I've Always Wanted Fuller-Looking Lips—This Unexpected Product Helped Me Get There Without Injectables

Lip liner stains are the secret to long-lasting makeup. One beauty editor shares her favourites.

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You'd think that because I'm a beauty editor, I've always got a full face of makeup on, right? Wrong. When it comes to makeup, I am downright lazy, and only reach for quick, easy products that I don't need to top up throughout the day, which is why I never, ever wear lipstick. I've tried some of the best formulas on the market, but no matter what I do, my lipstick never lasts for more than a few hours. Because of this, I simply throw on some lip balm and rush out the door.

Deputy beauty editor Grace Lindsay testing some of the most popular lip liner stains

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However, there's a new product emerging that is changing the game. I'm sure you've heard of lip stains, but have you ever come across a lip liner stain? A more precise version of the popular product, lip liner stains are perfect for those who like a defined lip that lasts all day. I've been testing some of the most popular ones over the last week or so, and have been so impressed by the results that I'm finding myself reaching for a lip liner stain daily. Not only do they look great, but they really last. No matter how many coffees I drink at my desk, my lip look is fully intact when I get home. Want to know more? Shop my favourite lip liner stains below.

The Best Lip Liner Stains, Tried & Tested

1. Summer Fridays Flushed Lip Stain

Deputy beauty editor Grace Lindsay wearing the Summer Fridays lip stain

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First up, my favourite lip product at the moment. New from Summer Fridays, this lip stain isn't technically a lip liner, but it's my go-to for a defined, long-lasting look.

The super-fine nib is ideal for creating a perfect outline, and the lightweight tint feels hydrating on the lips (thank you, aloe vera and panthenol). You can, of course, use this all over, but I like to use it as a liner, then go in with a nude lip gloss or clear balm. It's not a peel-off formula, so it's quick and easy to apply, and trust me when I say that it lasts all day. It's marketed as a subtle tint, but I'd actually say the buildable formula makes quite a statement.

2. Sacheu Lip Liner Stay-N Peel Off Lip Stain

Deputy beauty editor Grace Lindsay wearing the Sacheu lip liner

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If you want something that really won't budge, then let me get you onto the Sacheu lip liner stain. This is a peel-off formula, and while the doe-foot applicator isn't as precise as the option above, you can still get a really nice finish. The annoying thing is that you have to leave it on for up to 20 minutes before peeling it off, but trust me when I say that it's worth it for the long-lasting results.

It looks super dark when you first apply it, but once you remove the stain, you are left with a much more natural result. My top tips are to ensure your lips are hydrated beforehand, as this can cling to dry patches, and also to have a bit of cotton wool on hand for any parts that don't peel off straight away.

3. NYX Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie Lip Liner Stain

Deputy beauty editor Grace Lindsay testing the Nyx lip liner stain

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I can't stop raving about this lip liner stain from Nyx. It is one of the most precise liners I've tried, and you don't have to peel it off, so your lip look is complete in seconds. The transfer-proof formula feels really lightweight, and I've personally fallen in love with the selection of nude shades on offer.

It has an interesting ballpoint felt tip to create a sharp outline, but it does take a little longer if you want to use it all over the lips. The only downside I found with this one was that it wasn't as long-lasting as other formulas in this roundup, but apart from that, I can't fault it.

4. Sheglam Fall In Line Peel Off Lip Liner Stain

5. Kulfi Lassi Lips Staining Lip Liner

6. Wonderskin Wonder Blading All Day Lip Stain Peel Off Masque

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Grace Lindsay
Grace Lindsay
Deputy Beauty Editor

Grace Lindsay is the deputy beauty editor at Who What Wear UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.

As Who What Wear UK's deputy beauty editor, she covers everything from the latest hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.