Style 14 Long-Lasting Lipsticks That Won't Bleed Into Fine Lines or Wrinkles By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on August 1, 2019 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Dior We're not shy about our weakness for a flutter-maximizing mascara, and we aren't ashamed to admit our borderline-concerning dependence on dark circle-busting concealer—but nothing will ever, ever compare to our love for lipstick. Why do Southern women love lipstick so?Because the woman doesn't make the mascara or the concealer, but the woman most certainly makes the lipstick. She chooses between bright red, dusty rose, and barely-there pink; she decides whether to go with matte, satin, or glossy finish. It's the ultimate beauty moment, totally customized.As we get older, lipstick can start changing its tune. Suddenly creamy formulas are bleeding into fine lines, and things start looking more melted crayon than Marilyn Monroe. That's when we know it's time to make the switch to long-lasting, matte formulas. Just a tiny tweak, it keeps your lipstick from bleeding and smudging (watch out, fine lines and wrinkled lips!).First comes prep. Follow these guidelines for how to stop lipstick from bleeding into fine lines and ensure your lipstick stays all day. Repeat after us: Exfoliate, prime, line, and powder. Next comes the formula. For that, we've rounded up the best lipsticks with major staying power. From drugstore to designer, and from bold red to pretty pink, you'll find just the age-defying lipstick to fit your style and budget.Here are the best long-wear lipsticks that don't bleed into fine line or wrinkles. Our Top Picks NARS Velvet Matte Lipstick Pencil at Nordstrom Jump to Review Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lipcolor at Amazon Jump to Review Physicians Formula Healthy Lip Velvet Lipstick at Amazon Jump to Review Maybelline Crayon Lipstick Jump to Review Clinique Pop Lip Color at Sephora Jump to Review IT Cosmetics Vitality Lip Flush at Macy's Jump to Review NYX Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie at Walmart Jump to Review Dior Rouge Dior Refillable Lipstick at Sephora Jump to Review Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick at Amazon Jump to Review Maybelline New York Creamy Matte Lip Color at Amazon Jump to Review NARS Velvet Matte Lipstick Pencil Sephora View On Nordstrom View On Sephora View On Ecosmetics.com Go-To Shade: Dolce Vita It's an icon for a reason—that being, you won't find a velvety matte finish as perfect as this lipstick pencil. Not to mention, it boasts a color range full of nudes, pinks, reds, and purples that will make you start a running must-have list. The most popular shade is undeniably this dusty rose color, with the classic reds ("Cruella" and "Dragon Girl") coming in a close second and third place. Revlon Ultra HD Matte Lipcolor Courtesy of Ulta View On Amazon View On Walmart Go-To Shade: Temptation What we love about this drugstore lippie is that it offers a soft matte finish without drying out your lips. It feels lightweight enough to forget you have it on (proceed with caution!) and will stay put through coffee and lunch. We'll vouch for that. You'll find a fun pop of color in this hot raspberry-pink shade, but Southern gals will also love the classic red, "Love." Physicians Formula The Healthy Lip Velvet Liquid Lipstick Courtesy of Ulta View On Amazon View On CVS Go-To Shade: Coral Minerals A long-wear velvet lip color that comes complete with anti-aging benefits? We'll take two! It glides on with a mousse-like texture and packs your lips with hydrating and smoothing ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamins A & E, and anti-aging peptides. This warm coral shade is basically a kicked-up version of your everyday nude. Maybelline SuperStay Ink Crayon Lipstick View on Ulta View On Amazon View On Walmart Go-To Shade: Hustle In Heels We don't always trust the new kid on the block, but this long-wear crayon lipstick deserves the attention. The precise tip helps the color glide onto your lips with ease and exactness. Stayability? Well, it's in the name. Clinique Pop Lip Color + Primer Lipstick Sephora View On Sephora Go-To Shade: Nude Pop What makes this Clinique product stand out amongst its many fan-favorites (hello, Almost Lipstick in "Black Honey!") is the built-in primer. It smoothes and moisturizes, which makes a huge difference when it comes to wrinkled lips, but does not sacrifice lasting color thanks to a modern velvet finish. This shade will be your ultimate everyday nude. IT Cosmetics Vitality Lip Flush 4-in-1 Reviver Lipstick Stain Macy's View On Macy's Go-To Shade: Pretty Woman We couldn't pick any other shade, even if just for the name. What exactly does 4-in-1 mean? Think a product that's somehow equal parts balm, lipstick, stain, and gloss. This product is formulated to have the hydration of a balm, the lasting effect of a stain, and a natural-looking flush of long-wear color. NYX Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie Courtesy of Walmart View On Walmart Go-To Shade: Embellishment Any lipstick lover will tell you: This drugstore matte color is basically heaven-sent—and on a budget, too. We'll back them up. You won't find a more reliable liquid lipstick to tote around in your purse. It's easy to apply (like a lip gloss that dries into a perfect long-wear matte finish) and comes in the most shades. Every autumn, we find ourselves stocking up on this muted mauve. Don't be fooled, though. This is as matte as it gets; don't purchase if you're really looking for a demi-matte or satin finish. Dior Rouge Dior Refillable Lipstick Sephora View On Sephora Go-To Shade: 999 (Duh!) It's an absolute, perfect true red that works on any skin tone and makes its incredible quality known upon first swipe. Basically...the holy grail of lip color. Go with the satin or matte finish—because it's not going to go anywhere, regardless. It might be Christian Dior's ultimate secret. Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick 4.7 View On Amazon View On Nordstrom View On Ulta Go-To Shade: Bacca You might recognize the name from Stila's cult-favorite eyeliner. Just like its long-wear sibling, this liquid lipstick doesn't mess around. Pair the two together, and you'll make it through any "crying while eating" situation you find yourself in, makeup fully intact. (Is that a thing?) This is the ultimate raspberry shade to rock every season. Maybelline New York Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lip Color 4.7 View On Amazon Go-To Shade: Siren in Scarlet Meet your drugstore "Dior Rouge." You don't have to pick between creamy and matte with this game-changing pick. You get long-lasting bold matte color with a surge of creamy texture. Win-win. Kosas Weightless Lip Color Lipstick Kosas View On Amazon View On Nordstrom View On Sephora Go-To Shade: Rosewater Not into matte or long-wear? Go with lip-powerhouse Kosas' barely-there sheer rose color. The hydrating formula melts pleasantly into the lips and stays all day—and the semi-translucent color won't appear smudged or bleeding. We suggest pumping up the color (and hydration!) with extra swipes throughout the day. Glossier Generation G 4.5 Glossier View On Glossier.com Go-To Shade: Cake Just when you think matte lipstick needs to look painstakingly perfect (or risk appearing all sorts of wonky and eskew), this formula comes along with an effortlessly diffused, matte wash of color. All six shades master that just-blotted look, but we favor the subtle peach for a healthy everyday flush. L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Plump and Shine Lipstick CVS View On Walmart View On CVS View On Lorealparisusa.com Go-To Shade: Guava Plump As we get older, we start losing collagen and elasticity in our face, which leads to fine lines and wrinkles. Combat those signs of aging with a formula that plumps up your lips. The result? A soft, glossy, and visibly plumped pout with a subtle flush of color. Whether you pick something sheer and colorless, or something bright and poppy, it makes a statement. Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick 4.8 View On Amazon View On Nordstrom View On Sephora Go-To Shade: Pillow Talk If you haven't heard of this iconic lipstick shade, let us introduce you. This product is nothing less than a miracle-worker. You'll find a long-lasting, buildable, and hydrating formula with a soft cashmere finish. Once you swipe on the best-selling rose-nude color, you'll never go back. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit