SuperStay Matte ink

I loved this lipstick, the Exhilarator color is a vibrant red that really stands out and makes the makeup look spectacular. The texture is creamy when applied, but in seconds it is fixed and is completely matte. The best thing is its duration: it holds meals, drinks and many hours without the need for touch-ups.It does not dry out the lips too much if you moisturize them before, and the applicator makes it much easier to achieve a precise finish. Without a doubt, it is an excellent option if you are looking for a striking, durable and good quality lipstick at an affordable price.

I bought both Globetrotter and Groundbreaker and I’m honestly impressed with how well they suit warm-toned skin.Globetrotter is a warm brown beige with subtle terracotta undertones. It feels earthy, elegant and effortless, perfect for everyday wear when I want something defined but not too dramatic. It adds a natural warmth to my face and pairs beautifully with soft or golden-toned makeup.Groundbreaker is a deeper, bolder red with a maple warmth that feels powerful but still flattering. It’s my go-to when I want to feel confident and make a statement. It instantly brightens my features and still feels wearable.The formula is rich, long-lasting and surprisingly comfortable for a matte. Both shades stay put for hours, even through meals, without cracking or drying out my lips.If you have warm skin and love colors that feel rich, balanced and beautiful, these two are absolutely worth it. I use one when I want presence and the other when I want softness with depth.

I recently bought the Maybelline matte lipstick, and I absolutely love it. The formula is smooth and applies easily without dragging or feeling dry. It has a true matte finish that looks elegant and chic.What I like the most is that it feels comfortable on my lips. Many matte lipsticks make my lips feel tight or flaky after a few hours, but this one stays soft and lightweight. The color payoff is amazing – one swipe is enough for full coverage, and it looks just like the shade on the packaging.It also lasts for hours, even after drinking coffee or eating light snacks. I only need a quick touch-up after a full meal. The size is perfect to keep in my purse for on-the-go application.

I have these in many colors, and have been wearing them for years.The good:These have the best staying power of any liquid lipsticks I’ve worn, and I’ve tried many popular “long-wearing” formulas from both mid- and high-end beauty brands for comparison. During Covid mask-wearing, these were the only ones I trusted to stay in place and not transfer. I even wear them when at the beach, because they are opaque enough to block the UV rays better than any SPF balm, and I don’t have to reapply…they stay on in the water! (I’ve even read that Olympic divers and synchronized swimmers wear these during competitions, and I believe it.) I also wore these when skiing, because the layer of product kept my lips from drying out in the cold and wind. It didn’t rub off on my gaiter either, which was impressive. I’ve worn them when I had fast-paced days at work, when I knew I wouldn’t have time to check my lipstick or reapply. I’ve napped in bright red lipstick on a white pillow, without fear. I’ve worn them when skating outside, while I was sweating a lot and drinking water frequently, and they stayed well. You get the picture.-The price is very reasonable for how much product you get, in my opinion. And I’ve used $34 liquid lipsticks that didn’t perform as well.-There is a nice, large range of colors, and most of them (except for some of the scented special-edition ones) don’t have a noticeable smell, which I appreciate. I personally hate when a lipstick has an intense, cloying vanilla scent.-The nude shades aren’t my faves. I can get a prettier MLBB look with other formulas. But it can (quickly, before it dries!) be smudged out thinner with a fingertip or brush, if you want a bit of a matte stain effect. I do this with Ruler sometimes.-I find these comfortable for me to wear all day; I’ve never had any of them make my lips feel rough or cracked, or cause stinging. My lips feel less dry when I remove it at the end of a day vs. when I had no lipstick or balm on.The bad:-The flip side of their great staying power is that they can be really annoying to remove. It can take multiple passes with a cleansing balm, and lots of rubbing. The best method for me has been using some cotton rounds and the waterproof-makeup-removing micellar water, followed with my regular cleanser.-There seems to be some formula inconsistency between shades. I love the color Dancer, but tried 3 different tubes, and it still feels more viscous than other shades, and has a tendency to flake more. Irritating, because it’s my favorite color. Some, like Ruler, Pathfinder, Exhilarator, and Lover, apply more smoothly. But then Romantic and Heroine look patchy? Pioneer always feels sticky, and never quite dries. It’s weird.-If you apply too far into the corners of your mouth, you might see a little color gum up there. And if you apply too far inside your lips, it might roll off in flakes onto your teeth.-After eating something oily, or drinking, I do sometimes have to reapply a little, if it rubs off enough on my inner lip that there is a visible line when my lips are closed. This is worst with the darker reds, and Artist. I can reapply the color well enough over it for a touch-up, but if you look closely, you might see some rough patches where the original application wore off.-These lipsticks do leave little flakes on cups and utensils sometimes. And those color patches will not come off of your dishes in the dishwasher, FYI. Scrubbing required, LOL.As with any long-wearing lipstick, exfoliating your lips before application is key, if you want it to apply smoothly. These don’t work as well if you apply lip balm under them, and applying lip gloss over tends to make them wear off unevenly, in my experience. I don’t bother with lipliner when using these, personally, as feathering and bleeding really hasn’t been an issue.