While every beauty lover already owns an ample selection of classic lipstick tubes, liquid lipsticks are a slick, glossy alternative to your traditional pout. Whether you’re planning to sport a petal pink smile or stun the crowds with flaming red lips this spring, a liquid lip colour can truly complete your makeup look. As you restock your makeup bag for the weeks ahead, here are five sultry options to consider trying this season.

1) Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick in Outlaw, $24: Created by tattoo artist and makeup artist Kat Von D, this liquid lipstick states that it can be applied on the lips like a gloss, but will leave a matte finish. The formula itself claims to be boosted with vitamin E and sunflower seed, which are said to enhance the long-wear effect. As for the colour, the vampy deep red of this Outlaw shade just might bring your favourite femme fatale to mind.

2) Too Faced Melted Chocolate in Chocolate Honey, $25: If you prefer soft brown shades to pretty pastels or rich ruby hues, this pick from Too Faced may be an appropriate colour choice. As a mixture of the brand’s Melted and Melted Metal Liquified Lipsticks, the Melted Chocolate product claims to be a vegan and gluten-free lip colour enriched with cocoa powder. For anyone with a sweet tooth, this scented Chocolate Honey shade just may leave you craving a tempting dose of chocolate.

3) Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in Party Pink, $26: For makeup lovers who prefer punchy hues, this hot pink liquid lipstick by Anastasia Beverly Hills claims to offer long-lasting coverage and a matte effect. The lipstick states that it will provide intense pigment, and will also stay locked into place.

4) Stila ‘Stay All Day’ Liquid Lipstick in Bellisima, $34: Stila’s liquid lipstick claims to offer six hours of colour, along with a creamy-matte effect. Meanwhile, the formula itself claims to moisturize the lips with a combination of the antioxidant vitamin E and avocado oil. We are liking this dainty pale pink Bellisima shade, for a touch of springtime softness.

5) Estée Lauder ‘Pure Color Envy’ Liquid Lip Potion in Fragile Ego, $42: Estée Lauder’s double-sided Liquid Lip Potion states that it will deliver moisture to the lips, while offering an intense pop of colour. The product is created with a mixture of avocado, jojoba and sunflower oils as key ingredients. This brilliant dark pink shade is perfect for the makeup addict who embraces bold, daring and girlish colours.

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