Lipstick hasn’t really been top of mind over the past couple of years (as you’d expect during a pandemic and with frequent mask wearing), but we’re fully embracing it now that we’re back in the swing of things. After the return of lip gloss and the recent popularity of lip inks, stains, and tinted balms, matte lipstick is emerging as a key trend this season. Traditional and liquid lipsticks are everywhere you turn in bright and nude hues, and finishes that range from matte and semi-matte to velvety. And not to worry: newer matte formulas are not only long-lasting, but they also keep your lips nice and moisturized. Here are eight to try for a sophisticated look this season.

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Rouge Artist For Ever Matte 24HR Longwear Liquid Lipstick, Make Up For Ever

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Super easy to put on thanks to its chubby applicator and available in 10 highly pigmented hues, this liquid lipstick provides a rich, matte finish that stays flawless for hours on end—even after having eaten.

Price: $33

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L’Absolu Rouge Drama Matte Lipstick, Lancôme

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Despite its powdery matte finish, this chic lipstick is incredibly comfortable to wear. It yields intense, vibrant colour as soon as it touches your lips, brightening up your entire makeup look in just a few swipes.

Price: $45

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Powermatte Lipstick, NARS

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Easy to apply super precisely thanks to its thin diameter, this elegant lipstick provides powerful coverage and is enriched with emollient oils, which helps it feel as good as it looks. Available in 15 bold shades, it’s sure to liven up your favourite fall looks.

Price: $44

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Mineralist Lasting Matte Liquid Lipstick, bareMinerals

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This airy formula covers your lips in bold, vivacious colour exactly where you want it thanks to its precise applicator. It sets almost instantaneously and stays in place without staining or transferring until you decide to remove it.

Price: $29

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Fenty Icon Semi-Matte Lipstick, Fenty Beauty

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This bullet lipstick glides easily onto your lips, enhancing them with a big dose of semi-mat colour, as well as hydrating hyaluronic acid and vitamins C and E. What more could you want? It’s even refillable!

Price: $15 (case) and $25 (refill)

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Kind Words Matte Lipstick, Rare Beauty

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Available in 10 flattering hues (for which there are also matching lip pencils), this pigmented lipstick feels creamy when applied, keeping your lips nice and moisturized despite its matte finish.

Price: $26

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Lipstick Matte, Clé de Peau Beauté

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Its supremely saturated shades and weightless sensation on the lips make this lipstick a joy to use. Not to mention its gorgeous case, which feels like a precious piece of jewellery in your hands. So luxe!

Price: $80

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Petalips Lipstick, Pupa Milano

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Lightweight yet hydrating, this lipstick has a velvety finish and goes on like a charm, providing your pout with soft, buildable colour. And how could you resist its eight pretty shades with flower-inspired names?

Price: $25

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