Maybelline Superstay Matte Lip Ink Review

I was very fortunate to be able to review this lovely product. I love matte lipstick but have always preferred a lipstick to a lipstain or any product that is applied with a brush or sponge. This product has changed my views on this. It is a highly pigmented lip ink that has a silky consistency. It applies beautifully and the colour is really strong. I like the sponge applicator - it makes it easy to apply the product. The lip ink is mildly fragranced. It doesn't taste like much - definitely not off putting. It goes on matte and stays that way. I did find it a little drying on my lips - something that can be a problem with matte lip colours. It works well if I apply a little lip balm over it, just to keep the lips moist. The packaging looks sleek. It is a nice size and the colour on the outside is a very good representation of the actual colour of the lip ink. Love this - will buy again and recommend to friends.

I was super excited to try this - a matte lippy in such a fab red shade. First application was tough - you need to be super precise and I felt a little like a kid raiding her Mumma’s make up. It took me a fair while to apply and I think I ended up putting too much on because it dried a bit weird. Very matte, which I loved, but a little sticky at the same time, and heavy towards the inside of my lip. It did last for ages though - most of the day and through eating. It did cling to dry bits on my lips though. But staying power is definitely up there. Second time I used a lip scrub before hand and it went on a little easier. Used less this time and went more smoothly. Still didn’t really like the feel on my lips so I added a smidge if creamier lipstick on top which gave me a really nice finish and it lasted all night. Overall, I’ll definitely persist with trying it because it’s a great colour and stayed put, but I wasn’t in love straight away.

I was lucky enough to win one of these from BR, I also got to pick the shade I wanted to try. Me being me picked Escapist. I deep dark plum purple shade. Absolutely perfect for moody winter vibes.

The packaging, a sleek matte tube with what I think is mean't to resemble the shade inside the tube, however for the shade I chose it was definitely a miss conception. The shade was alot darker than the colour on the tube.

The wand, weird. Not the doe foot you see with most liquid lips. I really like it though! It makes it so easy to apply the lipstick.

I wore this for a 7 hour stretch! And I was so surprised by the lasting power. When you initially apply it it feels really sticky but dries matte making it comfortable on the lips. I only had to touch up once I had finished my coffee as it wore off a little in the corners.

The only downfall I found with this was taking it off! It stained my lips and it was really difficult to remove. It was extremely stubborn.

I’m sold. Take my money and give me all the colours! Firstly this looks like several of my glosses, only it’s Matte! The want is similar to glosses... but it’s matte! And easy to use. Colour is intense, reasonably easy to apply, but be careful or quick with remover. It lasts! Seriously long. I put it on at 8am and was still getting compliments at 8pm, with no touch ups. I drank 2 coffees and 2l of water... not a mark on the glass/cup! Ate lunch, snacks, had dinner... barely made a dent. Non-drying, and not super matte, just good. Colour is really intense. I chose #45 Escapist, and it is an intense dark dark purple, nearly black.

This baby will last and last. I’m going to buy some brighter, lighter colours. Definitely worth, once a day application... unthinkable, but Super Stay, does it!

I LOVED the colour and look of this lipstick. I got the 'Lover' shade which worked we with my pale complexion. It was so easy to apply and I felt like I didn't have to go out to purchase a lip liner to wear it. It's only downfall was it's texture. Two hours into my initial application it was still sticky! That definitely would not stop me from wearing this product again. The positives well out weighed the negatives. I can't wait to purchase more shades of the Maybelline Superstay Lip Ink.

I absolutely love this lippy. I got the colour Lover to review and the colour was spot on to what I normally wear. The product is true to what it says. I put it on before work and is still on when im about to go to bed. Highly recommend.

I was trying out the matte lip ink in 'Lover'. It was a different kind of colour to what I would generally wear, but I felt like shaking things up and being a bit more adventurous. I started off by exfoliating my lips to ensure a smooth finish. Firstly, I really liked the smell of the product - always a plus when it's so close to your nose! The product was not as thick as I'd expected and the applicator was a different shape to the norm. The lip ink applied in a consistent, smooth line. The applicator was easy to use and get precise lines with. I really loved the colour and it set quickly. The best part was that it wasn't sticky at all. The colour was long lasting and didn't need too many touch ups. I was easily able to add a little bit of lip balm later to give a little gloss for a slight change of look! I'm already planning which colours to get next.

I purchased this in the shade 'dreamer' a lovely light pink. Everything about the product thrilled me- the scent, the colour, and the shape of the applicator was great... until I put it on my lips. I felt it was really drying, and made my lips felt so sticky. I used gloss over the top (which defeats the purpose of using a matte product) and love the colour on me. It does transfer easily to cups/straws etc so does require frequent application

OK, I do not know where I stand on this product! First of all, the pricepoint is amazing, its super pigmented and I love the scent (vanilla-ry), and it does last the whole day BUT it just doesn't seem to work for me. Because it is matte, I have tried putting lipbalm on before application to give my lips some moisture, but then the lip ink doesnt stick and it just turns out to be an ugly mess. If I use it on clean, dry lips it looks great but is suuuuuper sticky and if your lips get dry it once again goes weird with lipbalm and gives uneven coverage. If I eat or drink with it, the inner part comes off but the outside is still perfect so requires a slight touch up.

I do like this product, but I am super conscious of how sticky it makes my lips and need to check it often to make sure there is still even coverage. And it doesnt budge. I have to use makeup remover to get it off. For a night out, I would recommend 100% but for a full days wear in the office a bit too uncomfortable for me.

I've tried a few matte lipsticks now and each time I was left wondering what the fuss is all about. All they've ever done for me is shrivel my lips up so that I look like I've been sucking on a lemon. After eating or drinking, the middle of my lips would be bare, leaving just an outline that had inevitably bleed. I've tried lip liners and primers to try to get them to work, to no avail. I just came to the rather sad conclusion that mattes are for younger lips than mine.

So when I was sent this to trial, I really had zero expectations. I have been pleasantly surprised. This works. This works on me! Application is an absolute breeze. I'm not the greatest at lining lips but the unique arrow shaped applicator on this means I get a near perfect outline every time (be sure to follow Maybelline's instructions for using this). Whilst this still has a slight tackiness to it even after it's dried, it never transfers. I drink tea constantly throughout the day and this never transfers on to my cup. Nor do I see lipstick on the food that I'm eating or on my chin afterwards. This is a revelation! I do reapply it after eating as it does fade slightly but evenly. No dreaded outline or bleeding lips. Or worst still, sand paper lips.

I chose the colour Lover which is a lovely pinky nude. I've worn this on no make up days and it just gives enough of a pop of colour to make me look more 'put together'. This does require an oil based cleanser to get it off. I do notice that I need to use more lip balm at night after I've removed it and my lips do feel drier the next day than normal. Whilst I will always prefer a satin finish lipstick, this is so great for busy working days so I don't have to worry about reapplying or finding lipstick all over my face, cup, paperwork etc. I would recommend this to anyone who is still unsure about mattes. This maybe The One for you too!