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.
We tested all the best long-wear lipsticks on the market and these lived up to their promise:
- Fenty Beauty by Rihanna Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color
- Maybelline SuperStay 24 Hour Lipcolor
- Smashbox Always On Matte Liquid Lipstick
- Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipstick
- Urban Decay Vice Liquid Lipstick Metallized
- Nyx Cosmetics Full Throttle Lipstick
- Kat Von D Studded Kiss Creme Lipstick
Scroll through to see more of the best long-lasting lipsticks that won’t migrate during your next smooch session.
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The 12 Best Kiss-Proof Lipsticks That Will Stay Put
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The 12 Best Kiss-Proof Lipsticks That Will Stay Put #1
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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Fenty Beauty by Rihanna
Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color, $24 at Sephora
Leave it to Rihanna to create the perfect red lipstick for all skin tones. This stunning 12-hour liquid lipstick comes in just one shade, a high-impact red with a soft matte finish that will last all day long. Even better, it's cruelty-free. We're officially in love.
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Maybelline
SuperStay 24 Hour Lipcolor, $10.49 at Ulta
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.
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Clinique
Pop Liquid Matte Lip Colour + Primer, $18.50 at 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.
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Smashbox
Always On Matte Liquid Lipstick, $24 at Macy's
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.
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Ciaté London
Liquid Velvet Moisturizing Matte Liquid Lipstick, $19 at Sephora
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.
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Tarte
Tarteist Quick Dry Matte Lip Paint, $20 at Sephora
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.
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Marc Jacobs Beauty
Le Marc Liquid Lip Crème, $28 at Sephora
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.
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Huda Beauty
Liquid Matte Lipstick, $20 at Sephora
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?
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Urban Decay
Vice Liquid Lipstick Metallized, $18 at Ulta
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.
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Burberry
Liquid Lip Velvet, $34 at 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.
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NYX Cosmetics
Full Throttle Lipstick, $7 at 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.
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Black Up
Matte Liquid Lipcolor, $27.50 at Sephora
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.
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NUDESTIX
Magnetic Matte Lip Color, $24 at Sephora
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.
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Rimmel London
Provocalips 16HR Kissproof Lip Colour, $6.49 at Target
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.
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Kat Von D
Studded Kiss Creme Lipstick, $19 at Sephora
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.
