National Lipstick Day lies ahead on 29 July and it’s the perfect time for you to revamp your lipstick collection! Lipstick has the power to complete your look, and is an integral part of the makeup routine. We shine the spotlight on 8 lipsticks and lip makeup from our top K-beauty brands that have changed the lip game and conquered makeup looks all across the world. From glossy to matte, sheer to high impact, pucker up and get to know the top-tier lip formulas soon to grace your lips and express your personal style. Let’s get right into it.

Romand - Juicy Lasting Tint

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The Romand Juicy Lasting Tint snagged the Mid-Year VANA Award 2023 for Best Lip Makeup so of course it had to start us off. Coming in a wide range of shades with undertones to suit all, it’s not difficult to see why the VANA Team and Family love it so much: it touts vibrant, fruit juice-esque pigmentation with a glossy sheen that is oh-so-versatile and easy to wear. No stickiness, long-wearing, fades beautifully… it’s the lip tint that just keeps on giving.

Kaja - Gloss Shot

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After that K-pop idol glassy lip? The Kaja Gloss Shot is your secret weapon to achieving that coveted look. Glaze your lips with this high-shine, non-sticky and cushion-soft formula that’s infused with nourishing Jojoba Oil, Olive Squalane and Rosehip Fruit Oil. The lip gloss claims to provide 24-hour hydration, instantly softening the lips. Plus, it’s a vegan and cruelty-free formula made without parabens and other harmful ingredients.

CLIO - Crystal Glam Tint

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Speaking of K-pop idols, IVE’s An Yujin herself is a fan of the CLIO Crystal Glam Tint. The new addition to CLIO’s already-impressive lip lineup features refreshing shades of brights and neutrals with a glassy, crystal-like luster that adheres tightly to the lips. Think of a honey-like drizzle hit by sunlight. Yum. Take your pick from 8 dazzling shades that are suitable for every and all occasions.

Etude House - Mask Proof Fixing Tint

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Dry, crackly matte lipsticks are a thing of the past; meet the Etude House Mask Proof Fixing Tint that is everything a matte lip is supposed to be, and skips out on everything that it’s not. The hydro-matte texture ensures a comfortable moist finish that appears matte and sets down within 60 seconds of application, but still feels weightless on the lips after application and throughout the day. Once set, it promises to be budge-proof - take that, coffee cups and snacks.

heimish - Dailism Liquid Lipstick

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Don’t let the currently small shade range of the heimish Dailism Liquid Lipstick let you overlook this liquid lipstick formula. It offers a satin finish that straddles the line between glossy and matte, the smooth lacquer filling in lip lines without the need for a primer. A dual moisturizing film prevents moisture evaporation and ensures the lips remain moisturized all day, so you can go about your day without having to worry about your lipstick.

peripera - Ink Velvet Intense Stick

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You can never go wrong with a classic bullet lipstick, and the peripera Ink Velvet Intense Stick takes that familiar experience up a notch. With a formula reminiscent of fluffy whipped cream, one swipe of this lipstick delivers striking pigmentation as vivid as real ink, if not more. The current shade range includes 5 beautiful nude shades that stand out from the typical pinks and corals. Go ahead, find and stock up on your MLBB shade.

MEMEBOX - I'M MEME Drawing Atelier Velvet Lipstick

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Seeking an underrated lipstick to shake things up in your makeup collection? The MEMEBOX I'M MEME Drawing Atelier Velvet Lipstick has got to be one of the most slept-on formulas from a K-beauty brand that definitely deserves more hype. Made to complete any look, it imparts vivid color payoff with a soft, velvety texture (hence the name) that can be blended out or layered on depending on your mood. The selection of nude and bold shades lets you express your personal style however you choose, helping you nail your MOTDs.

3CE - Blur Water Tint

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If you’re a fan of the effortless blotted lip look, look no further than the 3CE Blur Water Tint. This unique watery gel formula applies a sheer coat of color onto the lips that dries down to the prettiest soft-matte, pillowy finish and blurs lip lines. Fans of this formula agree that it practically feels like you’re not wearing anything and their lips remain comfy all day long. Wear it as a stain or build it up for more intense saturation - user’s choice.

Pick up your lip essentials ahead of National Lipstick Day to elevate your makeup routine! Make sure you’re following us on Instagram and Facebook, as well as keeping an eye on the VANA Blog, so you receive all the latest news, promos and information!