Despite the insane popularity matte liquid lipsticks have gained in the past years, it’s still a struggle to find the right formula that will give you precisely lined pout and last from day to night. With the many options on the market and new launches that appear with the speed of light, our standards for the perfect liquid lipstick are higher than ever. That said, we’ve dived into a deep search to make a list of the absolute best liquid matte lipsticks you need in your makeup bag.

The red lipstick is an absolute staple in everyone’s beauty bag. Even die-hard makeup minimalists can’t say no to this powerful hue. In the sea of reasons why we love a sexy red lip, one stands out – a swipe of this bold color on the lips gives a whole new look. It’s that simple. Since many red lipsticks are around for years and even decades, we decided to honor these classics along with their younger red siblings. We sourced the best red lipsticks of all time for you to find your perfect match.

Artists’ canvases come in all shapes and sizes. And after seeing Instagram artists turning their lips into outstanding works of art, we are convinced creative lip art deserves a place in a museum! Since a real person is used as a canvas, you’ll hardly ever see lip art in a conventional art gallery, but that doesn’t make it less of an artwork! Makeup gurus such as Vlada Mua (@vladamua) and Jazmina Daniel (@missjazminad) create three-dimensional out-of-this-world lip art on Instagram that takes hours to complete. We don’t know how these artists have the heart to ever remove the lip drawings as they are so outstandingly gorgeous. See them for yourself and get ready to be amazed!

Finding the right lip makeup for each occasion can be tricky, but when you pick the perfect look for you, it will really enhance your lips. It’s clear that the shape of your lips can change your overall appearance drastically. So, we’re here to help give you some tips. For your special occasion, would a pointed fashion lip or a rounder glam lip look better? Watch both tutorials below to find out which is best for any big occasion in your life, and use that makeup look to enhance your lips.