Most matte lipsticks trade comfort for longevity; this one delivers saturated, long-wearing colour while keeping lips cushioned. NYX Professional Makeup Matte Lipstick offers a plush, velvety finish that looks polished yet feels lightweight from first swipe to last. It is designed for everyday reliability, from morning meetings to late-night plans.

A blend of lightweight emollients such as ethylhexyl palmitate and isopropyl palmitate gives a smooth, glide-on application without greasiness. Candelilla, beeswax and carnauba wax help structure the bullet and lock pigment in place while supporting a soft, flexible feel. Vitamin E derivatives provide antioxidant care, helping lips feel comfortable throughout wear.

The texture is creamy on contact, then sets to a soft-focus matte that does not look flat or powdery. Once applied, the formula grips the lips for dependable wear, reducing the need for constant touch-ups. It resists slipping, smudging and settling, maintaining a clean, defined look for hours.

Apply directly from the bullet for full coverage, or tap on for a softer stain effect. For extra precision, use the edges of the bullet to trace the lip line before filling in. Blot lightly with tissue if you prefer an extra-matte, lived-in finish that still feels comfortable.

High pigment concentration delivers opaque coverage in one stroke.Oil-in-matte technology balances bold colour with a cushioned feel.Soft-focus blurring agents minimise the look of lip lines.Lightweight esters keep the formula flexible for hours.

For added definition and extended wear, pair with a NYX Professional Makeup lip liner before applying the lipstick. To customise finish, layer over a light touch of balm for a softer look, or top with a gloss from the range for extra sheen.

A professional-grade matte lipstick that unites saturated colour, precise application and lasting comfort in one dependable bullet.

Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Octyldodecanol, Oleyl Alcohol, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Candelilla Cera/Cire De Candelilla, Beeswax/Cera Alba/Cire D'abeille, Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax, Isostearyl Isostearate, Polyisobutene, Ozokerite, Polyethylene, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Copernicia Cerifera Cera/Cire De Carnauba, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Alumina, Barium Sulfate (Ci 77120), Bht, Fragrance/Parfum. May Contain [+/-]: Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Red 6 (Ci 15850), Red 7 (Ci 15850), Red 28 Lake (Ci 45410), Red 36 (Ci 12085), Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140), Blue 1 Lake (Ci 42090)

• Step 1. Start with smooth lips, gently exfoliating and blotting away any excess balm.
• Step 2. Trace your natural lip line using the tip of the bullet for clean definition.
• Step 3. Use the flat side of the bullet to fill in the lips with short, controlled strokes.
• Step 4. Press lips together to even out the coverage without over-applying product.
• Step 5. Blot once with a tissue for a more velvety matte effect, then reapply to the centre of the lips if you want extra intensity.
• Step 6. Check the edges with a cotton bud or concealer brush to sharpen and tidy the outline.

Pro Tips

• Apply a thin layer of matching lip liner over the entire lip before lipstick to further boost longevity.
• For a softly blurred look, apply to the centre of the lips and diffuse outward with a fingertip or brush.
• Avoid heavy balms immediately before application, as excess slip can reduce wear time and precision.
• To refresh during the day, lightly blot first, then add a thin new layer rather than stacking multiple heavy coats.