Gabriel Lipsticks- Although this line isn’t advertised as matte, I have two matte shades from this line that are just lovely! They take a bit longer to dry down & mattify but I don’t mind! Upon application these lipsticks are quite moisturizing & buttery which gives you a bit of time to manipulate them into where you want on your lips. These are also vegan, cruelty-free, & natural which is a big plus!
Bite Beauty Matte Creme Lip Crayons- I’m a firm believer in lip crayons because they give more precision & control so it isn’t a surprise I fell for these beauties. Bite says the “secret is the moisture-locking power of orange peel wax along with the antioxidant properties of resveratrol.” Although very creamy, these don’t rub off as easily as many other creamy matte lip products I own. They are also
Tarte LipSurgence Matte Lip Tints- Probably the longest running & most used up lip product on my guide! I just love Tarte’s formula, staining effect, & varying shades that range from really natural to va-va-voom. My favorite part besides it being a pencil (which you already know I love!) is that it will stain the lips too! Plus I am a mint lover & that leaves behind that soothing, minty tingle & scent.
Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Mattes- When these popped up in drugstores, the beauty community went insane. & with good reason! Many of these shades have an earthy tone & they all have a super creamy finish. They also have an affordable price tag!
NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams- Right behind the Tarte pencils above, I’ve had a love affair with this formula a long time! Applied softly, these shades will set up a bit more. I tend to apply them easily throughout the day because these are a bit more dense & creamy- almost like fluff! & the price is low too!
Rimmel Show Off Lip Velvet Mattes- A newer spin on a recently released Rimmel products, these have a fluffy texture as well! Super creamy, pigmented, & easy to reapply as well. Again- a bargain price as well!
Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics OCC Lip Tar Mattes- I have lots of OCC lip tars in my collection but the matte shades are quite unique. One tube lasts this side of forever because you only need a pinprick amount! I especially like the more unique shades to add some mattifying properties & to alter other colors as well. I have issues with these separating but it is worth it. Apply with a lip brush thinly & you’re good for hours & hours on end!
Laura Mercier Paint Wash Liquid Lip Colours- My newest acquisition! These apply with a soft, flat paddle foot & go on super thin. They also have a satin-matte finish that makes them a bit more unique. You can even find some that have shimmer which is harder to find.
Left to right row two: Too Faced Melted Liquified Long Wear Lipsticks in Melted Berry & Melted Chihuahua, NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams in Ibiza & Milan, Rimmel Show Off Lip Velvet Mattes in Orange-ology & Atomic Rose, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics OCC Lip Tar Mattes in Kimber & Pool Boy, & Laura Mercier Paint Wash Liquid Lip Colours in Red Brick & Golden Peach.
Here are all the swatches here in their glory! What matte lip products are your favorites? Are you more of a fan of creamy mattes or more dry formulas? I’d love to hear your recommendations below in the comments!