12 best long-lasting lipsticks that stay put, no matter how many cups of tea you have

If you’ve not heard of the queen of glam’s Pillow Talk lipstick, then where have you been? This iconic shade from Charlotte Tilbury is the weapon of choice for many makeup artists and is the secret to Amal Clooney’s and Renee Zellweger’s pouts. It’s known for being flattering on every skin tone.

The original shade is the perfect balance of ballet-shoe pink, but there’s also a deeper medium option. We’re also big fans of Pizzaz for a bit of extra drama, darlings.

Get your posh pout on with this luxurious lipstick from VB. It delivers a strong colour payoff via a rich and creamy textured balm that feels comfortable on lips and looks even better.

Though it’s a bit of an investment, it’s worth it. Our lifestyle writer, Madeleine Evans, likes to keep this one on hand for special occasions. “The deep Fringe shade is my go-to for weddings and evening events. I get so many compliments on it,” she says. She’s also a big fan of the nude shade Twist, which she would pair with a brown lipliner for the ultimate 90s look.

Halfway between a lip gloss and a lipstick, you’ll find Bobbi Brown’s latest launch, the Extra Colour Shine Lipstick. Swipe on the silky formula for a powerful pop of colour, in shades ranging from the neutral Milky Peach, to the deep Blackberry. Behind the scenes, the added Jojoba oil and safflower botanical blend work together to hydrate and moisturise lips.

Whether it’s a brazen red, or a sultry brown, a signature lippy is a must for any beauty lover. And with fifteen shades to choose from, in either a matte or satin finish, we’re certain there’s one for you in Merit Beauty’s Signature Lip range. Whichever you opt for, each one delivers a natural, sheer colour, which is ideal if you don’t like an overly bold lip.

Though it’s always hard to choose your desired shade online, Merit has shot each lipstick on a range of different skin tones to help you decide.

If you love the stronger, pigmented look of a lipstick, but the feel of a smooth, moisturising lip balm, then let us introduce you to Glossier’s Ultralip. It’s a high-shine lipstick that delivers the polished of a lippy, while offering the comfort and moisture of a balm, all thanks to the inclusion of hyaluronic acid.

It’s our beauty assistant’s favourite at the moment. “The buildable formula makes it incredibly versatile. One swipe for a sheer wash or build it up for more drama,” says Zara.

The Clinique Chubby Stick may be closer to a tinted lip balm than a lipstick, but the great colour pay-off meant we had to sneak it onto our list. Enriched with mango and shea butters, it immediately hydrates and moisturises lips – perfect for when they’re feeling cracked or you just want a bit of gloss.

This balmy number leaves behind a natural tint, too, and is available in 10 different shades, including nude, pink, red and violet. Differing from the classic bullet shape and wind-up format of a lipstick, this pencil-like stick is easy to apply, too.

Hourglass’ mattifying and long-lasting lipstick comes in beautiful gold packaging. It’s infused with a primer for extra hold on lips, ensuring it doesn’t bleed into the skin. There are lots of shades you can choose from – Currant, a deep berry shade, or Zinnia, a red/orange hue, are our favs.

Although our household advisor, Katie Mortram, spends a lot of time trying to clean lipstick off furniture, this one is her favourite to wear. “It highlights without looking too intense,” she says.

This good value matte lipstick is comfortable to wear and packs a powerful pigment punch. It stays put without transferring and lasts all day. Despite its matte finish, it won’t dry out your lips either, thanks to the addition of nourishing vitamin E.

Claiming to last for 10 hours with a high-impact matte finish (the clue’s in the name), this lippy features a blend of colour-locking ingredients and transfer-resistant pigment to keep pouts looking powerful for longer. The slanted applicator makes it easy to apply and covers the whole lip in one swipe. It’s also available in 15 flirty and fun shades. She’s versatile.

They glide on like a lipgloss and stay in place all day like a lipstick – We love a liquid lipstick here in the GH beauty team. With 39 shades, there should be something for every look. Liquid lipsticks tend to be less buildable and much brighter than many satin-finish solids, but this delivers a bold colour that stays put.

Halfway between a matte and a cream finish, this satin lipstick looks and feels smooth on lips. The formula contains nourishing vitamin E and omega 3, which leaves lips looking plump and hydrated, rather than dry and cracked.

Despite the lower price tag, the gold packaging looks premium and will make a statement on your dressing table. There are 70 different shades to choose from, ranging from the 90s-esque Deep Nude, which wouldn’t look out of place on Rachel Green, to the eye-catching coral of Chez Lui.

If you prefer a shiny finish over a subtle matte, then this Revlon lipstick is the one for you. It’s formulated with ultra-hydrating and moisturising ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and aloe vera. It will leave your lips looking plump and refreshed, while delivering a lovely colour finish too. At under £9, it’s also a purse-friendly choice.