret (83)Continuous (61)Corail Alternatif (85)Dark Blossom (77)Eternite (79)Exigence (64)Experimente (74)Fancy Prune (91)Fidelite (75)Golden Beige (90)Iconique (72)Immobile (70)Imperturbable (65)Inflexible (60)Invincible (73)Mythe (71)Obstination (81)Permanent (66)Remanence (69)Rose Ambigu (84)Rose Mystere (88)Rouge Captivant (86)Rouge Irregulier (87)Rouge Ombre (89)Steady (67)Still (62)Tenacious (78)Timeless (80)Ultimate (63)Unlimited (68)

The formula is supposed to have "ultra-intense colour with longwearing satin shine in one swipe" that lasts up to "12 hours" and is comfortable for up to "8 hours." The majority of shades I tested had more medium to semi-opaque coverage in one layer, which could be built up by applying a second layer. Read more...

Pat McGrath Divinyl Lip Shine

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Belle AmourBoudoir RoseDivine Rose 2Electric LotusFlesh 7Love InterestNude VenusTemptress

The formula is supposed to offer "mirror-esque" shine with "rich color" that has a lot of "hydration." It's part of the brand's Lip Fetish range, which is a lip balm-based formula, but these appear to be the higher coverage offering within the various finishes available. They have a smooth, balm-like feel--light glide but not overly slippery, lightweight, and comfortable to apply and to wear. Read more...

ColourPop Just a Tint Lippie Tint

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... A Go GoAlways RightChelloCherry CherryCherry PickinChimichangaChubby BunnyCity of StarsCoconut JuiceCutie FruityFeel GoodGimme S'moreIncom-pear-ableIsland TimeJuicy AppleMaui WowieMore Than EverNude BeachOrange CutieOverexposedPeach SurprisePop and LockRise 'n' ShineShakaStatus QuoThe StrandTreasure IslandWaikikiZ Boys

The formula is described as "the perfection sheer wash of colour in the comfiest, lightweight, super moisturizing formula." Here's the big takeaway... they are not that sheer; they're not a wash of color. They have medium to semi-opaque, buildable coverage with a few shades being more true medium in coverage; I just wouldn't say they're sheer nor just a wash. That medium to semi-opaque level of coverage still allows for some translucency, which gives the color a lighter look that's more like a stain. Read more...

MAC Love Me Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... As If I CareBated BreathCheery CherryCoffee and CigsDaddy's GirlDGAFE for EffortlessFrench SilkGive Me FeverHey FrenchieJoie de VivreKilling Me SoftlyLa FemmeLaissez-FaireLet Them Eat CakeMaison RougeMon CoeurMy Little SecretNine LivesPotent PetalPure NonchalanceSakura SZNShamelessly VainTres BlaséUnder the CoversVanity BonfireYou're So Vain

The formula is supposed to have a "lighter-than-air texture" with "all-day moisturization" paired with "intense color and soft shine." They had semi-opaque to fully opaque color coverage in a single layer, and most of the shades applied evenly and smoothly to my lips without emphasizing lip texture or sinking noticeably into my lip lines. Read more...

Sephora Rouge Lacquer

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Be Proud (43)Be the Boss (12)CEO (13)Dare to Be (28)Dream Bigger (42)Empowered (04)Excellence (07)Fearless (25)Get Ready (37)Girl Crush (16)Girl Gang (36)Girl to Know (29)Go Girl (22)Goddess (30)Hear Me Roar (08)High Heels (41)I Want It All (35)I'm a Legend (44)Inspire (23)Love Letter (11)Love Wins (09)Me First (38)My Rules (34)No Limit (32)No Regrets (21)Not Your Baby (15)Power Suit (01)Reckless (31)Riot Girl (26)Rise Above (17)Rise Up (03)Slay (18)Squad Goals (20)Strong as Helle (27)Stronger (19)Success Story (33)Survivor (10)To the Left (24)Visionary (14)What's My Secret (05)Wicked Smart (02)

The lipstick is supposed to have a "silky smooth melting formula" that yields "intense long-lasting color and high-shine" with "instant hydration." Most shades were creamy without being so slippery that they felt that way or went on unevenly. They do melt quickly, though, so if they are left in a warmer area (with all my photography lights running) and applied, they feel substantially creamier than at room temperature (about 72 degrees). Read more...

Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... A-List (301)Acajou (207)Art Deco (502)Blush (500)Boudoir (507)Bronzed (110)Burn Red (418)Cardinal Red (420)Cedar (206)Chinese Lacquer (402)Cruise (531)Desert (522)Doge (210)Dolce (202)Drama Berry (510)Dress Code (515)Eccentrico (505)Fiamma (205)Glow (532)Granite (101)Maharajah (517)Mahogany (601)Mediterranea (216)Mistero (212)Notorious (408)Nuda (107)Palazzo (209)Paparazzi Pink (518)Red Fuchsia (503)Redwood (415)Rialto (104)Rose Clay (525)Rose Nomad (524)Rose Sand (523)Sand (100)Sand (111)Sandstone (102)Seashore (112)Shocking Pink (511)Silenzio (213)Sospiri (105)Spotlight (516)Sun (215)Tadzio (103)Tan (109)The Red (400)Venetian Red (208)Vivid Coral (307)

The consistency has more slip and a velvety-smooth feel that softly “clings” to the lips, so while the finish has a glossier look for the first few hours, the color stays on well. If you’ve ever used a silicone-based primer, there’s a bit of that feel to the formula overall. Most shades last between six and eight hours on me, are non-drying to lightly hydrating, and comfortable to wear. The formula is unscented and has no discernible taste. Read more...

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... 5th Ave. RedAbstract OrangeApricot FantasyBare AffairBerry CoutureBerry HauteBerry RichBlack CherryBlackberryBlushedBlushig NudeBlushing MauveBlushing NudeBombshell RedBoss Lady, She-nomenon, Killin’otBrazilian TanCaramel GlaceCarnival SpiritCertainly RedChampagne on IceCherries in the SnowCherry BlossomChoco-lisciousChocolate VelvetCocoa BronzeCoffee BeanCopperglow BerryCoral BerryDemureFabulous FigFire & IceFuchsia FusionFuchsia ShockGentlemen Prefer PinkGold GoddessGoldpearl PlumHighbeam TanIced AmethystIced MochaIcy VioletIn the RedIpanema BeachJungle PeachJust Enough BuffKiss & Tell (matte)Kiss Me CoralLilac MistLove is OnLove That PinkLove That RedLover's CoralLuminous PinkMauvy NightMidnight MysteryMinkNaughty PlumNude AttitudeNude VelvetPeach MePeach ParfaitPink CognitoPink in the AfternoonPink PearlPink PoutPink TrufflePink VelvetPlum BabyPlum VelourPlumaliciousPorcelain PinkPrimroseRaisin RageRaspberry FreezeRavish Me RedRed LacquerRich Girl RedRose and ShineRose VelvetRosedewRosewineRum RaisinSandalwood BeigeSandstormSassy MauveSeductive SiennaSerene RedSilver City PinkSilver RoseSirenSky Line PinkSky PinkSmoked PeachSmoky RoseSnow PeachSoftshell PinkSoftsilver RedSoftsilver RoseSparkling CiderSpicy CinnamonStormy PinkTeak RoseTemptressToast of New YorkVa Va VioletViolet FrenzyWild OrchidWine with EverythingWine with Everything (Pearl)Wink For PinkWink for Pink

The formula is supposed to have "lightweight color and moisturizing shine" with "buildable color payoff" and a "gliding, smooth application." It's a good formula for those who like medium, buildable coverage with a smooth, balmy consistency that glides across lips easily but doesn't feel too slippery while worn. Read more...

NARS Audacious Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... AngelaAnitaAnnaAnnabellaApolineArdonArneraAudreyAugustineAvaAyaBarbaraBellaBetteBrigitteCanogaCarmenCarreraCatherineCharlotteClaudetteClaudiaCodieDariaDayleDeborahDelphineDisobedienceDoloresDominiqueEvaFannyFoolishnessGeraldineGinetteGraceGreedGretaIdolatryIngridIsabellaJaneJanetJeanneJosephineJulieJulietteKateKellyKiratLanaLaraLeaLeeLeslieLiliLindaLivLouLouiseMaduraMargotMarisaMarleneMichiyoMonaNancyNatalieNinaOliviaPrideRaquelRitaSandraSarahSheenaShirleySilviaSiouxsieSlothStefaniaTatianaVanessaVeraVibekeVivienWrath

The formula is supposed to have "one-stroke, full-coverage" pigmentation with a "soft matte finish" that is "long-lasting" and "hydrating." The formula is best characterized by its texture: creamy, smooth, and slightly denser/thicker on (but not heavy) compared to the typical lipstick formula. Most of the shades are opaque, while "weak" shades are more semi-opaque. The majority of the colors I've tested have applied evenly and smoothly with good glide and feel comfortable on my lips. They tend to last between four and six hours and was lightly hydrating to non-drying. There was no noticeable scent or taste.

ColourPop Lux Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... 277 SpringsAeronautAfterglowAlignedAngel CityAppyArielBelleBerry Me in LipsticksBetter OffBikini BottomBling RingBloom TimeBoyBrickButterC'mon SisCarouselCheetahChocolatierCinderellaCinnamonClariceCruellaCyber BabeDark LordDigital TwinDigitsDouble EspressoDr. FacilierDrama MuchDream EasyDream HouseDulce de LecheEvil QueenFee Fi FoFeeling AngelicFleur YouFlower SZNFoolishFredFriendsGallopGamer GirlGanache QueenGet a RoomGettyGhostedGoing NorthGolden BeachHadesHazelnuts About UHello StrangerHollaHot OnesHottieHua MulanHumble PieIt's FauxIvarJack SkellingtonJasmineLa LadyLatteLay OverLBDLes DeuxLionessLiquid CourageLittle SnowMaleficentMalibu SunsetMaryMaxed OutMeridaMillion Dollar BabyMoanaMoney Side UpMoody BloomMost CuriousMrs. NorrisMy WaysNew BooNu WaveOn DisplayOn RepeatOogie BoogieOouuuu!Party MixPink BouquetPinkies UpPocahontasPrincess AuroraPure LoveQuickieRapunzelReverieRudolphSallySarahSashayScorpio MoonSimon SaysSitting PrettySnow WhiteSo MagneticSpring RollStill CrazyStone FoxSupreme RulerSurrenderSweetenerTea ThymeThe LoungeThe PodTianaTip ToeTrendingTulip SeasonUno MasUnravelledUR ThrivingWhat IfWhat UpWhat's Your SignWinnie

The formula that is supposed to be a "creamy-matte" that "glides on like butter, doesn't feather or bleed, and lasts so long you'll forget you're even wearing it." The majority of the shades were quite pigmented with full color payoff in a single stroke with a few in the more semi-opaque coverage range. Read more...

Shiseido VisionAiry Gel Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Botan (206)Bullet Train (202)Code Red (221)Coral Pop (217)Cyber Beige (201)Firecracker (219)Future Shock (215)Ginza Red (222)High Rise (225)Incense (209)J-Pop (210)Lantern Red (220)Neon Buzz (213)Night Rose (203)Noble Plum (224)Pink Dynasty (207)Pink Flash (214)Pixel Pink (205)Rose Muse (211)Scarlet Rush (204)Shizuka Red (223)Sleeping DragonSleeping Dragon (227)Streaming Mauve (208)Volcanic (218)Vortex (216)WoodblockWoodblock (212)

The formula is supposed to have "high levels of pigment" for "cushiony, comfortable, weightless color" that lasts for "six hours." They had rich color coverage in a single stroke, just as promised, and they were creamy and emollient, which made them comfortable and easy to apply on my lips. Read more...

Guerlain Rouge G de Guerlain Lip Color (2018)

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... #02#03#06#111#17#18#21#214#22#23#25#28#333#41#42#43#45#50#520#555#62#65#67#70#71#72#73#74#77#777#78#888#91#92#93#95#96#999Deep Brown (19)Dreamy Garnet (38)Nude Alchemy (08)Pink Beige (08)Warm Brown (15)

The formula is supposed to have "intense colour" with a hydrating base that includes things like jojoba and mango butter as well as hyaluronic acid (and gugul resin) to "help to smooth and plum up lips." I would describe the formula as somewhere between semi-opaque and opaque, often buildable, with a luminous sheen that seems like there's very, very fine pearl but less distinctive shimmer (except for the shades that are actually shimmery). Read more...

Pat McGrath MatteTrance Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... 1995AmourAntidoteBeautiful StrangerCandy FlipChristyDeep OrchidDeep VoidDivine BrownDivine RomanceDivine RoseDream LoverElsonElson 2Elson 3Executive RealnessExtravaganzaFaux PasFemmebotFever DreamFlesh 3Flesh 5Forbidden LoveFull BloodedFull PanicGuinevereMcMenamyModern WomanObsessedOmiPeep ShowPolaroid PinkRouge 8Soft CoreVendettaVenus in Furs

The formula is supposed to be “richly pigmented” with “”supreme hydration” and “opulent matte opacity.” The consistency was smooth, velvety, and dense without being too firm for one-stroke, glide-on application (I found the original shades to be slightly firmer compared to more newly released shades). They had nearly opaque to opaque coverage in one layer and most were buildable. Read more...

Sephora Lipstories Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... 5-0 Grind (56)A Little Magic (22)Adventuring (63)After Hours (23)All Washed Up (26)Aquarius (87)Aries (89)Autumn Blaze (76)Backstage (60)Berry-licious (32)Brunch Date (01)But First Coffee (58)Cancer (92)Capricorn (98)Cash Money (47)Celebrate (12)City Beat (45)Coconut Grove (13)Deep Water Bay (24)Desert Dreaming (73)Desert Trip (39)Festival Lights (51)Fire Side (11)First Class (25)Gemini (91)Golden Gate (31)Hong Kong by Night (27)Hot in Havana (37)Ice Breaker (46)In the Clouds (43)It's Electric (57)Just Add Tinsel (48)Labyrinth City (09)Landing In Shanghai (2)Leo (93)Libra (95)Love Is Love (27)Love Love (07)Malt Shake (29)Margs (70)Matinee (30)No Cell Service (42)Off the Grid (74)Off-Limits (38)Offshore (66)Ouch (49)Oui (03)Palm Street (62)Pineapple Express (21)Pisces (88)Polar Lights (78)Popsicle Lips (28)Primal Instinct (77)Sagittarius (97)Sandblasted (72)Scorpio (96)Sink or Swim (67)Snuggle Weather (61)Somewhere in Spain (04)Spark (68)Spiked (65)Spring Break (36)Take a Bite (35)Take a Spin (41)Tan Lines (06)Taurus (90)Treat Yo Self (71)Trippin (50)Twolips (14)Undisturbed (75)Vacation Goals (59)Virgo (94)Wanderlust (33)Werk It (69)Woof (44)Yum Yum (10)

The formula is supposed to be "lightweight" with "full-coverage color in one swipe." The majority of shades were pigmented with semi-opaque to full color payoff in a single layer, as described. The more shimmery shades tended to be a bit sheerer overall, while the mattes and creams were usually closer to opaque in coverage. Read more...

Fenty Beauty Slip Shine Sheer Shiny Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... BubblerumCookies and CocoaGlazedGoji GangMakeout BreakQuartz CandyRetro RoseSuga KissTang ThangVamps Who Brunch

The formula is supposed to have "sheer" coverage that is "ultra comfortable" that "lock[s] in moisture." It's designed to be something you can apply without a mirror (which just really make it clear that it is a sheerer product), but it does say "buildable" with multiple layers. The consistency was moderately dense in the tube but melted subtly as I applied it to my lips, and it felt more emollient after a few seconds of wear. They felt lightweight without being tacky, and it had more of a light-medium level of slip, so it didn't seem to slide around a lot during wear. It definitely has a balmy feel on the lips but has some staying power (but less than say, an opaque, satin lipstick). Read more...

Burberry Liquid Lip Velvet

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Black Cherry (57)Bright CrimsonBright PlumBrilliant VioletDark RosewoodFawn (05)Fawn RoseLight Nude (01)Magenta (33)Military RedOxblood (53)Peach (25)Primrose (21)Regiment Red (37)

The Liquid Lip Velvet formula is described as having “rich pigment, smooth application” and a “velvet finish that lasts up to eight hours” that is “non-drying.” Overall, the formula is fantastic for those who want the fluidity of a liquid product without the drying aspect of more traditional liquid lipsticks while not sacrificing wear time. The formula does not dry down completely, so there will be transfer, but the product is so pigmented that the color lasts awhile. Read more...

Bobbi Brown Luxe Lip Color (Discontinued)

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Almost BareAtomic OrangeBaby PeachBahama BrownBare PinkBelliniBerry RoseBobbiBondBright PeonyBrocadeCrimsonDesert RoseDowntown PlumFlameGuavaHibiscusHot RoseImperial RedModNeutral RosePale CoralPale MauveParisian RedPink BuffPink CloudPink GuavaPink NudePink SandPlum BrandyPlum RosePosh PinkRaspberry PinkRed BerryRed VelvetRetro CoralRetro RedRich BerryRose BlossomRussian DollSoft BerrySoft berrySoft CoralSpring PinkSunset OrangeTahiti PinkUber BeigeUber PinkUber RoseYou MajestyYour Majesty

Best Bobbi Brown Luxe Lip Color  is supposed to have one-stroke color coverage with a hydrating, smoothing formula, and “nourishing shine.” I was impressed with the formula as a whole, as the majority of the shades were very pigmented in one pass with a creamy consistency that glided on easily. There’s a richness to the texture that does feel more “luxe” in a way. Read more...

Givenchy Le Rouge

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Beige Caraco (107)Beige Deshabille (108)Beige Mousseline (101)Beige Plume (102)Brun Cachemire (104)Brun Createur (103)Brun Vintage (105)Carmin Escarpin (306)Corail Backstage (324)Corail Decollete (303)Corail Signature (317)Coral GypsophilaCroisiere Coral (310)Croisiere Fuchsia (309)Framboise Couture (323)Framboise Velours (315)Fuchsia Irresistible (205)Golden Red (888)Grenat Initie (307)Grenat Nocturne (328)Heroic Pink (212)Heroic Red (321)Hibiscus Exclusif (302)L'Interdit (333)Magnolia Organza (301)Mandarine Bolero (304)Nude Guipure (106)Pourpre Edgy (326)Prune Trendy (327)Rose Boudoir (204)Rose d'Exception (206)Rose Dahlia (210)Rose Dentelle (203)Rose Diaphane (110)Rose Dressing (202)Rose Perfecto (209)Rose Plumetis (207)Rose Precieux (311)Rose Ruban (211)Rose Taffetas (201)Rouge d'Exception (308)Rouge Egerie (305)Rouge Fetiche (325)Violine Precieux (312)

The formula is supposed to have "intense color" with a "semimatte finish." Most shades are opaque with a few falling short of full coverage that apply evenly and last between four and six hours. The fomrula is lightly creamy to moderately creamy with some slip that is comfortable to wear and typically moisturizing over time. It has a floral scent but no discernible taste.

Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick

Read Reviews View Swatches View a shade... Ambitious PinkBare InstinctBois de RoseBoldfaceBrazenBurn ItCarnalComplexConfidentCovetous NudeCulture ClashDangerousDaringDecadent (150)Decisive PoppyDefiant CoralDesirableDiscreetDominantDynamicEccentricEmotional (140)EnviousExciteFierceHigh LevelImmortalImpassionedImpulsiveIncensedInescapableInfamousInsatiable IvoryInsolent PlumIntense NudeIrresistibleJealousKnockout NudeLA NoirMusings (534)Naked DesireNever EnoughNoirishNude CultNude FataleNude MoodNude SceneObliviousOut of ControlPeerlessPinkberryPoesie (215)PotentPower GrabPower TripPowerfulPretty VainProwlRebellious RoseRecklessRed EgoRose TeaSecret LifeSpeak OutStrippedTenacious (527)ThrillingTruth TalkingTumultuous PinkUnattainableUndefeatedUninhibitedUnrequitedUnrivaled (213)UnshakableVain VanillaVengeful RedVin Noir (315)

The Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick formula is supposed to have “high-intensity color” in a "single stroke" that "glides on effortlessly" and has "six hour" wear. More recent copy of the formula has been more specific as it having "medium-to-full coverage." Read more...

New for 2022: Top-Rated Lipsticks Just Released

Check out the current top 10 highest-rated lipsticks (individual shades) reviewed by the editor in 2022–this list will update automatically!

01.

01. Pirate (99) Chanel

Chanel

PPermanent. $45.00/0.12 oz.

A+

Chanel Pirate (99) Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour ($38.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deep, slightly muted, red with strong, cool pink undertones and...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sChanelDillard's

More Retailers

Neiman MarcusNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)Violet Grey

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHouse of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)SelfridgesSephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

Chanel Pirate (99) Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour ($38.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deep, slightly muted, red with strong, cool pink undertones and...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sChanelDillard's

More Retailers

Neiman MarcusNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)Violet Grey

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHouse of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)SelfridgesSephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

02.

02. Hear Me Rawr ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.24 oz.

A+

ColourPop Hear Me Rawr Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a vivid, medium red with cool, blue undertones and a satin finish. It was...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

ColourPopUlta

ColourPop Hear Me Rawr Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a vivid, medium red with cool, blue undertones and a satin finish. It was...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

ColourPopUlta

03.

03. Caprice de Rouge (132) Lancome

Lancome

PPermanent. $32.00/0.12 oz.

A+

Lancome Caprice de Rouge (132) L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick (2022) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a vivid, medium-dark blue-based red with cooler...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sBoots

More Retailers

Cos BarDillard'sHSNLancomeMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)SephoraUlta

Int'l Retailers

EscentualFeelUniqueHarrodsHarvey Nichols (UK)John Lewis (UK)Lancome (CA)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (AU)Sephora (BR)Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

Lancome Caprice de Rouge (132) L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick (2022) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a vivid, medium-dark blue-based red with cooler...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sBoots

More Retailers

Cos BarDillard'sHSNLancomeMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)SephoraUlta

Int'l Retailers

EscentualFeelUniqueHarrodsHarvey Nichols (UK)John Lewis (UK)Lancome (CA)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (AU)Sephora (BR)Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

04.

04. Berry Noir (397) Lancome

Lancome

PPermanent. $32.00/0.12 oz.

A+

Lancome Berry Noir (397) L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick (2022) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a brighter, medium-dark reddish-berry with subtle, warm...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sBoots

More Retailers

Cos BarDillard'sHSNLancomeMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)SephoraUlta

Int'l Retailers

EscentualFeelUniqueHarrodsHarvey Nichols (UK)John Lewis (UK)Lancome (CA)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (AU)Sephora (BR)Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

Lancome Berry Noir (397) L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick (2022) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a brighter, medium-dark reddish-berry with subtle, warm...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sBoots

More Retailers

Cos BarDillard'sHSNLancomeMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)SephoraUlta

Int'l Retailers

EscentualFeelUniqueHarrodsHarvey Nichols (UK)John Lewis (UK)Lancome (CA)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (AU)Sephora (BR)Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

05.

05. Unbreakable Urban Decay

Urban Decay

PPermanent. $25.00/0.2 oz.

A+

Urban Decay Unbreakable Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a vivid, medium-dark red with cool, blue undertones and a...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

Urban Decay Unbreakable Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a vivid, medium-dark red with cool, blue undertones and a...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

06.

06. Text 'Em Urban Decay

Urban Decay

PPermanent. $25.00/0.2 oz.

A+

Urban Decay Text 'Em Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a light-medium, pink-leaning coral with moderate, warm undertones...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

Urban Decay Text 'Em Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a light-medium, pink-leaning coral with moderate, warm undertones...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

07.

07. No Restraints Urban Decay

Urban Decay

PPermanent. $25.00/0.2 oz.

A+

Urban Decay No Restraints Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a rich, vivid medium purple with subtle, warm pink undertones...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

Urban Decay No Restraints Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.2 oz.) is a rich, vivid medium purple with subtle, warm pink undertones...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

08.

08. Rare Ruby Bobbi Brown

Bobbi Brown

PPermanent. $40.00/0.13 oz.

A+

Bobbi Brown Rare Ruby Luxe Lipstick ($40.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark brick red with warmer undertones and a cream finish.

• Opaque...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBarneysBloomingdale'sbluemercuryBobbi Brown

More Retailers

Cos BarMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromQVCSaksSelfridges (US)Sephora

Int'l Retailers

Bobbi Brown (UK)HarrodsHouse of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

Bobbi Brown Rare Ruby Luxe Lipstick ($40.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark brick red with warmer undertones and a cream finish.

• Opaque...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBarneysBloomingdale'sbluemercuryBobbi Brown

More Retailers

Cos BarMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromQVCSaksSelfridges (US)Sephora

Int'l Retailers

Bobbi Brown (UK)HarrodsHouse of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

09.

09. One Last Night (444) Lancome

Lancome

PPermanent. $32.00/0.12 oz.

A+

Lancome One Last Night (444) L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick (2022) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a brighter, medium-dark rosy mauve with subtle, cool...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sBoots

More Retailers

Cos BarDillard'sHSNLancomeMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)SephoraUlta

Int'l Retailers

EscentualFeelUniqueHarrodsHarvey Nichols (UK)John Lewis (UK)Lancome (CA)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (AU)Sephora (BR)Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

Lancome One Last Night (444) L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick (2022) ($32.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a brighter, medium-dark rosy mauve with subtle, cool...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

Adore BeautyBelkBergdorf GoodmanBloomingdale'sBoots

More Retailers

Cos BarDillard'sHSNLancomeMacy'sNeiman MarcusNET-A-PORTERNordstromSaksSelfridges (US)SephoraUlta

Int'l Retailers

EscentualFeelUniqueHarrodsHarvey Nichols (UK)John Lewis (UK)Lancome (CA)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (AU)Sephora (BR)Sephora (CA)Sephora (CA)Sephora (FR)

10.

10. Shock Value Urban Decay

Urban Decay

PPermanent. $25.00/0.2 oz.

A+

Urban Decay Shock Value Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a vivid, medium-dark fuchsia pink with strong, cool blue...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

Urban Decay Shock Value Vice Lip Bond Glossy Liquid Lipstick ($25.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a vivid, medium-dark fuchsia pink with strong, cool blue...

Read Review

View Swatches

View Dupes

Where to Buy

Affiliate Links

BelkMacy'sNordstromQVCSelfridges (US)

More Retailers

SephoraUltaUrban Decay

Int'l Retailers

FeelUniqueHarvey Nichols (UK)House of Fraser (UK)John Lewis (UK)LookFantasticSelfridgesSephora (BR)Sephora (FR)Sephora (PL)Urban Decay (CA)

Our Methodology

The way I approach my guides is by focusing permanent formulas that have stood the test of time–they are high quality, consistent, and all formulas that have performed well. Every shade is thoroughly tested and reviewed, and these are formulas where I’ve often tested every shade in the line of, so I really grasp each formula’s strengths and weaknesses!

More product guides: Best Blushes, Best Highlighters, Best Eyeshadow Palettes, Best Single Eyeshadows, Best Lip Glosses, Best Blush Brushes, Best Eyeshadow Brushes, Best Highlighter Brushes

YSL The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick  

YSL The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick  

YSL The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick