theBalm Meet Matt(e) Hughes Matte Liquid Lipstick

The theBalm Meet Matt(e) Hughes Liquid Lipstick is a total game-changer for anyone looking for long-lasting color! The formula is smooth and applies easily, drying down to a matte finish that stays put for hours without drying out your lips. The shades are rich and vibrant, giving a beautiful pop of color that doesn't fade or transfer.I love how comfortable it feels on the lips, and despite being matte, it’s not drying at all. It also has a subtle minty scent that feels refreshing. If you're looking for a lipstick that stays on all day, whether you're eating, drinking, or talking, this one definitely delivers. It’s a must-have for anyone who wants long-lasting, vibrant color without the hassle of constant touch-ups!

Color - the color is dark on me, but I'm very, milk white. For someone with medium skin, this might be a nude color. It's sort of got a purple, mauve-ish tone, but darker than the usual mauve color that I've seen. I think its' very flattering even though I have a warm skintone in which cool colors usually look bad. I really think this would literally look good on everyone, though especially light and medium skintones or those with light or medium colored lips. It might look great on dark skin, but I really can't make any guess because I'm so light.Consistency - it's a moussey consistency, unlike the Lime Crime, watery texture. It's smooth to get on and takes a minute to dry, which I think is good because you can wipe away any mistakes that you make before they dry.Lasting Power: This stuff doesn't come off. It lasts even in the inside of my lips except after a greasy meal, in which I just re-apply in the insides of my lips and everything stays perfect. It can smudge if you rub it rather than flaking off like other lipsticks, but it has to be seriously rubbed off. I only know this because I subjected it to a shower test in which I put it under hot, running water for the whole shower and then fiercely rubbed it. It still would not fully come off. Which leads me to my next category of ranking...How Much pressure can it stand up against?: The hot, steaming water for 30 minutes did not budge this whatsoever and when I did rub it lightly, it wouldn't smudge. I had to rub hard in order to make anything happen. Also, when I went to swim team practice (two hours of intense swimming and diving) it didn't move. It was still on. I'm impressed.

This is my absolute favorite matte liquid lipstick. I have the colors Loyal, Committed and Charming. Loyal is a bright true red, Committed is a dusty pinky nude shade with a sliiight coral undertone, and Charming is a deep mauve that can work for day or night.The formula is soft and has almost a whipped like texture. Seriously, of all the Matte liquids I've tried, theBalm's Meet Matte has the best application. I never get those hard lines I get with other liquid mattes, and it's very easy to apply.The colors are wearable, vibrant, and they are completely transfer proof after they dry. Not only are they transfer proof, they don't budge. You can eat and drink without anything moving. Although depending what you're eating (say a burger) the middle can fade a bit. The wear time is absolutely incredible. I rarely ever have to reapply when I'm wearing this lipstick.Unlike most matte formulas I have tried, I find this to be the smoothest and the one that makes my lips look the least aged. I'm 33 and certain mattes really make my lips look much older than they are. Even with the bright red, I don't have any settling into the lines of my lips. This in of itself is a complete win in my book.It's also the most comfortable matte liquid to wear, IMO. It's lightweight and doesn't feel like my lips are slathered in dry paint after it sets.It doesn't taste like anything. They have a minty candy like scent that I find totally yummy. When you apply it you get a very subtle mint type of feeling that dissapates after it sets. I love it, some may not, and some may not notice it. The scent also dissipates after the lipstick sets.Upon first inspection you may think the formula looks chunky, but it applies like a dream. It's kind of weird that is looks like it's chunky but it's not, not really.I'd buy these again in a heartbeat. If you're looking for a high quality liquid matte with amazing staying power, amazing color payoff and pigmentation, that doesn't make your lips look like the Crypt Keeper...try this.

Long wear, feels so great when applying. It is a little drying but works great. Just need lip gloss later on in the day but it stays in great and I love the color. Almost minty feeling when you apply. Definitely worth trying!!

When I was younger and super into makeup my first “big girl” purchase was a few Jeffery Star matte lips. I got Gemini as I am a Gemini and oh my god I was OBSESSED with the color. I’m a very pale women and most nude lip colors look awful on me and this one had a very good pink undertone. As the years went on I no longer supported Jeffery but I wanted a color just like Gemini. I did my research and came across this color! It really is an amazing match color wise to Gemini and if you are pale with pink undertones it looks amazing on our skin! The only issue I have is, it doesn’t dry down as matte as Jeffery’s does and it can be a little sticky when it gets wet so not the most comfortable. It does come off a lot easier than Jeffery’s though so if you ever struggled with that this is great. All in all it’s great for the price and color match!