5 Best... Pink Lipsticks!

I don’t think any lipstick collection is complete without a nice pink. Here’s a round-up of some of my current favourites!

Note: The black background is faux fur!

Lustre Lipstick in “Lovelorn” (MAC)

MAC claims this lustre lipstick leaves a “lustrous finish”, and they couldn’t be more right!

Lovelorn is a gorgeous soft pink lipstick that strikes the right balance between gloss-like shine, and a pleasing amount of pigment.

The formula is comfortable, and although it isn’t incredibly long lasting, it doesn’t stain lips or become flaky when worn for a long time.

PROS

Good balance between pigment/ shine
Comfortable

CONS

Not transfer proof
Not incredibly long lasting

Price: $18.50 (USD) / $23.00 (CAD) / €19.50 (EUR) / £17.50 (GBP)

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Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm In “Pudgy Peony” (Clinique)

Clinique’s Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm is a great choice if you’re looking for a low-maintenance lip balm with a pleasing punch of colour.

Although this balm’s colour isn’t incredibly long-lasting (nor is it a stain), it’s a nice item to keep in your purse for those days when you’re on the go and just need a quick but classy refresher to your look. The Pudgy Peony shade gives off the effect of having eaten a high-end strawberry freezie or slurpee.

PROS

Good colour payoff (for a balm)
Moisturizing

CONS

Difficult to apply precisely
Colour not long lasting

Price: $18.50 (USD) / $23.00 (CAD) / €19.50 (EUR) / £17.50 (GBP)

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Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick in “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” (Marc Jacobs)

If you’re not averse to shelling out a large sum for minimal (but marvellous) product, Le Marc Lip Crème Lipstick is a formula that is comfortable and easy to apply.

In particular, the colour Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is a soft rose colour that helps warm up cool-toned complexions.

Alternatively, Infamous would be another pink-based option that would flatter warmer-toned complexions.

PROS

Comfortable formula
Long-wearing

CONS

Heavily scented (could be a pro for some)
Expensive

Price: $39.00 (USD) / $32.00 (CAD) / €26.85 (EUR) / £23.00 (GBP)

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Frog Prince (Lipstick Queen)

Frog Prince is the classier and more mature version of the colour changing balms some of us used as kids.

The balm, which becomes a specific colour of pink based on your pH, is universally flattering on any wearer. I really love the formula, and find it leaves a pleasing stain after the initial “shine” wears off.

For a natural looking “pink” shade, rest assured that this one is a good pick!

PROS

Moisturizing
Fun to use (I love seeing people’s faces when I pull out the green colour)

CONS

Leaves a stain (could be a pro for some)
Expensive (for a balm)

Price: $25.00 (USD) / $33.45 (CAD) / €24.00 (EUR) / £22.00 (GBP)

Creamy Matte Lip Paint in “Twerk” (Tarte)

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Tarte’s Creamy Matte Lip Paint is great for those who crave the longevity of a liquid lipstick, but dread its drying effects.

The shade “Twerk” is a lovely raspberry pink that, while bold, is still quite easy to wear. The shade has a nice richness that I find very flattering in the fall.

PROS