The Best Lipstick Sets

BestLand Matte Liquid Lipstick Set

Go to the matte

This set of six matte shades delivers long-lasting wear.

Best Overall

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Each of these six lipsticks has high-intensity pigment for a bold and beautiful look. The formula is expertly crafted to give you a bright, matte finish that will last all day — all without drying out your lips or giving you that dreaded, flaky look. It’s even waterproof and won’t smudge or rub off on glasses, giving you a velvety, perfectly painted look all day and night.

Pros:

• The set includes six natural red and pink shades that are ideal for daily wear
• It’s designed to be long-lasting, so you don’t have to worry about constantly reapplying
• The matte style doesn’t dry out your lips, preventing them from getting chapped

Cons:

• The colors look different in person than they do online
• Only the box comes sealed, not the individual lipstick tubes

Chom Princessa Aloe Mood Lipstick

In living color

Pick and choose your favorite lipstick from this twelve-piece set with bright and cheery hues.

Best Value

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Though they look like bright and vivid rainbow hues in the tube, each of these lipsticks goes on as a sheer tint to lend a naturally flushed look to your lips. The moisturizing formula keeps your lips soft and smooth and won’t leave them looking cakey or dry. It even stays in place most of the day, so you aren’t worried about running to the bathroom to reapply every few hours.

Pros:

• Moisturizing formula to keep your lips looking full and smooth
• The tubes are long-lasting, so you don’t have to replace them often
• It gives you a subtle pink tint to your lips for a natural look

Cons:

• Though the tubes look like rainbow lipstick, they all go on with a pink tint
• You may have to reapply after eating

NYX Lip Lingerie Matte Liquid Lipstick Set

In the nude

This six-piece set gives you the perfect color to match any skintone.

Best Neutral Shades

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This lip kit serves up six neutral shades that are the perfect finishing touch to your makeup routine. The silky matte formula goes on smooth for a creamy look and is easy to apply, so you don’t have to worry about smears or smudges. Choose from six varied shades of brown and nude to find one that best suits your skin tone or blend multiple shades together to achieve a totally custom look.

Pros:

• The formula is long-lasting, so you don’t have to reapply throughout the day
• Each lipstick has a creamy matte finish for a modern look
• All of NYX’s products are cruelty-free and never tested on animals

Cons:

• If you don’t close the tubes completely, the lipsticks will dry out over time
• It doesn’t dry completely on your lips and stays somewhat tacky throughout the day

Revlon Super Lustrous Matte Lipstick

Triple threat

These three must-have shades are ideal for daily wear.

Best Classic

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With a nude, light pink, and burgundy shade, this set has your lipstick bases covered. The silky matte formula will keep your lips hydrated, giving you a luxe and stylish final look that’s totally effortless. Infused with agave, moringa oil, and cupuaçu butter, the lipstick is designed to keep your lips soft and smooth, so you don’t have to worry about clumps or flakes ruining your final look. Plus, the sleek and stylish tube is small enough to take with you anywhere for fast and easy touchups.

Pros:

• The three shades are all versatile colors you can wear almost anywhere
• Hydrating formula made with moringa oil, agave, and cupuaçu butter
• They have a silky matte finish for a lustrous look

Cons:

• The colors may look different on your lips than they do in the tube
• It’s not as long-lasting as some other lipstick formulas

Ownest Matte Velvety Liquid Lipstick Set

The full spectrum

Never run out of options with this twenty-four-piece matte set.

Best Variety

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From vibrant purple and vivid teal to muted and natural pink hues, this set has colors across the entire spectrum. With a combination of matte and glossy products, you can mix and match the shades to create the perfect custom color of your dreams. Each of the lipsticks is long-lasting, waterproof, and hydrating, so you can simply apply once in the morning. Even if you eat or drink throughout the day, it’s formulated not to budge for a low-maintenance, high-impact lip color you’ll love.

Pros:

• The kit includes 20 matte and four glossy liquid lipsticks for added variety
• There are 24 different shades, including neutral, pink, red, and purple options
• It’s designed to last all day to avoid reapplication

Cons:

• The applicators aren’t very durable and may break
• Even once it’s dried, the lipstick stays sticky, which can be uncomfortable

Frequently Asked Questions

Does lipstick expire?

Yes. Even when unopened, lipstick only lasts anywhere between two and five years.

Is lipstick edible?

Lipstick is not edible. However, if you accidentally consume the small amount you apply to your lips with regular use, you shouldn’t worry. Because it is such a small quantity, it’s unlikely that it will make you ill.

Does lipstick moisturize lips?

Some lipstick contains moisturizing ingredients like vitamin E or hydrating oils. Others, and especially matte lipsticks, sometimes have drying ingredients that can remove moisture.