This is the best liquid lipstick I have found thus far. The colors are vibrant, only needing one pass (two if you're not perfect on your first try) to cover your lips. While I wouldn't say that they moisturize my lips, I will say that they do a much better job than other longwear lipsticks at keeping my lips dry. There is no smell, and the product feels almost like velvet or powder on my lips. It is matte, but you can also buy shimmer shades that give the appearance of shine (I recommend "Patina shimmer"). The applicator does a good job of making clear lines, and the product itself goes on thin, which is really nice because I've found the thicker the product, the easier and quicker it crumbles. And crumbling lip stains are never attractive.

After a few hours, there typically is some fading like others do but the difference is that it only fades, not crumbles or smears. In the attached photo I went 6 hours from application (priming my lips by washing my face with soap and water, and applying Bite sugar scrub and rinsing- my lips ain't what they used to be and I need all the help I can get making them smooth...). During those six hours I drank coffee, carbonated water from a can, took a hot shower where I briefly rinsed (not washed) my face, and ate a slice of greasy pizza. After about an hour I noticed that when I gave myself an arm hickey (for science!) there was some transfer around the outer edges. I suspect the reason is my own fault, as I applied a little more around the edges to get a crisp line; so maybe the secret is to apply a single thin coat and make sure you get it perfect the first time. You can see that it started to noticeably fade after I took a shower 2 hours after application, and faded very slowly before being forced off almost entirely by the pizza (although I estimate about 50% remained, even after that). Even after then, it still looked okay enough where I wouldn't necessarily need to reapply.

I have had this lipstick on for even longer on other occasions but wanted to show how well this product withstood abuse. I tested on the shade "Patina" which is my favorite shade that goes well with everything. Other shades I have found are just as good, although I do notice that the lighter shades don't cover as well on the first pass, so if you have darker lips you may need a second thin coat. The darker shades on the other hand appear to fade faster on the inside of the lips, but it may be that I just notice it more because it is a more obvious color. Overall, this lipstick is really nice and for now is my top choice.

I am a nurse who rarely gets a break; and I am also one of those people who constantly get lipstick on my teeth, which is why long wearing lipstick is really important to me. Before I discovered Stila, I tried several drugstore brands and while they did a great job keeping the lipstick off my teeth I was underwhelmed by their longevity. By lunchtime, regardless of what I ate or didn't, the lipstick would always crumble on the inner part, leaving me with an unintended and unatteactive lip liner. When I saw a friend wearing a Stila product I was amazed at how gorgeously pigmented the product was and how soft her lips still looked. I am in my 30's and have noticed lines already starting to appear so having a lipstick that will maintain hydration is crucial. Matte lipsticks tend to make those lines stand out, and adding a lip gloss takes away the longwear action, so what is a girl to do?

Enter Stila shimmer liquid lipstick. This product is 🔥. The product goes on light and buttery smooth, and if you aren't a shaky mess like I am, the applicator delivers a crisp line. The colors are very pigmented, needing only one (sometimes two depending on the shade) pass to obtain full coverage. What makes this product fabulous is the shimmer addition, which gives me that illusion of smoothness and shine without compromising longevity. I haven't noticed any difference in the duration of stay between the shimmer and matte products. While I haven't yet found the perfect lipstick that won't budge for an entire 12+ hour shift, this one is the closest I've found. And when it does lose its pigmentation, the loss is typically a fade starting in the middle of the pout and NOT a crumbly mess that in my case inevitably ends up on my teeth and then probably ingested. Gross.

Overall, I highly recommend this product to those looking for a good-quality longwear lipstick that delivers a little extra shine. It is pricey, so I recommend starting with a neutral shade you can wear every day (Mine is "Patina shimmer") and then working your way to the more adventurous shades at a later time.

I had a hard time choosing which color to put on here, I love so many of their colors! Hands down Stila makes the absolute best quality liquid lipstick for me. I only wear liquid lipsticks because I loathe transfer, and there's a few that I like but if stila has the color I want there is no other option. 

First off, the texture is wonderful, creamy and easy to apply with no streaky or patchy here, nice even application very quickly. Formula takes a few seconds to set, and sets evenly without that dry feeling that most liquid lips have. Scent is nice, kind of a soft vanilla-ish scent, something that matters to me since it's right under my nose. :)  Color range is EXCELLENT, they have a nice wide range of nudes and brights, and a stunning classic blue based red (besos). Packaging is nice and simple, clicks shut and I haven't had any issues with any of mine drying out.  Love these. 

This is the best liquid lipstick I have used. It is creamy, very pigmented and lasts hours. The product comes in a typical tube with wand applicator, and contains a fair amount of product. For the most part, I only need one pass to cover your lips, however, for some shades (i.e. Aria, Chianti), I need a second thin coat to get complete opacity.

It does fade, but the fade is gradual and I notice that it doesn't crumble on the inside of your lips like others tend to. Like other longwear lipsticks, this product starts to fade if you eat or drink something greasy but after putting it to the test I was surprised at how much still remained. I have medium skin and brown eyes, and my favorite everyday shades are "Patina" and "Aria" (see photos). These colors are just gorgeous and I will be buying them again when I run out.

👉One tip if you are new to Stila products is to buy a sampler set that appear around the holidays. The bottles are smaller, but contain plenty of product to last for several months. That way, you can try out a range of colors in your home environment without the commitment of buying a full size. I went out and bought Patina full size, but keep the smaller bottles for when I want to try something new. I don't need a full size bottle for just occasional use, so the smaller sizes are perfect.👈

I am normally wary of bright shades like this one, but I was pleasantly surprised with how much I love this. I originally bought it because I was looking to branch out for the summer, and I had heard good things about Stila lipsticks.

This lipstick applies so smoothly, and is not drying at all. It dries down enough to stay on throughout the day, but not so much that it accentuates every little crack and crevice in your lips. While it doesn't last fully throughout the day, it fades very naturally on your lips and is really easy to reapply. It has a basic doe foot applicator, which works well at picking up an appropriate amount of product for your lips. It looks beautiful by itself, but I like to layer a shimmery gloss on top of it to get juicy summer-y lips! 

In terms of cons, the packaging was not as cute as I would like for the price. It has a basic plastic top, which works fine but doesn't look like anything special. It also has a relatively strong smell (like stage makeup or a strong perfume). 

I would recommend this product to anyone looking for a comfortable, long-lasting matte lipstick! It is a little pricier than other drugstore options, but I think the long-lasting nature of the product makes it worth it. There are also a ton of shades in the line, which is nice for people looking to try lots of different colors!

I was looking for a creamy, moisturizing liquid lipstick when my friend Joanne recommended this one to me. After trying a few different kinds in the past I always ran into the same problem- the formula was drying and my skin would flake off throughout the day, but this one was nice and hydrating throughout the day. Only had to reapply after eating lunch but great lasting formula.

I’ve always thought very highly of Stila’s liquid lipsticks. When I was browsing Ulta, I picked up this liquid lipstick in the shade Splendore. It applies smoothly and dries evenly. I was very impressed with how long lasting the formula is. I would absolutely recommend this lip product! The shade Splendore is my absolute favorite.

Let me tell you, I am not a neutral nude kinda gal but this was given to me and I thought I’d give it a shot. Initially I was apprehensive, I’m sure this is a nudies’ dream but I wasn’t sold until I did a full face of make up and added a little bit of this on the lips which I smudged with my finger. I found my perfect neutral nude because it doesn’t wash me out. The formula is very liquidy and dries very matte but just add some gloss and you’re set.

I got this liquid lip as a Christmas gift! I think the color pay off is great, a little goes a long way with this product. The shade isn’t quite for me, but I would definitely look into the other shades. It also glides on nicely and isn’t overly drying. The one down side for me is the scent. It’s a very sweet almost cupcake-y scent, and in my opinion, it is a little too much for me. Otherwise, I would definitely recommend this!

This is by far one of my favorite lipsticks. My tried and true. Rich in color. Smooth and doesn’t really dry out my lips too badly as it is a matte finish. Doesn’t matter if I have a full face of makeup or very little makeup. It always looks good.