In Search of the Perfect Lipstick - Part One

Becky and I have been searching for the perfect long-lasting lipstick. One that is non-drying and feels moist on our lips. We don’t want it to come off on our coffee cups and teeth or to dry out our already dry lips or bleed into those little lines that form despite our best efforts. Finally, we want it to be simple to apply. No long waits between multiple coats of primer, color and top coat. I know we’re asking a lot.



I surveyed all my friends and most couldn’t recommend anything even close. However I did get two recommendations that the users think almost meet our requirements: L’Oreal Infallible Never Fail Lipcolour; and Revlon ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor.



I’ve tested them both and have to say I’m pretty impressed with both.



L’Oreal comes in the cleverest case you could imagine. Kudos to the engineers! The case is rectangular, 2 ¾ by 1 ½ inches. It is shiny silver plastic and one side serves as a mirror. It’s not a great mirror, but it serves in a pinch. The product has two tubes (liquid color and topcoat like a lip balm), one on each side of the case. You push each tube up and remove the applicator to apply. I like that the tubes do not come completely out, so you’re not fumbling with lots of bits and pieces.



Revlon’s presentation is much more mundane – a simple two-sided wand – liquid color on one end and liquid topcoat on the other.



However as they say, “The proof is in the pudding.” Presentations aside, here's my report on the performance of these long-lasting lipsticks.



Tags: long-lasting lipstick, L’Oreal Infallible, Revlon ColorStay