11 Long-Lasting Lipsticks for Fade-Proof Color

Ahead, we’ve rounded up some of the best transfer-proof lipsticks that deliver across every skin tone, finish and price point.

MAC Cosmetics Locked Kiss 24hr Lipstick

Think your lipstick can survive a full 24 hours? MAC’s long-lasting formula is up for the challenge, taking you seamlessly from 9 a.m. meetings to late-night dance floors. Bremer describes this pick as comfortable, gliding on without tugging thanks to passion fruit oil. Plus, it offers high-intensity pigment. “It is also a very easy formula to achieve a lip stain look when you just dab it on and blend with your fingers, or you can fully coat your lips in one swipe for full coverage,” she says. As a pro tip, Bremer advises letting the product set for two minutes and then blotting your lips to ensure it stays super transfer-proof.

Chanel Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue

If you’re into glossy lips but refuse to deal with smudges, Chanel’s liquid lip duo is your answer. One end delivers bold, stay-all-day colour, while the other locks in shine with a glassy, hydrating top coat. Pro makeup artist Emily Gray considers Chanel’s Le Rouge Duo Tenue in a class of its own when it comes to liquid lipsticks. “Thanks to its impressive high-shine finish,” Gray previously told Vogue, “the only thing you need to refresh your lips is the clear gloss throughout the day.” Gray stresses just one golden rule for this pick: Let your base coat dry completely before swiping on the gloss topper. Of course, you can skip this step if you prefer a matte lip.

Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Color

Celebrity makeup artist Brandy Allen compares Bobbi Brown’s hydrating lipstick to the ultimate soft lip stain—effortless yet long-lasting. “What I love about this lipstick is it stays in place for up to eight hours,” she previously told Vogue. Unlike many mattes that can feel drying, this one’s balmy texture nourishes lips with castor oil, vitamins E and C, and beeswax, offering all-day comfort. And the pièce de résistance? Despite its creamy formula, the matte finish keeps colour locked in place, no matter what the day throws at you.

Maybelline SuperStay Vinyl Ink Lipcolor

Around the Vogue office, one senior beauty editor is practically synonymous with a bold red lip. Her rouge of choice? Maybelline New York’s Vinyl Ink. “The only compliments I ever get on my beauty look are when I’m wearing Maybelline New York’s Vinyl Ink. It’s the best of both worlds. It stays on all day, just like those OG lip kits (no dry, cakey coverage here), and super glossy and shiny,” Vogue’s senior beauty and wellness editor Margaux Anbouba previously shared. Celebrity makeup artist Buster Knight is a fan, too, keeping the formula in his kit for star-studded clients. “If I want to use lipstick with a little more oomph [on my clients], I go for any of the SuperStay formulas. They don’t budge and give a great colour payoff,” Knight tells Vogue.

Dior Rouge Refillable Lipstick

Dior’s long-wearing lipstick does more than deliver colour—it delivers covert skin-care too. Red peony flower extract provides lasting hydration (like a lip balm), while pomegranate flower extract adds a plumping effect. Celebrity makeup artist Michael Anthony praises the formula for its wide shade range and up to 12 hours of wear. His personal favourites are the flattering pinks, especially striking on mature skin. “I think a fresh pink lip with a bit of sheen is a really lovely way to wake up the complexion,” Anthony previously told Vogue. For an even longer-lasting option, Rouge Dior Forever wears up to 16 hours while still offering 32 shades to choose from.

Pat McGrath LiquiLust Legendary Wear Lipstick

When it comes to bold, statement-making lips, few do liquid lipstick better than beauty icon Pat McGrath. From vibrant reds to shimmering metallics, each shade glides on effortlessly with a tapered applicator for precision. The whipped formula, reinforced with synthetic beeswax, prevents dragging and sets into a comfortable, transfer-resistant finish. It’s little wonder that Taylor Swift counts on this lipstick to lock in her signature red, performance after performance.

Nars Power Matte Lipstick

Bremer calls this pick a must-have for anyone seeking a bold, statement-making lip. “It has great colour payoff and does not budge. Because this matte formula can be slightly drying, I like to pat a little balm into the centre of the lip to make it more comfortable to wear,” she says. Concentrating the balm in the centre preserves the lipstick’s impressive staying power while keeping edges sharp and lips soft. The result? A confident, all-eyes-on-you look that lasts from your first coffee to happy hour.

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution lipstick

The easiest way to “fake it ’till you make it” with a plumper-looking pout? Find the perfect nude. Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution Lipstick does exactly that—especially when paired with the brand’s Pillow Talk lip liners. Unlike traditional mattes, light-reflecting mica pigments catch the glow just right, giving lips the illusion of extra fullness. (Word on the street is that this is Meghan Markle’s go-to lippie, who reportedly wears the shade Very Victoria.)

Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint

The universally flattering shades dry to a soft matte that feels featherlight on the lips—no cracking or flaking to worry about. It’s also a favourite of Tioseco. “I love Fenty Lip Stunna because, although it’s transfer-proof, it still gives a beautiful satin finish, keeping your lips looking juicy without the mess,” Tioseco previously told Vogue. Pro tip: Shake the tube before applying to fully activate the lipstick’s pigments.

L’Oréal Paris Infallible Laque Resistance Liquid Lipstick

If glossy lips and staying power feel mutually exclusive, L’Oréal Paris proves otherwise. The Infallible Laque Resistance offers a lacquer-like shine with up to 16 hours of wear, so you can skip constant reapplication. The lightweight formula glides on with a precision applicator and locks into place without smudging or transferring. Infused with squalane, it nourishes while it shines, keeping lips soft and comfortable even after hours of wear. The result? Bold, glossy colour that lasts through dinner and beyond.

Huda Beauty Lip Contour Stain

Part lip liner, part stain, Huda Beauty’s Lip Contour Stain reimagines the definition of long-lasting. The dual-sided felt tip makes it easy to both line and fill, while the ultra-pigmented formula dries down to a transfer-proof matte that lasts up to 12 hours. Infused with argan oil, it keeps lips comfortable without sacrificing hold. Whether you wear it alone as a barely-there stain or layer it under lipstick for insurance, this is the multitasker built to withstand kisses, cocktails, and everything in between.

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture

For a couture lip that balances care and colour, Yves Saint Laurent’s Rouge Pur Couture is a house favourite. The creamy satin formula delivers full-coverage pigment in a single swipe, yet feels weightless on the lips. At its core is an 80% care base powered by ceramides, tuberose and prickly pear extracts from YSL’s Ourika Community Garden, designed to smooth and protect for up to 16 hours. The result is a lipstick that fuses skincare and couture colour in one sleek bullet–bold enough for evening, comfortable enough for all day.

This article first appeared on Vogue.com