8 Lip and Cheek Stains That You Won't Have to Reapply
All hail the naturally flushed look.
The beauty of a multi-tasking lip and cheek stain is that when it's good, people won't notice it's makeup. The color boost fades into a natural, summer-y flush that says you've been outside in the heat (but doesn't require actual sweating and discomfort). And the best part? Even if you do try these long-lasting stains on a humid, sweaty day, this is one beauty look that only gets betterwhen it's melty.
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The Classic
What looks like a nail polish bottle contains one of the most celebrated lip stains out there. And a little goes a long way: apply color to lips and cheeks using the little brush and blend to achieve a subtle flush that highlights your natural color.
For easily blendable color that doesn't dry too quickly or leave skin feeling cakey, look to this cheek stain made with fruit extracts and a tiny hint of shimmer.
Don't knock it for the price point—this drugstore buy does the work of a balm and a long lasting stain with a cooling sensation to boot. Pro tip for the best use: apply lip liner first to keep your color in place.
Wet 'n Wild Mega Slicks Balm Stain Moisturizing Lip Color, $3; walgreens.com
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The Hydrator
Come for the sheer range of colors in the Sephora Collection (with a new capsule set inspired by Minnie Mouse, in fluorescent hues), stay for the moisturizing, avocado oil-enriched finish.
Even the best lip stains can have a drying quality, but the It Cosmetics formula comes specifically formulated to do the opposite. Its moisturizing and anti-aging properties won't settle in wrinkles or look patchy on dry skin.
The creamy compact makes it easy to dip in a finger and control the coverage by hand, which makes it a winner for quick touch-ups and even blush application.
Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks, $22; nordstrom.com
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The Genius Hybrid
The Saint Laurent formula falls somewhere between a gloss and a stain, but applies like a creamy lipstick. People swear by its long lasting wear, which makes it ideal for special occasions when you want an added touch of glamour without the regular touch-ups.
Yves Saint Laurent Vernis a Levres Glossy Stain, $36; sephora.com
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The Natural Selection
Powered by fruit and vegetable pigments, this all-natural lip and cheek stain is the next best thing to actually sampling juicy berries in an orchard and having the stained lips to prove it.
100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Lip and Cheek Stain, $25; amazon.com