How to prep your lips for the best matte lipsticks of the season

Like most beauty lovers, we cantget we have enough matte lipsticks in our hands. These persistent formulas are availableinawiderangeofcolorfromnakedвdeeprednessиpurpleare constantly evolving and improving, with some of our favorite brands releasing versions of them on a regular basis. So it's obvious that matte lipsticks aren't going anywhere, and they're not going to be out of the picture anytime soon. On that note, we're sharing with you some of our favorite L'Oreal Paris matte lipsticks for you to enjoy this season. But first, be sure to follow our tips for prepping your lips for matte lipstick to keep lips soft and inviting. Get it together!

FIRST THING: PREPARE THE INFLATION 

Before reaching for a matte lipstick, prep your lips first! Before applying, gently exfoliate your lips with a lip scrub or scrub to remove dead skin cells and flakes. Apply a light lip conditioner or balm to help moisturize your lips. This step is a must all year round, whether or not you wear lipstick, as the delicate skin on the lips is free of sebaceous glands and is more prone to drying out. When it comes to matte lipsticks, pre-moisturizing your lips can be incredibly helpful, as some matte lipstick formulas can cause unwanted dryness, especially with frequent use. Also, the more hydrated your lips are, the easier the lipstick will glide on and the better it will look. (Have you ever tried lipstick on dry lips? Not cute.) 

Now that your lips are prepped, it's time to color in! Read on for some of our favorite L'Oreal Paris matte lipsticks and glosses!

TheOREALPARISLEMATTELIPPEN 

Lip pencils are great for girls on the road who don'ttnecessarilyhavetimeв Apply lip liner before every swipe. Their narrower applicator provides more precision than a traditional lipstick, but with the same velvety matte formula. L'OrealParis' Le Matte Lip Pen comes in 5 matte shades, perfect for everyday wear, in a convenient pen-shaped tube. Simply turn the product knob and apply starting from the center of the upper lip. Move to the outer edges, following the contours of the mouth, to achieve perfectly pigmented lips.

TheOrealParisLematteLipPen. MSRP $9.99.

L'OREAL PARIS INFALLIBLE PRO-MATTE GLOSS

Don't be fooled by its name. This "gloss" will fulfill all your matte desires. Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss by L'Oreal Paris is a liquid lip cream formula that glides on like a gloss but dries smoothly like your favorite matte lipstick. With a doe's foot applicator, applying this creamy formula to lips and defining their natural shape is as easy as it gets. Available in 10 shades from soft pink to dark plum, you're sure to find a Pro-Matte Gloss to complement your complexion.

L'Oreal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Gloss. MSRP $9.99.

L'OREAL PARIS PRO-MATTE LIQUID LIPSTICK

If you're anything like us, you love using makeup products that last for hours, and we mean the latest! When it comes to makeup (sunscreen is another story!), we are consummate enthusiasts, which brings us to our next favorite: L'Oreal Paris Pro-Matte Liquid Lipstick. This liquid formula dries to a matte finish that's impressively long-lasting and won't leave you indifferent in the middle of the day. Plus, with a choice of ultra-wearable colors, we're confident this will become your new favorite line. Stay tuned to find out when L'Oreal Paris Pro-Matte Liquid Lipstick hits stores near you!

TAKE IT OFF: MICELLAR WATER TO SAVE

When it comes to lipstick, longevity is a very important factor. However, there comes a time at the end of the day when we really want to get it off our lips! To effortlessly wash off matte lipstick at the end of the day, we recommend L'Oreal Paris Complete Cleanser Waterproof Micellar Cleansing Water. Tiny micelle molecules remove makeup with just a few swipes of a cotton pad. To use, soak a cotton pad and hold it over your lips for a few seconds, then gently wipe to remove. Very simple.  

L'Oreal Paris Complete Cleanser Waterproof Micellar Cleansing Water. MSRP $9.99.