Skip to content

10 Best Lipstick Brands in India

The following post focuses on listing the 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India. Lipsticks (like diamonds) are every girl’s best friend. It is the most convenient everyday use makeup product; it brings to your face a pop of color that makes your face and your day much brighter and livelier. 

Lipsticks come in so many types, colors, for different occasions. You can choose from a matte lipstick or a glossy one, liquid or crème, with so many colors you cannot go wrong with. I personally love a good matte lipstick with a well-defined lip liner to accentuate and shape your lips.

The art of buying a lipstick is first to find the undertone of your skin – if you have warmer or cooler undertones. Depending on the undertone of your skin, you can find the perfect shade. 

The easiest way to check your undertones is with the help of jewellery – if gold jewellery suits your skin type more then you are a warm undertone and if silver jewellery looks better on you then you are a cool undertone.

All the same, if both look good on you, then you are a neutral undertone and voila! most of the shades available will suit you. Now let us come to the list of my most favorite lipsticks (not only used on me but in general for different tones). 

These are some of the brands, textures, and colors I absolutely adore and most of which I use, occasionally if not regularly. Honestly, lipsticks (even transfer proof ones) somehow do not last long on me so I am not in the habit of using them everyday

I find it a bit much to keep touching up every now and then to look perfect. But I do wear them often when I must play dress up. So, lets get down to the list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India:

Note:

“As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. If you click on a link to an Amazon product and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Moreover, we only recommend products that we believe in and have personally tested or researched, and our opinions are always our own. Lastly, we Thank you for supporting our site and helping us bring you valuable content.” 1

10 Best Lipstick Brands in India

1. Lakme 9 To 5 Primer + Matte Lipstick Brick Blush

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Lakme-9-To-5-Primer-Matte-Lipstick-Brick-Blush

This shade by Lakme is my go-to lipstick. It is so smooth in application and the matte finish makes your lips look flawless. The double primer present in it brings out the colour beautifully. The lipstick is highly pigmented and intense which lasts for 6 – 7 hours.

Furthermore, the undertones of the lipstick are a subtle orange with red shades which match most Indian skin types perfectly. This shade can be worn on any occasion, any time of the day making it perfect to just pop in your bag and carry along for last minute emergencies.

It has a really creamy smooth texture that does not dry down your lips at all and does not require you to keep layering it up very often. Thus, a must buy shade from Lakme and I assure you, you will love it as much as I do. And this is why it has found its way on my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 525 (3.6g)

2. Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick – Bachelorette

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Huda-Beauty-Power-Bullet-Matte-Lipstick-Bachelorette

The Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipsticks are known for their highly pigmented handcrafted formula and for the bullet shape of the lipstick, that also enables you to use the tip to contour and line your lips if you forgot your lip liner. 

In the words of the creator, the lipstick is so pigmented that they almost broke the machines formulating it. The shade Bachelorette is a cool magenta / fuchsia shade that has a nice pop of colour, which is from their Icons Collection – having wonderful summery shades.

 

The lipstick is oh so smooth and silky, it just glides on your lips without dragging and provides full coverage in just one swipe. It is completely matte in finish and does not feel cakey or sticky on your lips, it feels extremely light and hydrating. 

In addition, the lipstick is long-lasting that stays on for at least 6 hours, fading gradually. It is my perfect shade for a night out in town or for a wedding where you are all decked up in warm Indian colours.

 

I absolutely love this shade and brand and use it as an occasion wear lipstick as it is a bit on the pricier side and I would not want to use it up daily (plus the shade can only be brought to justice when you are all ready and decked up). 

All these reasons and so many more helped me decide to add this on my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 1,995/- (3g)

3. SUGAR Matte Attack Transferproof Lipstick – 02 Red Zeppelin (Chilli Red)

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-SUGAR-Matte-Attack-Transferproof-Lipstick-02-Red-Zeppelin-Chilli-Red

SUGAR Cosmetics is an Indian born company that makes cruelty free, mineral oil free, paraben free, vegetarian products that are safe for everyday use. The Matte Attack Transferproof range is curated with jojoba oil that hydrates and moisturises your lips while making the lipstick super smooth and silky. 

It is an easy glide lipstick that is transfer proof and sets on your lips almost instantly. The Lipstick is lightweight, long lasting (up to 8 hours) and does not dry out on your lips.

 

Even though it feels creamy on application, it has a matte finish which is highly pigmented; and being transfer proof and water proof does not fade fast either. The Chilli Red colour from their range is a perfect red that suits my skin tone. 

It is bright and warm, fiery red that is perfect for occasions. It brings out the colour on your face and like the brand says – Suits the rockstar in you.

 

The packaging is also unique, it comes in a long thin twist up bullet container that has a rubber finish for easier grip that allows you to have perfectly drawn and well-defined lips. Hence, making it rank on my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 699/- (2g)

4. M.A.C Matte Lipstick – Mehr

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-MAC-Matte-Lipstick–Mehr

If you are a fan of MAC Cosmetics, I am sure you must have used or come across the shade Mehr. It is one of their best-selling shades in the Indian market, and rightly so. This lipstick is creamy, velvety, smooth, lightweight and has the perfect matte finish. Absolutely love and adore this shade.

I have never come across a single person who has used this shade and not fallen in love). The shade is a dirty blue pink color as per the brand, but I find it more on the pinkish side with warm tones.

 

It is a perfect day wear color (not that you can’t wear it on a night out) and perfect for every weather. In my opinion, this shade truly stands out and Is by far my favorite lipstick and I have been using it for quiet a while now. 

The color along with the texture and how it sits on your lips makes it rank one among the 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India. It does not fade very quickly, although it does transfer. It lasts for a good 6-7 hours with just a single swipe. A must try shade and I am sure it will not disappoint you in any way.

PRICE
Rs. 1,750/- (3g)

5. Faces Canada Weightless Matte Finish Lipstick – Kissed Ruby

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Faces-Canada-Weightless-Matte-Finish-Lipstick-Kissed-Ruby

Faces Canada brings to us 15 irresistible shades in their new weightless matte finish range of lipsticks. Their products are safe to use as they are alcohol free, cruelty free, phthalates free and are infused with the goodness of natural oils like almond oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E.

These oils help moisturise and nourish your lips, keeping them healthy and hydrated at all times. As the name suggests, these lipsticks are weightless and extremely smooth on application. In just one stroke, you have a full luscious coverage, all thanks to their new diamond cut precision bullet cut on the lipstick. 

The shade Kissed Ruby is a warm, dark maroon shade which suits most skin colours and is a perfect evening/winter wear shade. Its warm swirls are reminiscent with a good rich bodies wine having a good pigmentation and long-lasting wear; making it rank on my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

 

In terms of packaging, it is quite similar to that of MAC cosmetics and a lot of their shades also are similar; but any who, you get similar shades at a much reasonable price so what’s not to love?

PRICE
Rs. 299/- (4g)

6. Renee Cosmetics FAB5 5 in 1 Lipstick

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Renee-Cosmetics-FAB5-5-in-1-Lipstick

The FAB 5 in 1 lipstick by Renee Cosmetics is simply a life saver and the most precious thing to carry in your bag if you can’t do without lipsticks. It comes in a pop and push pen kind of system with 5 small bullets that you can change by picking out the top colour and pushing it in the back of the case till you get your desired colour. 

The colours range from bold red to subtle pinks and corals that can match your mood or day. It is the most convenient lipstick, having 5 shades in 1 so you can easily choose your colour.

 

The texture is soft and creamy and easy to glide. It has a high pigmentation and the coconut oil present in its formulation helps moisturize and nourish your lips. The lipstick is also cruelty free and vegan, making it safe for everyday use. 

Its hassle free quality and wide range of colours help make it rank in my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 750/- (7.5g)

7. Nykaa So Creme! Creamy Matte Lipstick – Deja Nude

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Nykaa-So-Creme-Creamy-Matte-Lipstick-Deja-Nude

The Creamy Matte lipstick range from Nykaa has been quiet a rage since its launch; with 18 different shades on offer. The lipstick is creamy and velvety, with a little sheen on some of the shades.

It is more of a demi-matte lipstick but its creamy buttery texture enables it to glide on your lips in one swipe and leaves a long lasting and pigmented hue to your lips. The Deja Nude shade is a dark warm chocolaty nude shade (more on the brown side than nude). It is warm and dark, lightweight, and hydrating.

 

The lipstick gives a nude effect for people with a darker skin tone while giving a browner look to people with a fairer skin tone. I have used this a few times and have been impressed with the pigment, although the only con I face with this is that it is transfer proof and fades really fast specially if you have been eating or drinking often. 

But for the price that it comes at and also the creamy texture, it has my heart. Thus, making it rank on my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 299/- (4.2g)

8. Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution – Pillow Talk

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Charlotte-Tilbury-Matte-Revolution-Pillow-Talk

If you are looking for the perfect shade of nude lipstick, I promise your search ends here. The Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk is a silky-smooth lipstick, making your lips feel like cashmere silk. They are made with a blend of vitamin E, orchid extracts and a varied blend of other oils, waxes and triglycerides that make your lips feel extremely hydrated, plump and soft. 

Their revolutionary square edged bullet lipstick has 3D glow pigments in it that make your lips feel fuller and have a natural dewy glow at the same time having a matte finish. The shade is subtle and flattering and holds up really long even if you have been eating and drinking all along.

The lipstick
 easily lasts up to 10 hours without needing much of a touch up. It is the perfect shade for if you want to dress up or for a regular day at work. I absolutely love nude shades like this one as they are extremely versatile. 

This lipstick is worth every single penny and is one of the best shades and brands available in the market. Therefore, making it rank on my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 3,150/- (3.5g)

9. M.A.C Powder Kiss Lipstick – Teddy 2.0

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-M.A.C-Powder-Kiss-Lipstick-Teddy-2

This is another nude shade that I have come to love over time. It is a soft pinkish nude that is curated with a specially designed formula that blurs the lines on your lips, giving your lips a weightless, hydrating feel. The formula is designed as a powdery yet balmy pigment coated lipstick that has no shine at all (a perfect matte).

 

It is lightweight, moist and makes your lips soft to touch. The Teddy is the perfect shade of neither dark nor light, and works well with all skin colours and all seasons. 

It is a wonder shade which, like the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk can win over your hearts. Even though it is a bit expensive, it is still worth the price. Thus, listing it among the 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 2,200/- (3g)

10. Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick – Drivers Seat

10-Best-Lipstick-Brands-in-India-Smashbox-Always-On-Liquid-Lipstick-Drivers-Seat

The Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick is somehow the only liquid lipstick I have liked. I am generally not a fan of liquid lipsticks, but this one I tried at a store and somehow it just clicked. By now you might have guessed, I prefer nudes and pinks over other shades and lipsticks and this one is no exception. 

This lipstick is infused with the Smashbox Primer Oil that glides and sits on your lips so gently, it almost feels as creamy and nourishing as an oil. It is also enriched with jojoba, sunflower and apricot oils making it even more moisturizing and nourishing.

 

The best part about this lipstick is that it is waterproof, stays all day long (over 10 hours) and stays true to its color throughout. It is a lightweight formula that does not dry or clump easily and is very comfortable to wear. 

The lipstick is velvety yet matte and so pretty, you cant take your eyes off it. As it is waterproof, it comes off easily with an oil-based remover or any other remover for waterproof makeup.

 

Although it takes a couple of seconds to dry out, but once it does, the matte finish is like no other. I never liked liquid lipsticks because they are time consuming to perfectly apply and a little messy (sometimes making it uneven), but this one has no such issues. 

It glides perfectly and stays on point making it one of my most favorite liquid lipsticks and also rank in my list of 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India.

PRICE
Rs. 2,190/-

Conclusion – 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India

After carefully reviewing and analyzing various lipstick brands in India, here’s our list of the “10 Best Lipstick Brands in India”. The brands on this list have proven to be popular choices among consumers, with a wide range of colors and finishes that cater to different preferences. 

These brands offer high-quality and lasting wear, with excellent texture and formulation that keep the lips moisturized and nourished. From budget-friendly options to luxurious high-end brands, there is something for everyone on this list. 

Whether you’re looking for a matte finish or a glossy shine, these brands have got you covered. With this list of “10 Best Lipstick Brands in India”, you can now confidently choose a brand that suits your taste and budget, and enjoy the perfect pout all day long.

FAQ – 10 Best Lipstick Brands in India

1. What are the top 5 best lipstick brands in India?
The top 5 best lipstick brands in India are Maybelline New York, Lakme, L’Oreal Paris, Colorbar, and MAC.

2. Which lipstick brands are suitable for all skin types?
Brands like Maybelline New York and Lakme offer a range of lipsticks suitable for all skin types, including dry, oily, and sensitive skin.

3. What factors should I consider when choosing the best lipstick brand in India?
Factors to consider when choosing the best lipstick brand include the quality of ingredients, range of shades, lasting power, and packaging.

4. What are the best long-lasting lipstick brands in India?
Lipstick brands known for their long-lasting properties include MAC, Lakme, L’Oreal Paris, and Colorbar.

5. What are the best affordable lipstick brands in India?
Maybelline New York and Lakme are affordable options that offer a range of high-quality lipsticks.

6. Which lipstick brands offer the widest range of shades in India?
MAC and L’Oreal Paris are known for offering a wide range of shades, including bold colors that suit Indian skin tones.

7. What are the best moisturizing lipstick brands in India?
Brands like Maybelline New York and Lakme offer lipsticks that are formulated with moisturizing ingredients like shea butter and jojoba oil.

8. Which lipstick brands are cruelty-free in India?
Brands like Ruby’s Organics, Earth Rhythm, and Soultree are a few examples of cruelty-free lipstick brands available in India.

9. What are the best matte lipstick brands in India?
Brands like Maybelline New York and Colorbar offer a range of high-quality matte lipsticks that last for hours.

10. Which lipstick brand is the most popular in India?
Lakme is one of the most popular lipstick brands in India, known for its affordable yet high-quality range of lipsticks.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *