Glo Skin Beauty Suede Matte Lip Crayon - Port

A matte lip color in pencil form, for full-coverage color that stays exactly where you put it.

Why it works

Matte and comfortable are often seen as opposites, and usually for good reason: a matte color is long-lasting because it contains very little oil, which is exactly what makes lips feel dry. Glo solves this by suspending the matte pigments in shea butter and mango seed oil, fats that keep the lips soft without letting the color slide. It also contains an antioxidant complex with vitamins C and E and plant extracts, which protects the lips against external influences.

The texture is velvety and matte. The color applies fully in one swipe, does not smudge, does not bleed into the lines around your mouth, and barely transfers.

About this color

Port is a medium-deep raisin shade: warm brownish-red with a purple undertone. Dark without becoming heavy, making it one of the few deep colors that remains wearable during the day. A typical autumn and winter color.

For whom

For those who want a color that lasts through a long day without needing a touch-up every hour: a workday, a party, or a night out that runs late. Even if you have fine lines around your mouth, matte is often the better choice, as it is less likely to bleed than gloss. If you have very dry lips, this is not your first choice, unless you apply balm underneath.

How to use it

First, trace the edges and then fill in the entire lip, otherwise, you will see an outline as it fades. After application, blot briefly with a tissue and apply a second thin layer. That second layer is what makes it last for hours. Use light pressure; the crayon is softer than it looks, and sharpen it with a crayon sharpener. Smudged on the apples of your cheeks, it also works as a blush.

My advice

Matte is discouraged for those with dry lips, and I find that too simplistic. It’s all about what you apply underneath. Gently rub your lips with a washcloth in the shower, let a balm soak in for about five minutes, blot off the excess, and only then apply color. That is how I do it in the salon as well. One thing you should know honestly: a matte color emphasizes every little flake that is still there. It hides nothing; it places color on what is there. Hence why those five minutes beforehand make such a difference.

Not sure if this color is the right one for you? Feel free to send me a message, and we can check it together.