Face masks may have given way to dramatic eye makeup, but nothing will ever replace a great statement lipstick. The newest launches are tailored to our pandemic lifestyles, with stay-put formulas and balm-like moisturizing properties. And with new limited-edition shades of tried-and-true favorites, you might actually be excited to put on makeup or your next Zoom meeting. Intrigued? Here is our edit of the best new lipsticks you have to try before summer.
Lip Souffle Matte Cream Lipstick
You can thank Selena Gomez for this dreamy pink-lavender liquid lipstick from her fantastic new makeup line, Rare Beauty. Its addictive, whipped texture dries to a matte finish, while vitamin E keeps lips from drying out.
Beauty Bakerie Matte Lip Whip
For those who simply can’t go without a bold lip, this smudge-proof, waterproof red stands up to just about anything (even double-masking).
Hyaluronic Happikiss Lipstick Balm
Leave it to Charlotte Tilbury to infuse the hydrating power of hyaluronic acid into a lip color. It may technically be a balm, but don’t be fooled by the name—Happipetal and the other seven shades are as pigmented as any lipstick in your makeup bag.
Posh Lipstick
The softest, silkiest, most plush lipsticks in a range of gorgeous nudes (and one bright red!) from Victoria Beckham’s clean makeup line.
Matte lipsticks have a bad reputation for being drying and dense. This innovative formula from Maybelline gives you the color payoff and long-wear of a matte lipstick without any weight.
Jason Wu has designed clothes for the likes of Michelle Obama and Meghan Markle, and now he has a gorgeous (and affordable!) makeup line complete with matte, blendable, universally flattering lipsticks. Our current fave? Jelly Roll, this creamy mauve.
Light on Lip Lipstick
Once you try one of these buildable, balm-like lip colors, you’ll want to collect them all. This sheer coral, called Sorbet Pink, is a good place to start for sunnier days.