Nothing ruins a #flawless face of makeup faster than faded, flaking lipstick. You could do constant lipstick checks in the bathroom mirror, or you could turn to one of these best long-lasting lipsticks. These lippies will last through cocktails and marathon smooch sessions — promise.
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Maybelline
When this long-lasting lipstick says that it has super staying power, it means it. Apply the pigmented color, then seal it with the moisturizing top coat. No matter how much kissing (or drinking or eating) you do, the color will stay in place without flaking, peeling or transferring.
SuperStay 24 Hour Lipcolor, $8.99 at Ulta
Clinique
Adding a primer under your favorite lipstick can help turn a long-wearing formula into an exceptionally long-lasting one. With this liquid lipstick, you don't need the primer because it's already built in. So go on, pucker up.
Pop Liquid Matte Lip Colour + Primer, $18.50 at Clinique
Smashbox
The right long-lasting lipstick looks as good post-makeout session as it did pre-kiss. This liquid lipstick definitely fits the bill. It has advanced polymer technology that keeps it in place and makes it look as good at kiss #50 as it did at kiss #1.
Always On Matte Liquid Lipstick, $24 at Macy's
Ciaté London
It turns out you can have it all when it comes to a long-lasting lipstick. This liquid lippie delivers a nondrying matte formula to rival any other lipstick. Plus, it is formulated with high-performance pigments that glide on lips and stay there. That means no more lipstick smudges on your chin...or your partner's.
Liquid Velvet Moisturizing Matte Liquid Lipstick, $19 at Sephora
tarte
If you're a liquid lipstick lover, you're going to want to have this one in your makeup bag. Swipe the pigmented formula over your pout and it will practically dry instantly. And once it's set, you don't need to worry about it migrating. It will stay there without feathering or cracking until you decide it's coming off. It's one tough lippie.
Tarteist Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint, $20 at Sephora
Marc Jacobs Beauty
Go on, kiss away because this long-wear lip color isn't going anywhere. Promise. The creamy formula glides onto your lips like the smoothest lip balm, but stays in place for up to eight hours.
Le Marc Liquid Lip Crème, $28 at Sephora
Huda Beauty
Countless flattering shades? Check. A gorgeous matte finish? Check. Mega color payoff? Check. A long-wearing, transfer-proof formula? Check. This liquid lipstick covers all your bases. Did we mention that the cruelty-free lippie is also very comfortable to wear?
Liquid Matte Lipstick, $20 at Sephora
Urban Decay
A messy lipstick ruins a passionate kiss as fast as clumsy head banging. At least you know when you're rocking this liquid lipstick, you get a prismatic metallic finish with zero transfer.
Vice Liquid Lipstick Metallized, $18 at Ulta
Burberry
This liquid lipstick has a rich velvety texture that will remind you of the most sumptuous dress. It's the fact that it lasts up to eight hours and has a nondrying formula that will make it your new date night essential, though.
Liquid Lip Velvet, $34 at Burberry
NYX Cosmetics
The unique bullet with beveled edge will interest you thanks to the way it makes lining your lips a breeze. That's not the only standout feature, however. The waterproof formula that holds up to drinking and kisses is another important thing. And we can't forget about the budget-friendly price.
Full Throttle Lipstick, $7 at NYX Cosmetics
Black Up
Any lip color that smudges can create an awkward mess, but the awkwardness only increases with bolder lip colors. Thankfully, that won't happen with this transfer-proof liquid lipstick. You can wear your bright purple, blue or red shades without worrying that they're going to melt away.
Matte Liquid Lipcolor, $27.50 at Sephora
NUDESTIX
This isn't your average lip pencil. It's actually a lip color, liner and stain in one sleek black tube. The resulting product gives you waterproof matte color that isn't going to budge. You'll like it for Valentine's Day, but you'll also love it for every day thanks to the easy-to-wear neutral colors.
Magnetic Matte Lip Color, $24 at Sephora
Rimmel London
Looking for a lipstick that could withstand the zombie apocalypse (or a bad first date)? Consider this liquid lipstick your new staple. Once you put it on, it will not budge until you take it off with makeup remover. The formula feels so comfy on lips, you probably won't even need to use the moisturizing topcoat.
Provocalips 16HR Kissproof Lip Colour, $6.99 at Ulta
Kat Von D
Pop open the studded case of this long-wear lipstick to find an intensely pigmented shade, whether you play it safe with a neutral or indulge your wilder side with a shimmery navy or neon lilac. It comes in over 40 colors and is infused with antioxidants to keep lips moisturized.
Studded Kiss Lipstick, $21 at Sephora
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, we want a beauty look that’s filled with romance, romance and more romance. Something that would make Cupid jealous. But we can’t let the pretty pink and red shades distract us from the most important thing: a makeup look that will stay put, especially during those oh-so-romantic moments.
Lipstick smudged on your partner’s face is never a good look and the main reason why women often forgo bold lips on date night in favor of sultry eyes. You don’t need to ditch your favorite sexy lippie, though. The shelves are filled with transfer-proof, long-wear lipsticks that will stay put from your first celebratory toast to that goodnight kiss.
Scroll through to see the best long-lasting lipsticks that won’t migrate during your next smooch session.
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