Time for some lip service. When you want to pucker up and add some color to your pout without dropping a ton of cash, a trip to the drugstore is your best option. Luxury lipsticks are great, but if you've ever had an "I can't believe I did that" moment when you realize you've lost your recent $45 purchase, you'll know that it's a good idea to keep some great, affordable buys in your purse. These ten reliable drugstore lipsticks will give you the pop of color you need while staying easy on the wallet – good news all around.
May 11, 2015
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Maybelline Super Stay 24 Hour Color and Super Stay 14 Hour Lipstick
Sometimes you want to hear no. For instance, there's no crumbling, caking, fading or transferring with this long-lasting lipstick.
Burt's Bees Lip Shimmer
When you want a light hint of color but aren't ready for a full lip, turn to Burt's Bees trustworthy, tingly lip shimmer.
CoverGirl Continuous Color Lipstick
Cover Girl has been keeping it easy, breezy and beautiful for over 50 years now, and this moisturizing lipstick gets the job done.
Wet n Wild MegaLast Lip Color
This affordable beauty tool stays put for four hours and comes in a variety of shades. Experiment and think outside your color box – at worst, you'll lose three bucks.
Maybelline New York ColorSensational Lipcolor
Honey nectar gives this drugstore gem a nourishing, creamy feel and 33 different shades give you options.
L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Lipcolour
Argan oil, vitamin E and omega 3 combine to make this beauty staple work. Your lips will feel softer, smoother and more hydrated – not too shabby for under $10.
Revlon Colorburst Lip Butter
It won't even feel like you're wearing lipstick when you don this lightweight product that goes on like a second skin.
Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate Moss and Intense Wear Lipstick
Kate Moss knows a thing or two about beauty, so it makes sense to glide on her long-lasting lipstick with light-reflecting technology.
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipcolor
Silk-enriched moisturizers and vitamins keep your lips soft (and kissable) while the color won't smudge – making this lipstick ideal for date night.
NYX Matte Lipstick
For a different look, swipe on this matte lipstick and paint your nails to match. Because you matte-r.
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