Liquid Lipsticks

My liquid lipsticks: Korres Liquid Lipstick in #56 Red, #13 Soft Pink, #28 Berry; Jouer Lip Creme Liquid Lipstick in lychee, the Blam Meet Matt(e) Hughes Long-Lasting Liquid Lipstick in Charming and Adoring, Studio 10 Longlast Velvet Liquid Lips in Tearose, CLIO Virgin Kiss Silkuid Lips in 02 Cheshire, the SAEM Eco Soul Velvet Lip Mousse in PK 02 Pink Bear, Missha Painting Rouge Syrup in SBE01, Innisfree Vivid Tint Rouge in #10 Faded Rose

Liquid lipsticks tend to be really pigmented and are usually rather long lasting. They come in variety of finishes: creamy/satiny finish, matte finish and glossy finish. Their packaging is usually in a tube with a sponge applicator. Basically what you get is a pigmentation of a lipstick with a gloss like application. Liquid lipsticks seem to be hugely popular these days, and perfect thing about them is that they can be super long lasting and non transferable, but on the down side some of them can emphasise every single issue you have with your lips and can be very drying. But if you are going for a vampy red lip that looks perfect and lasts and lasts, nothing beats a liquid lipstick in achieving that. 

Swatches of lipsticks and their staying power after being wiped (not gently)

1-3. Korres Raspberry Antioxidant Liquid Lipsticks in Red (bright tomato red with micro shimmer), Soft Pink (beige pink with micro shimmer) and Berry (bright berry with micro shimmer)-  my first ever liquid lipsticks. 

What does Korres say: A cooling, water-based liquid lip color Combines the creamy texture of lip gloss with the long-lasting, brilliant finish of lipstick Contains Raspberry and Pomegranate extracts that are rich in antioxidant. Shields lips against free-radical damage while smoothing lip lines. Blended with Acai Palm Pulp Oil for relieving and hydrating benefits. Creates a suppler and younger looking pout.

My thoughts: These are very comfortable and smooth, they feel like a gloss on the lips, moist and light without being sticky. Their longevity is not bad at all but they are transferable so if you eat and drink or kiss they will be gone. These are very forgiving of imperfections on lips as they don't emphasize them. These are creamy and contain very subtle micro shimmer. I really like Soft Pink one I should start wearing it more. 

4. Jouer Lip Creme Liquid Lipstick in lychee (matt cool dusty rose) 

What does Jouer say: This weightless, long-wear liquid lipstick offers full coverage color with a soft-touch finish that glides on smoothly and lasts all day.

My Thoughts: Formula has that moussey/whipped cream texture that is very soft and goes on easily on the lips. These are very pigmented and one layer will give you a full coverage. Once it dries it becomes very matt and does not budge (they are transfer proof), compared to most matte liquid lipsticks these are rather comfortable but still feel a bit drying towards the end of the day. They last  good 8 hours with minimal fading if you eat. All in all an excellent matte liquid lipstick.  These are rather costly and available on Cult Beauty. 

5-6. the Blam Meet Matt(e) Hughes Long-Lasting Liquid Lipstick in Charming (rich mauve) and Adoring (merlot)

What does the Balm say: This long-wearing formula has a comfortable matte finish with no commitment issues. These matte vanilla mint liquid lipsticks are stuck on you without feeling clingy!

My thoughts: My favorite matte liquid lipsticks. They don't dry down completely so they do transfer a bit but they are very, very comfortable and not drying at all. They are easy to apply and because they don't dry down completely they can be touched up if there is a need. Charming is darker mauve color and Adoring is a perfect dark red lipstick. 

7.Studio 10 Longlast Velvet Liquid Lips in Tearose (creamy beige rose) - a beautiful nude colour 

What does Studio 10 say: Longlast Velvet Liquid Lips has a demi-matte, long-wearing formula that glides on effortlessly to cloak your lips with gorgeously flattering, low-maintenance colour. With conditioning vitamin E and an antioxidant complex, this nutritive lip elixir is kind to your delicate skin – locking in precious moisture whilst warding against the ageing effects of free radicals – so your lips not only look voluptuous, but feel smooth, hydrated and protected from the elements. 

My thoughts: A satin finish liquid lipstick with a smooth formula that applies easily. It never sets completely so despite being long lasting it is transferable. It does not emphasise lip creases or bleed. A really solid lip product. Available for purchase on Cult Beauty.

8. CLIO Virgin Kiss Silkuid Lips in 02 Cheshire (bright marsala) 

What does CLIO say: Liquid silky texture that covers lips smoothly. Weightless silky new material type fits lips lightly. Matt lips of sliding touch on lips with rich and vivid color. Long lasting fit when spread.

My thoughts: This has a very comfortable wear on the lips and goes on smooth. It is fully matte but never sets so it transfers. Only thing is if you want muted colours you will not find them here. Available for purchase on Jolse.

9. the SAEM Eco Soul Velvet Lip Mousse in PK 02 Pink Bear (warm pink)

What does the SAEM say:Lip mousse with soft and gentle touch to give elegant velvet lips. One touch gives vivid lip color with high fit powder for long lasting color.

My thoughts: It has thick mousse consistency and goes on lips smooth. The finish on lips is matte almost powdery feeling. Like you have put a thin layer of setting powder over your lips. It dries down completely and does not transfer on a glass for example but if you wipe it it is gone. It  feels a bit drying due to that powdery feel on the lips but really nothing major. This one needs lips in good condition to look good. Very affordable. Available for purchase on Jolse.

10. Missha Painting Rouge Syrup in SBE01 (warm beige pink)

What does Missha say:  Light formula. Clear color. Vitalizes and supplies moist to lips. Syrup coating polymer gives lips shine like glass bead. Rosemary Oil, Olive Oil supply nutrient and moisture to lips. Lasts long with just one touch.Dual slip-fit tip made for curve of lips. Syrup Polymer - Adherability + Gloss + Volume

My thoughts: This one reminds me a lot of Korres Liquid Lipsticks with a slightly thicker formula. It has a very moisturising, almost wet feel on lips. It is very pigmented and glossy without being sticky. This formula is very forgiving and suitable for dry or chapped lips as it will "gloss" over any dryness or flakiness. Due to its formula it never sets and it it easily transferable but it does stain the lips, leaving a nice stain behind. Very affordable. Available for purchase on Jolse.

11. Innisfree Vivid Tint Rouge in #10 Faded Rose (marsala rose) - I'm thinking I should have included this one in lip tints post. Oh well here it is. 

What does Innisfree say: Vivid pigmentation. Light wearing like wearing nothing! Enriched moisturizing with MOISTURE HOLDING TECHNOLOGY, camellia oil and shea butter. Hybrid lip for applying texture evenly on lips.

My thoughts: This one fells like nothing on lips.It goes on glossy but it is not sticky at all or greasy feeling, very comfortable to wear and moisturising. The colour is strong and more intense than on the packaging. It fades slowly and evenly leaving behind a nice looking tint. Available for purchase on ibbi store.