Beauty A-Z: How to Choose the Right Lipstick for you?
Gone are the days when lipsticks were only available in options like matte and shimmery tubes of lip gloss.
Today, lipstick has many varieties for you to choose from. The range of lipsticks is just as extensive as basic foundations, it seems like every day you'll see a brand or formula/packaging appear. Here's a rundown of all our favorite lipsticks so you know what to add to your cart the next time you shop.
Colored Lip Gloss
These lip glosses aren't like the '90s shimmer tubes you're used to — they still have a shine, but the color is like any other regular lipstick you own. If you love a light and glossy finish, this formula is made for you.
Matte Velvet Lipstick
These formulas can be solid or liquid and are an easier-to-use version of traditional matte lipsticks. They are non-sticky on your lips and can be used even if your lips are a little dry. They provide a velvety smooth and long-lasting matte finish.
High Gloss Lipstick
This solid lipstick formula is once again making a splash in the beauty industry. High-pigment and high-gloss lipsticks are applied straight from the tube and are guaranteed to create a shimmery lip look from every angle.
Liquid lipstick
Undoubtedly one of the most popular of the past few years, liquid lipstick has found a place in many people's hearts. Many users agree that they are easier to apply and handle than solid lipsticks and you don't even need to wait for it to dry. What else could you want? These formulas are also available in metallic colors that were very popular in the 80s and 90s.
Lip Cream
Simply put, this formula is basically a creamy lipstick that comes in a bottle and is applied with a brush. Lasts about 6 hours — unless it dries out, in which case it will last longer — and you can easily wipe it off at the end of the day.
Lipstick
This upcoming one is basically the non-sticky sister of highly pigmented lip gloss. They have the same deep color but with a thin finish and give your lips a softer, sexier look.
Pencil lipstick
Lipsticks packaged as pencils can come in all sorts of textures — matte, cream, or glossy. They are easy to use because they can be sharpened for more precise application and can also be found at a better price than regular stick-on lipsticks.
Lip Tint
Benefit Cosmetics has made water-based tints the mainstay of beauty kits, tints now have a softer texture for easier application and better color depth. They are the go-to when you simply do not feel comfortable with applying a bold lip color.
Lip Oil
This makeup-and-care combo gives your lips the nutrients they need with a hint of color — no one will notice you're still wearing lip care at lunch.
Powder Lipstick
Natural looks are all the rage in fashion shows and at this rate, thick lips and sharp contours will soon fade. Powder lipstick is a new formula that gives your lips a matte finish with a spongy, powder-like texture that is applied with a brush or with your fingers for a natural plumping feel.
Metallic Lipstick
Isn't iridescence something we all love? In addition, this lipstick can be used on top of existing lipstick colors for a fresh new look. Metallic lipstick adds a three-dimensional effect and a bit of edge.
Holographic Lipstick
Holographic is like a clear polish but comes with tiny glitters inside and creates a clear, jelly-like finish. That 90s effect with just the right amount of shine? The holographic frosty lips effect.