On This Lipstick Day, How Many Lipsticks Are Too Many Lipsticks?

Bengaluru: Although there have been many dubious cosmetics trends throughout the years, lipstick has stood the test of time. A single tube of lipstick has the ability to completely alter your mood, whether it’s a tried-and-true classic red colour or a demure pale shade. There is no better time to express some love to our ride-or-dies than on National Lipstick Day, which is tomorrow. For The Balcony Stories, I have made a list of the best new releases that are naked, bold and beautiful.

The Eco-Conscious Enthusiast’s Delight – Colobar’s Take Me As I Am Lip Color

Are you looking for an eco-conscious solution in your beauty routine, too? Discover the ultimate lipstick that combines intense colour payoff with an eco-friendly ethos: Colorbar’s Take Me As I Am. This ground-breaking creation is not just any ordinary lipstick; it’s a true innovation in the beauty industry. Prepare to be captivated by its refillable design, making it the first of its kind. But that’s not all—this lipstick boasts a vegan formulation that is highly pigmented and long-lasting, ensuring your lips look stunning all day long. Featuring an exquisite range of 20 shades, meticulously divided into two variants—Creme and Matte. Let your lips steal the spotlight while you radiate eco-consciousness. Priced at INR 999, Colorbar’s Take Me As I Am is the ideal choice for both a flawless pout and a mindful lifestyle.

A Flawless Curation For Those With Exquisite Tastes – Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick on Kult App

Let your lips do all the talking as you befriend this global bestseller! The Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick on Kult App gives a cream to matte finish that helps you cop the picture-perfect pout. It doesn’t settle into the cracks on the lips and instead gives a smooth finish that looks luxe and lush in equal parts. To add a bit of extra care to your lips, it contains a complex of jojoba, apricot and sunflower oils. The ‘Bawse’ shade is a hue of deep red for when you want to make a bold statement. Also, a huge shout out to the teardrop applicator that dismisses the need for a lip pencil. Priced at Rs. 2,500/-, find the complete Samshbox Always On Lipstick range on Kult App.

For the Lipstick Lover with a Quirky Twist –  Modicare’s Urban Color London Irresistible Matte Lipcolor

A pure matte perfection created with pure matte powder pigments and botanical extracts, this lipstick boasts a soft, lightweight texture that feels incredibly comfortable all day long. Experience the magic of long-lasting wear, lasting up to 10 hours, giving you round-the-clock confidence. With just a single stroke, indulge in mischievous matte vibrancy and enjoy full coverage that stays put. Rest assured, this cruelty-free, dermatologically tested, 100% vegan, and paraben-free range offers 12 rich shades, each priced at an attractive MRP of Rs. 1250/-. And the cherry on top? Infused with wild mango butter, it repairs, protects, and hydrates your lips, ensuring hours of lip perfection. Unlock the allure of irresistible matte beauty with Urban Color London’s Irresistible Matte Lipcolor.

For the Pro-Planet Beauty Lover – Amala Earth Hydra-Matte Lipstick

Introducing Hydra Matte Lipstick, where earth-friendly beauty meets nourishing elegance! Formulated with natural ingredients like jojoba and argan oil, this lipstick moisturizes and softens your lips while giving you a statement matte finish. Crafted with 100% natural ingredients and free from parabens, it’s a planet-friendly choice that enhances your beauty without compromising on sustainability. Elevate your look with confidence, knowing you’re making an eco-conscious choice. Available on Amala Earth and priced at Rs. INR 1,035, embrace conscious living with Hydra Matte Lipstick and let your lips speak for themselves while caring for the environment.

The Dream Come True For ‘Beauty-On-The-Go’ Lovers – Colorbar’s Sinful Lip and Cheek Tint

Elevate your natural beauty with a versatile product that effortlessly creates a meadow-fresh, semi-sheer perfection with Colorbar’s Multi-Taker Lip and Cheek Tint. This exceptional formula is designed to enhance your everyday minimal and subtle makeup look, offering a harmonious blend of convenience and elegance. Its cream-to-powder finish mousse glides on effortlessly, enveloping your skin with a velvety, soft, and smooth texture that enhances your features with a touch of sophistication. It not only imparts hydration but also soothes and rejuvenates your skin, leaving it with a supple and radiant texture. Let Colorbar’s Sinful Lip and Cheek Tint be your go-to companion for achieving a fresh and flawless look. Embrace the beauty of simplicity and revel in the seamless application and long-lasting results at INR 1,200.

The Moisture Bomb for the Empowered Femme Fatale  – Simply Nam Hydrating Lip Butter Lipstick on Kult App

If the fear of crusty lips is keeping you away from matte lipsticks, the Hydrating Lip Butter Lipstick by Simply Nam just the pick for you. It combines the comfort of a lip salve with the colour pay-off of a creamy lipstick, making it an everyday essential. It is a powerhouse of moisture, thanks to its ingredients like squalane and jojoba oil, rendering a velvet matte finish. Priced at Rs. 1299/-, this liquid gold is available in luscious shades including all time favoruite Rani. Grab this lipstick on Kult App and visit Kult Kafe for the trendiest makeup inspiration!

The All-Day Lipstick Companion for the Adventurous One – Modicare’s Urban Color London Power Matte Transfer Proof Liquid Lipcolor

Experience high coverage, no feathering, and dramatic color. This lipcolor delivers intensely pigmented shades in just one swipe, ensuring bold and beautiful look. The pillow-like cushion applicator allows for precise and streak-free application, while the lightweight formula offers a comfortable wear throughout the day, lasting up to 8 hours. Dermatologically tested, 100% vegan, and cruelty-free, it’s available in 18 vibrant shades and priced at MRP of Rs. 499/-. Elevate your lip game with Modicare Urban Color London Power Matte Transfer Proof Liquid Lipcolor!

LoveChild Masaba Luxe Matte Lipstick

Rekindle your childhood memories with our “Paan-tastic” wine lipstick colour. This Deep wine lipstick hue reflects the essence of those irresistible paan-flavored toffees. The creamy matte composition of Wine Lipstick creates a lush velvet matte finish, while Vitamin E provides antioxidant and nourishing benefits. Cocoa butter and moisturising jojoba oil keep your lips nourished, soft, and smooth. With this beautiful deep wine lipstick, embrace your inner child and enjoy the instant reminiscence.

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution

Charlotte’s Look of Love Lipsticks are inspired by the magical, beauty-morphing power of love, joy and happiness. A bouquet of dreamy, rosebud kisses for the prettiest, most beautiful-looking lips! The anti-oxidant lipstick tree and orchid extract helps to soften and condition- 3D glowing pigments create a wash of intense colour. It is long-lasting, hydrating and moisturising. This product is vegan-friendly.

Kay Beauty Matteinee Matte Lip Crayon

Kay Beauty Matteinee lip crayon combines unrivalled 18 hour long stay and extreme matte finish with ultra comfort. This smudge proof lip crayon delivers a high colour payoff while feeling weightless on the lips making your lips feel feathery soft and light. The overachieving lip crayon is 100% waterproof and sweatproof so your lip hue stays intact when the sun goes up. Enriched with the miraculous Marula and good for you Chamomile oil, the lip crayon ensure to keep your lips well hydrated and nourished while you are looking glam. Housed in Kay’s classic monogram, it comes in 24 attractive shades from barely there nudes to high drama hues, specially curated for all Indian beauties.

Happy Lipstick Day, you Lovlies!