Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary tested the Cherry Ade shade and said it didn’t budge all work day, even after eating a sandwich during her lunch. “It does an incredible job of filling your lips with pigment (the applicator is small and flexible, making it easy to get into every nook and cranny of your mouth corners), all while keeping your lips feeling hydrated,” she says.
- Finish: Satin
- Glamour-recommended shades: Apple Candy, Grape Soda, Pink Tangerine
- Pros: Weightless feel, easy-to-apply, offers precise application
- Cons: Doesn’t come available in as many shades as other options in this edit
Best Lasting Pigment: Colorgram Fruity Glass Tint
If you’re just as obsessed with #BeautyTok as we are, chances are, you’ve probably already spotted this lip stain at some point on your FYP. To start, the Colorgram Fruity Glass Tint comes in super adorable pastel packaging, which scores some points in our book. Formula-wise, you’ll find that this product feels weightless on the lips, resulting in a high-shine glossy finish all while remaining non-sticky. As far as pigment goes, this cruelty-free lip stain is definitely one of the strongest in this department, with staying power that’ll easily last you through a whole day. Sheer it out with your fingers for a subtle finish or layer for an extra bold look. Just think about all the potential lip combos!
- Finish: Glossy
- Glamour-recommended shades: 04 Adorable Berry, 02 Dewy Grapefruit, 07 Shy Guava
- Pros: Feels weightless on the lips, strong pigment, fun color range
- Cons: Doesn’t offer many nude shades
Best 2-in-1 Lip Stain: Kaja Jelly Charm Glazed Lip Stain & Blush
Not only does it come with the cutest jelly charm, but this it can also double as a liquid blush. It’s definitely worth considering if you’re after a versatile formula that will also save you some space in your makeup bag. Packed with various skin care ingredients such as triple berry complex, lemon fruit extract and olive squalane, this nourishing formula excels at keeping your lips nice and moisturized throughout the day, leaving them pillow-y soft from first application. This lightweight lip stain also offers buildable pigment, so you can easily adjust it depending on your desired finish and whether an occasion calls for something a bit more dramatic. The best part? Its compact keychain design means that you can also use it as a bag charm or attach it to your keys. A must-have.
