new generation

What exactly do we look for in a lipstick? One that feels weightless and comfortable on our puckers; one that is super saturated so all you need is just one single swipe for good colour payoff; one that actually lasts even after meals and most importantly; one that’s hydrating enough so our lips won’t start cracking midday. Sounds tricky, huh? With so many brands releasing new lippies (from tints to crayons and liquid lipsticks), it’s not impossible to find one that checks all the boxes. Ahead, two that surpass expectations.

new generation

Dior’s new Ultra Rouge is said to be the first that works exactly like how a tattoo would. Yes, it stays on — don’t worry, not permanently — while still providing comfort thanks to its weightless texture. Its creamy formula and vibrant colour pigments are also key features to note thanks to a polymer, which when combined with a plant oil, offers deep hydration and lasts for a reported 12 hours.

Catering to meet the demands of the modern woman, creative director of Dior makeup Peter Philips decided to create a new texture and formula that would suit the needs and wants of women today. In 26 different shades, the lipsticks are packaged in an elegant red coloured case — which we feel doubles up as a darn good IG photo prop. Additionally, the new series pays an ode to the colour red with four It shades Ultra Love, Ultra Shock, Ultra Star and Ultra Dior (my personal favourite).

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Another lippie we are loving now is Shu Uemura’s Matte Supreme. Launching in October, this new matte liquid lipstick comes in 15 shades and features a lightweight formula that will change the way you buy your next matte lipstick.

While many liquid lipsticks may feel quite heavy on your puckers, this wears exactly like an ink — weightless, slightly watery and super pigmented. It also dries down to a smudge-resistant formula and features its Clearlast Polymer, which helps prevent colour bleeding. The best part? Immediately after application, water and other volatile agents evaporate, leaving a thin film on your lips (which, if we may add, stains your puckers really well) and the pigments are left more concentrated for great colour payoff. Besides this godsent formula, the ergonomic applicator fits the curve of your lips for an easy, fuss-free and precise application.

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