13 Liquid Lipsticks Putting Traditional Bullets on the Back Burner

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No lip collection is complete without a musky hue, and dare we say that we are completely smitten over this moody mauve from Huda Beauty. Cool enough to calm date-night jitters and subtle enough to wear to the office, the fast-drying lip potion features high-performance pigments that guarantee creamy, bold color.

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Make way for metallics, because — we're calling it now — the glitzy finish is going to be 2017's finish of choice. Giving nude variations a funky upgrade, Smashbox's attention-seeking shade is anything but pristine. Save a coat for nights when you're feeling particularly feisty.

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Keep Lime Crime's collection of liquified hues handy on days you're feeling edgy-meets-girly. We particularly love this bombshell crimson shade, especially with summer nights approaching. The whipped formula is insanely seductive, so make sure to swipe on a coat before heading out with your man. He won't be able to keep his eyes — or lips — off yours.

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Oh, if chic were a lip shade. Shush, Blush embodies a natural flush that's anything but embarrassing. Packaged in a sleek black tube, we suggest stowing in your makeup bag for every day ... and Netflix night.

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Ruby Rose became the face of UD in 2016, and browsing through their collection of Vice liquid lipsticks, it's no surprise why. This metallic shade is one for the books – err, makeup bags — with a pink glitter-studded, berry finish that screams "girl boss."

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What we love about Too Faced's Melted Violet lipstick is that though it may be a seasonal flower, it's appropriate year-round. So whether you're down the shore roasting mallows around the bonfire, or sipping hot cocoa in the freezing cold, this color pop is meant to be your BFF.

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First came the Aqua Rouge collection of double-sided products comprised of a lip stain and gloss, then came the Artist line where solid sticks got a liquifying transition. A gorgeous pink-mauve that dries as delicately as it looks on, the precious nude falls between a subtle neutral and ultra feminine aesthetic.

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Tarte's officially making "fetch" happen (don't tell Regina). The best part? It's buildable, so you can opt for a subtle stain with just one swipe, or dare to make that color pop with a second coat. It's girly color and opaque finish adds a whole lot of drama to your look.

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Take a break from the '90s trends and set aside your blues and browns. Incorporating a pop of deep plum will have onlookers reminiscent of the alternative fall staple, but this is one attention-seeking shade we're in favor of year-round.

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Happy hour calls for a special berry — and we're not talking cocktails. Kat Von D's mulberry hue guarantees the same striking effect as a few shots of tequila with the ladies, but will save you calories (and possibly some composure).

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For a longwear neutral packed with pigment, Stila's nude lip gleams a lick of mocha for a basic shade that's all dolled up. Set to wear for six hours straight, it's infused with vitamin E and avocado oil to make sure skin stays moisturized, so you won't feel the desperate need to swipe on another coat.

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Get the best of both worlds with this BH shade on days you decide you want to go bold, but not over-the-top. The rich mulberry hue applies wet, but dries quickly into a flattering matte that has been infused with vitamin E, so lips stay hydrated throughout each wear.