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Classic Reds 💄
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My little sister just graduated and I spent way too long picking the perfect lip colors for her. Here's everything I considered and what actually made the cut.
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Everyday Nudes
 
Long-Wear Formulas 🙌
 
Pink Tones
 
Gift Sets 🎁
 
Lip Care Extras

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You can't go wrong with a red lip for graduation photos. These are the ones that actually stayed on through the whole ceremony.

 
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THE red lipstick. my sister wore this for every photo and it didn't budge.
Mini M·A·Cximal Silky Matte 12HR Wear Lipstick
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so creamy. feels like nothing on your lips.
The Nars Rita Audacious Lipstick Gets a Special-Edition
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this one screams "I just accomplished something big" 🎉
Sephora Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Red Matte Revolution
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lightweight formula, real pigment. great for someone who doesn't usually wear lipstick.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Kind Words Matte Lipstick
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expensive but worth every penny. the packaging alone feels like a gift.
PAT MCGRATH LABS MatteTrance™ Lipstick
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literally the most classic red that exists. just get it.
Rouge Dior Hydrating Lipstick and Couture Color
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Everyday Nudes

Not everyone wants a bold lip. These nudes are the ones my friends actually keep in their bags and reapply without a mirror.

 
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I know everyone talks about this one but it really does look good on literally everyone 😅
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Mini Lipstick & Lip Liner Set
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warm nude that works on so many skin tones. been repurchasing for years.
MAC Cosmetics M·A·Cximal Silky Matte 12HR Wear Lipstick
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soft and easy to wear
Rare Beauty Kind Words Matte Lipstick
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clean beauty pick. the formula is surprisingly hydrating for a matte.
Color Block High Impact Lipstick - ILIA
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gives a little plump without the sting. cute name for a grad gift too lol
Too Faced Lip Injection Cooling Instant Lip Plumper Gloss
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my mom's favorite nude. she has three backups.
L'Absolu Rouge Cream Lipstick - Lancô
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Long-Wear Formulas 🙌

Graduation day is LONG. Between the ceremony, dinner, and photos, you need something that survives it all.

 
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put this on at 8am and it was still perfect at dinner. wild.
Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color
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doesn't transfer to cups or masks. very impressive staying power.
Ysl Yves Saint Laurent Tatouage Couture Velvet Cream
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comfortable all day. no cracking or flaking which is rare for liquid lips.
Melted Matte Liquified Long Wear Matte Lipstick trial size
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tiny tube but the color payoff is insane 🔥
Powermatte Lip Pigment | Nars ≡ SEPHORA
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under $15 and outperforms stuff three times the price. perfect stocking stuffer too.
Cream Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick - SEPHORA COLLECTION
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more of a tint than a lipstick but it lasts surprisingly well for an oil
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil Stain
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Pink Tones

Pinks feel celebratory without being too intense. These are the shades I'd wrap up with a bow and feel confident about.

 
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sheer but buildable. adjusts to your natural lip color which is cool.
Dior Addict Lip Glow Balm
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feels luxurious to open. the click of that case is satisfying.
Tom Ford Beauty Pink Dusk Lip Color Review & Swatches
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okay it's more berry than pink but it gives the prettiest flush
Almost Lipstick in Black Honey | Glossy Lip Balm
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glossy, not sticky. smells faintly sweet. 🍬
Clean ShineOn Jelly Lip Gloss - Tower 28 Beauty
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this pink is sophisticated. great for someone starting their first job after graduating.
Armani Beauty Lip Maestro in shade 400 trial size - 1.5 ml
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pair this with any pink lipstick and you're set. smooth formula.
Patrick Ta Beauty Haul Review + Swatches
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Gift Sets 🎁

If you can't pick just one shade, a set takes the pressure off. These come in cute packaging that already looks gift-ready.

 
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perfect size to try before committing to full size
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Mini Lipstick & Lip Liner Set
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comes with multiple shades so they can figure out their favorite
Powder Kiss Lip & Cheek Matte Liquid Mousse
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three gorgeous shades in mini sizes. the gold packaging is SO pretty.
Pat McGrath Labs
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lip and cheek in one set. really thoughtful for someone building their collection.
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
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fun glosses, smells great, and the minis are travel friendly ✈️
Glossy Posse IX 4-Piece Lip Makeup Gift Set
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plumping gloss that actually works. my friend got this as a gift and won't stop talking about it.
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer Plumping Gloss
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Lip Care Extras

A nice lipstick deserves prepped lips. I always toss one of these in with the main gift because it shows you really thought about it.

 
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put this on before bed and wake up with the softest lips ever. not exaggerating.
Lip Sleeping Mask - LANEIGE
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subtle tint plus SPF. I keep one in every bag.
fresh Sugar Lip Balm Hydrating Treatment
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pricey but the texture is like silk. feels like a spa treatment 🧖‍♀️
Tatcha Kissu Hydrating & Plumping Lip Mask
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vanilla scent, melts right in. I've gone through four of these.
Lip Butter Balm - Summer Fridays
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doubles as blush which is genius for someone always on the go
MILK MAKEUP Lip + Cheek Cream Blush Stick with Hyaluronic Acid
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no fragrance, just pure moisture. great for sensitive lips.
Kiehl's Since 1851 Buttermask Intense Repair Lip Treatment
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