There is nothing worse than a lipstick that smudges and fades, check out these reliable brands for long-lasting color.

How do you decide what is the best lipstick? There are a lot of factors, price for quality, how often you have to reapply and the base ingredients for healthy lips.

In this article you can expect a guide to the best long-lasting lipsticks, meaning which ones will withstand your day-to-day life without needing to be reapplied within a few hours. You can depend on these brands, and some specific products to maintain full color for up to six hours.

Always bring your lipstick with you in your bag for touchups, but you can expect that these bands won't give you the horrifying lack of color after drinking your coffee. Check out the pros and cons of the longest-lasting lipstick brands and products on the market.

NYX is a fan favorite, mostly because of the price for the quality. From their Liquid Matte Lingerie line to the cream Mate Soft lip cream, and their newest product the Shine Loud High Shine Lip.

This product is interesting because it has a dual applicator, one side for matte and another with a clear gloss, so you can get either look with the same product. The product claims to last for up to 16 hours without fading out, making it a standout for price and long-lasting color.

Pat McGrath is a brand that you might not have heard of as it is less viral than some celebrity brands, among makeup professionals it is very widely known and respected. While their products are a bit pricy, comfort is what you pay for in their lipstick.

Try the MatteTrance Lipstick product that feels smooth to the touch, but finishes with matte long-lasting color.

Kim Kardashian's main makeup artist is Mario Dedivanovic, and after working with Kim for over a decade he launched his own makeup brand. With his makeup artist expertise, he is someone to trust with the best formulas which are notable in the lipstick especially.

The Ultra Suede product has full color and finish and can outstand an entire day of eating, talking and staying hydrated. It stands out for drying down but not drying out, with just a single swipe you have the full effect of the pigment.

Another brand that is cruelty-free and on a drugstore budget is BLK/OPL. Their products are long-lasting, so much that it even leaves a slight stain. They are however pigmented, no need to reapply or add more than one coat.

Try the ColorSplurge Liquid Matte product for a full day of color without reapplying.

Maybelline is a brand that you can trust and definitely afford. In terms of the drug store brands, the quality is really good and they have some exciting eco-solutions for the future of the company.

A standout product is the SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick. The matte product is long-lasting and easy on the wallet for sure, but it is not cruelty-free or clean at the moment as some of the Maybelline products are. It might feel a little dry towards the end of the day, but that is a common feature of matte lipstick anyways.

A long-time beauty industry favorite is Anastasia Beverly Hills. It has an easy application, and you don't need a lot of product to get the full effect. Try the Liquid Lipstick product, but do have a good makeup remover handy for the end of the day. Another downside to this product is there are limited color options at the moment.

Clarins is a trusted brand and makes this list because they have a very innovative product: lip oils. These products create a matte look, but with a hydrating oil formula as opposed to a liquid matte.

Try the Lip Oil Intense product, as there are various oils, some with a lighter finish, but the intense formula looks like a matte product but with the lightness and comfort of a cream product.

Glossier is a standout brand for its ethics and values, but the products are also amazing. The downside to most of their lip products is you do need to reapply, and the colors are made to be layered so you do need more than one coat.

But you can be sure to have a long-lasting unique color for your skin that you won't be sorry about. Plus it feels hydrating and light as a feather.

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There is a reason that people are hyped about Fenty Beauty: it works. Their lipsticks are innovative and come in a huge variety of colors to perfectly complement a variety of skin tones, and they are always listening to improve their pigments.

The matte product is long-lasting and hydrating.

Related: Must-Have Products From The Fenty Beauty Line

Rare Beauty is somewhat of a newbie to the makeup and beauty industry, but it is definitely made a name for itself, especially with its lip colors and products. Aside from famous lip glosses, their matte product has a long-lasting effect with many color options.

Have fun with the many different bright colors from Rare Beauty. 

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Georgia Sheppard graduated from the University of California with two degrees in psychology and molecular biology. While finishing her studies she became an editor for City on a Hill Press where she began her writing career. She then went on to teach English and work for various companies as a freelance content and blog writer. She is excited to continue her passion creating diverse content as a staff writer for TheTalko.