10 best matte lipsticks for extra sensual lips By Anit Jyothi George Updated On May 02, 2019

Have you ever wished to have glamorous lips as that of B-town celebrities? Flawless skin, shiny hair and glossy lips are not just meant for people leading an opulent lifestyle. Your lips are the most attractive feature on your face. Hence, a lipstick should be an essential product in your handbag to carry around.

Buying a lipstick is not always easy. Today, there are different brands and shades to choose between. Next time when you buy a lipstick, try one that has a matte finish. A matte lipstick leaves your lips with a velvety texture, without making it too shiny. Here we list down the best matte lipstick shades available in the Indian market:

1. MAC MATTE LIPSTICK VELVET TEDDY

You gonna get sexy lips with this bestselling Velvet Teddy matte lipstick from MAC. This shade is a great everyday wear and does not accentuate lips’ dry patches, and eliminates pigmentation. Though Velvet Teddy looks creamy, it hydrates the lips throughout the day.

Price: Rs. 1650

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How to apply: You can apply MAC matte velvet teddy directly to the lips. To give a complete finish, it is suggested to use a similar colour lip-liner, and you will see the difference.

Ideal for: This unique colour is advisable for fair and medium skin types.

Result: This everyday lipstick leaves your lips with a non-drying finish and a smooth finish. The moisturizing capacity stays for more than 5 hours. MAC Matte Velvet Teddy appears more beautiful during daylight.

Pros Original matte finish, non-shiny, non-sticky

Moisturizing

Creamy rich formula and smooth finish

Intense colour payoff, pigment-rich

Easy to apply, long lasting Cons Inappropriate for dark skin

When removed, lips may get dry

2. L'OREAL PARIS COLOR RICHE MOIST MATTE LIPSTICK

Add a touch of glamour to your lips. With a velvet matte finish, this L'Oreal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick gives intense moisture to the lips. Jojoba oil and deep pigments with matte gel technology deliver a deep colour with a very light feeling. It glides so smoothly on your lips.

MRP: Rs. 750 | Sale: Rs. 525

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How to apply: If needed, you can prepare your lips with a light lip balm, before applying L'Oreal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick. Then slowly glide the lipstick from centre to outer edges of the upper lips, followed by the lower lips. Apply over entire lips.

Ideal for: This shade is ideal for daily wear and suits on any skin types. You can easily pick the right shade suitable for your skin tone.

Result: The vibrant colour and ultra-moisturizing jojoba oil give a soft touch to the lips. The matte gel technology leaves your lips a smooth finish.

Pros Delivers intense moisture

Velvet matte finish, matte gel technology

Combines deep pigments with jojoba oil

Deep colour pay-off

12 different colours to choose from Cons Not waterproof

Lips slightly dry up after 4-5 hours because of the matte finish

3. LAKME ABSOLUTE MATTE LIPSTICK

Comes in a metallic grey packaging, this Absolute Matte lipstick plum spell shade is both sleek and elegant. The matte texture leaves smooth and shiny lips for a longer period. It glides smoothly on the lips and keeps you away from chapped lips.

Price: Rs. 798

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How to apply: Start applying Lakme Absolute Matte Lipstick from the centre part of the upper lips. Slowly glide towards the outer edges. Carefully apply on the contours. Then glide across the lower lip.

Ideal for: Lakme brings the Absolute Matte Lipstick for people of all skin types. From a range of collection in different shades, you can choose the right product.

Result: You get an expert look and glorious, sculpted lips with a single stroke of Lakme Absolute Matte. Moreover, you experience a lasting matte finish with this hi-definition lipstick, leaves you a professional feel.

Pros The most recommended vibrant matte collection from Lakme

Excellent matte finish

Available in 20 dramatic shades

Formulated with Vitamin E and Wheat Oil extracts

Maintains soft, smooth and silky lips

Creamy texture, non-drying, and long-lasting formula Cons Not waterproof

Not preferable for dry lips

4. COLORBAR VELVET MATTE LIPSTICK

Colorbar address all young girls and elegant women with its popular collection of velvet matte lipsticks! The unique creamy, matte texture and finish leaves the lips moisturized with Vitamin E for a longer period. Available in more than 25 stunning shades, Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipsticks have super softening agents and stays on up to 5 hours without making the lips dry.

MRP: Rs. 325 | Sale: Rs. 244

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How to apply: The application of Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick can be further accentuated by using a lip-liner and a lip-gloss. Choose a suitable lip liner and line the edges of the lips. Then gently apply Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick on the upper and lower lips, and then press them together. Using a lip brush, spread the colour precisely across the lips.

Ideal for: Dark shades of Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipsticks are ideal for fair skin tones. Other shades suit for all skin types. Even there are attractive shades available for people with dusky skin tone.

Result: The application of Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick leaves you with soft and shiny lips. The daily wear lipsticks have great pigmentation.

Pros Unique 2-in-1 formulation gives a creamy and matte finish

Nourishes the lips with Vitamin E

Stays up to 5 hours

Intensely pigmented, non-drying

No budging or feathering

Attractive silver case, affordable price Cons Lip balm required to avoid drying for some people

The smell might be annoying

Some may not appreciate the shiny matte finish

5. MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLOR SENSATIONAL POWDER MATTE LIPSTICK

Create your own style statement with this matte collection from Maybelline New York. With 10 shades, Maybelline New York Color Sensational Powder Matte Lipsticks are ultra-lightweight and ultra-smooth. These new-generation powder matte lipsticks from the house of Maybelline just make you fall in love!

MRP: Rs. 299 | Sale: Rs. 269

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How to apply: Apply Maybelline New York Color Sensational Powder Matte Lipstick at the centre of the upper lip, following the contours of the mouth. Then gently glide it across the lower lip.

Ideal for: Maybelline brings its Color Sensational Powder Matte Lipsticks for people of all skin types. Fair, medium and dusky complexion people have different matte lipstick shades under Maybelline’s pocket.

Result: Different shades offer a different impact. You can achieve an amazing effect with 4 times saturated powder pigments along with honey nectar. Once applied, you see highly polished lips.

Pros Creamy matt, suitable for every skin tone

Ultra powdery matte stick technology

Intense colour pay-off

Honey nectar

Some lipstick shades enrich your natural lip colour

Great collection of light and dark texture

Decent lasting power, highly-pigmented, non-drying Cons Makes dry lips even drier

For some people, it leaves patchy and crumby lips

6. REVLON SUPER LUSTROUS MATTE LIPSTICK

Revlon too brings matte finish lipsticks with its super lustrous collection. The Super Lustrous collection from world’s iconic lipstick brand presents gorgeous beauty in 80 beautiful shades. The high-impact colour and microfine pigments give a moisturizing formula.

MRP: Rs. 699 | Sale: Rs. 594

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How to apply: In order to get the best result, apply this lipstick from centre to contours of the mouth. Dab it with a tissue, and then apply another coat. Without a lip balm, it looks attractive.

Ideal for: Revlon Super Lustrous Matte Lipsticks are best suitable for winter. Shades are available for all skin tones. From a vast variety of shades, you can pick a flattering shade that is compatible with your skin type. Super Lustrous collection is highly preferable for Asian skin tones.

Result: You get highly moisturized lips for 5 to 6 hours. Proper application conceals lips’ pigmentation. The creamy smooth lipstick glides easily on the lips. With just two swipes, you get 100% colour.

Pros Rich in colour with micro-fine pigments

Great pigmentation, Creamy matte

Lasts for 5 to 6 hours

More than 70 shades complement any skin tone

Nin-drying and non-bleeding Cons Lips get dried during summer

Colour variations happen

7. NARS PURE MATTE LIPSTICK TONKIN

NARS Pure Matte Lipsticks are the best hydrating lip treatment. While moisturizing, they give a vivid colour disposition to your lips. The mango butter in the lipstick ensures additional comfort. Other key features include high-colour payoff, ultra-pigmented and long-lasting formula.

MRP: Rs. 8,999 | Sale: Rs. 5,388

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How to apply: Use a lip-liner, preferably NARS lip-liner, which complements your NARS Pure Matte Lipstick. Once you give an outer lining, apply the pure matte lipstick from the center to edges.

Ideal for: These lipsticks are ideal for Asian skin tone. You can wear it on any occasion.

Result: NARS Pure Matte lipstick moisturizes and soothes your lips. The creamy texture glides easily on to the lips. Two coats give adequate brightness.

Pros Wild mango butter gives advanced moisturizing

Enriched with vitamin E & Aai oil

Long-lasting

Creamy matte finish

Ideal for any occasion Cons Causes dry lips for some people

Not ideal for chapped lips

Expensive

8. NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP MATTE LIPSTICK

Choose your ideal lipstick shade from a great range of colours. NYX Professional Makeup Matte Lipsticks come in more than 10 different shades. It gives you shockingly smooth lips with amazing staying capacity. The silky matte texture gives a non-drying formula.

MRP: Rs. 625 | Sale: Rs. 469

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How to apply: If needed, you can use a lip-liner or a li-gloss before applying NYX Professional Makeup Matte Lipstick. Apply the lipstick from centre to outer edges of the upper lips, followed by the lower lips. Then spread the colour precisely. You will get smooth silky lips.

Ideal for: NYX brings lipstick shades for all skin tones. It is an everyday wear.

Result: You get a high fashion matte finish with rich coloured lips. For a quite long period, you get moisturized and glossy lips.

Pros Ensures a non-drying silky matte finish

Highly pigmented lipstick

A range of fresh hues

Long-lasting and moisturizing

Many lipstick shades to choose from Cons Immediately washes out for some people

Not good for winter

9. FACES ULTIME PRO LONG-WEAR MATTE LIPSTICK

Faces Ultime Pro Long Wear Matte Lipsticks come with an unbeatable gliding feature. With just a few touches, your lips are coloured in the pure matte finish. The creamy texture moisturizes the lips and the solid colour stays for more than 8 hours. What else do you need to celebrate? Vitamin E and anti-aging oxidants make these lipsticks more preferable for a large group of people.

MRP: Rs. 799 | Sale: Rs. 559

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How to apply: You can pick your shade as per your choice. Accordingly, you can apply deep shade or light undertone. Apply two swipes for a brighter colour. You get shin lips if you apply your favourite gloss over this Long Wear Matte Lipstick.

Ideal for: The shades of Faces Ultime Pro Long Wear Matte Lipsticks are ideal for any skin tones. The great shades are best suitable for evening parties, outings, etc.

Result: Application of Faces Ultime Pro Long Wear Matte Lipstick leaves sensual and sophisticated lips for more than 8 hours!

Pros Nourishes the lips with Vitamin E and anti-aging oxidants

Stays for 8 hours

Creamy matte texture

Waterproof

A range of lipstick shades Cons Highlights dry patches after meals

Slightly difficult to remove the stain

10. INGLOT MATTE LIPSTICK

This opaque super matte lipstick (Pink) is an ideal wear for any occasion. It contains Vitamin E, macadamia oil, and avocado oil to nourish your lips and give perfect moisturizing. Long-lasting formula leaves a soft, smooth and shiny finish.

Price: Rs. 1350

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How to apply: The lipstick easily glides over the lips. You can directly apply it without a line. If you have dry lips, apply a lip balm first and then proceed with the lipstick. To last longer, blot with a tissue, and swipe again.

Ideal for: This simple but elegant shade is highly recommended for people with fair skin tone. The product is not recommended for olive skin tones. You can wear it for any party or at the office.

Result: Essential oils deliver moisturized lips. Since the shade is highly pigmented, it gives full coverage with just two swipes.

Pros Nourishes the lips with Vitamin E, macadamia oil, and avocado oil

Long-lasting formula

Ideal matte finish Cons Not suitable for olive skin tones

Requires lip balm for dry lips

Expensive

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