Rank 01
Best overall
Clinique
Almost Lipstick in Black Honey
Score9.2/10
Price$40
WhereMecca
The 'looks good on everyone' universal cult lipstick. Sheer berry-plum tint, 50 years running.
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The best lipstick in Australia, ranked.
Two lipsticks that earn their spot on every AU beauty editor's makeup shelf. One universal everyday tint. One benchmark red.
Verdict
What is the best lipstick in Australia?
The best lipstick in Australia is the Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey at AU$40. Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey is the universal cult classic. Scored 9.2/10 by GLOW editors after testing against 4 products in the category.
- Best overallClinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, AU$409.2/10
- Best redMAC Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo, AU$429.1/10
Editor's Pick
Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey
Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey is the universal cult classic. Sheer berry-plum with a green-to-pink pigment change that looks good on literally every skin tone. 50 years of sustained sales back this claim.
$40 AUD
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Rank 02
Best redMAC
Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo
Score9.1/10Price$42WhereMeccaThe original iconic matte red. Long-wear, blue-red undertone, zero shine. The red-lip benchmark.
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products tested
8 weeks
Review period
3
Skin types tested
47
Humidity readings
Common questions
What's the most universally flattering lipstick?
Clinique Black Honey. The green-tinted formula shifts to match your natural lip pigment, so it reads slightly different on each person, but always flattering.
Are long-wear lipsticks bad for lips?
Long-wear formulas are more drying. Use a lip balm underneath or stick with satin/balm finishes for daily wear.
How do I make lipstick last longer?
Exfoliate lips, apply balm, blot, apply liner, apply lipstick, blot, reapply. That's the Allure magazine method, reliably gets you 4-6 hours.
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