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Move over, pricey MAC haul — I've finally discovered the best drugstore lipstick. I'm a self-proclaimed dupe-finder for all the beauty lovers out there who simply can't drop a huge amount of money on new makeup products, especially ones like lipstick that eventually expire. Since I'm 100% against using old makeup and 100% for affordable alternatives, I'd rather chat your ear off about the drugstore finds I'm using consistently these days.
In my opinion, the best drugstore lipstick is the Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lipstick! Coming from one of the OG beauty brands, its formula was surprising, because I almost expected it to fail. It sounds silly, but drugstore brands can be a total hit or miss! That is, before social media started buzzing about how good they can truly be.
Since this drugstore lipstick passed my tests, here's everything you need to know about it — including why l'll keep buying it and all the other best drugstore lipsticks I love!
What is the Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink lipstick used for?
Jasmine Williams
Anyone can say that their lipstick is the "best," but given everyone has different experiences with it, that's not always true. So, what's the tea on this SuperStay Matte Ink formula? According to the brand's notes on Amazon, here's what you can expect to this lipstick to do:
- Glide on easily because of the "unique arrow application."
- Provide a "perfectly matte" finish.
- Remain "smudge-free" for up to "16 hours."
It sounds like a lot of fluff if you've never tried the formula before, so I scrolled through the comment section to see what other customers think.
What are other customers saying about the Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink lipstick?
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Most of the customer reviews I read through on Amazon were extremely thorough, so here are the most promising ones that stood out the most:
- "I am really hooked on this lipstick! It's very long wearing and it's super gentle on my lips...Let me address some common complaints among other reviewers and why I think they're wrong...Oil takes this stuff off quite easily, so do some makeup wipes...Secondly, I do agree that this product is very sticky. I have found that I can put my Mac lipgloss on over top and now it's not sticky anymore!"
- "I’ve purchased this longevity wand type lipstick a few times and I like the texture and staying power. Sometimes I put another glossy lipstick over if it seems drying however it stays very nicely for the day."
- "This is my first time purchasing this brand. When I say it last all day, it doesn't come off until you take it off! Some might see this as bothersome, but having it stay on until I need it off is the greatest thing."
- My Favorite Review: "I put it on at around 3:30 pm and fell asleep with it on cause it was a busy night, it was still on the next morning. I had to use multiple makeup remover wipes and wash my face with a good makeup remover to get it off."
My Review For The Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lipstick
Jasmine Williams
I used to be terrified of wearing 'nude' lip colors because I thought they would be too much of a contrast against my complexion, but watching a few YouTube tutorials nipped my fear in the bud. I make the 'Seductress' shade work for me by lining my lips with a dark brown liner. Once I did that, I immediately fell for the way this drugstore lipstick looks on me. It's to the point where I actually can't stop wearing lip combo — it's so easy to apply and takes less than two minutes to set!
How long does the Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lipstick last?
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Before I started applying gloss over my nude lip combo, I wanted to test two very important things:
- If this matte lipstick could pass the smudge-proof test. (I've tried other brands, and they haven't always stayed in place — especially when eating or drinking something — so I was skeptical.)
- How long it actually lasts, smudge-proof or not. I mean, who among us hasn't gotten home after an evening out to find their lipstick basically non-existent?
Like one of the customer reviews suggested, the lipstick ended come off a little after eating pasta and pizza, so it's not 100% "smudge-free." Given that, I only had to reapply this lipstick once throughout an eight-hour day — which isn't a huge deal to me because it takes less than 30 seconds to reapply it. The best way I get it to stay put is by applying lip gloss and a teeny amount of setting spray over it!
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Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lipstick
Lately, I've even been adding the Maybelline Lifter Gloss in the shade 'Stone' as a way to truly lock in the color of this drugstore lipstick. It highlights the 'Seductress' shade of the Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lipstick which is only a plus for me!
For just $11 (with many shades on sale for less on Amazon), I think this product is absolutely worth buying multiple times!
More Of The Best Drugstore Lipsticks, From My Experience
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The Lip Bar Vegan Matte Liquid Lipstick
When I'm in the mood for a universal red lipstick that has the best color payoff, I always turn to The Lip Bar's 'Bawse Lady.' She's a gorgeous blue-red that highlights all undertones without making anyone looked washed out.
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Revlon Colorstay Limitless Matte Lipstick
I discovered Revlon's Colorstay formula while browsing for a deeper, darker lipstick for fall, and it does not disappoint! It's another vegan product that has triple hyaluronic acid and up-cycled cranberry extract in it, so it literally feels like you're not wearing anything on your lips!
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Milani Color Fetish Matte Lipstick
The word 'Fetish' may be off-putting, but don't write this lipstick off because of the name! I typically wear this when I don't want to wait for a liquid lipstick to dry. It's super velvety and also contains hyaluronic acid in it to help keep your lips moisturized.
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NYX Smooth Whip Matte Lip Cream
Last but not least, NYX has never let me down in the lipstick department before. If I'm truly shopping on a budget, I'll reach for the Smooth Whip Matte Lip Cream because it glides on my lips like butter. It's soft and has a gorgeous color payoff that makes me feel like it's comparable to the best lipstick I swear by.
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