4 Editors Tested and Are Now Obsessed With the New L’Oréal Paris Infallible Matte Lip Crayons

Alanna, Associate Editor

Shade: Lavender Honey
I love a good lip crayon because it’s easy to apply, buildable and, most importantly, so incredibly comfortable to wear. When I first tried Lavender Honey, it was all that and more. The consistency is silky smooth and feels hydrating when applied onto the lips, and the best part is that a little product really goes a long way . If you don’t love the feeling of a liquid lipstick, this crayon a great alternative and after the color held up through a day of work, lunch and happy hour, I’d say it’s as “infallible” as it claims.

Jessica, Associate Editor at Popsugar Beauty

Shade: Flirty Toffee

It was nice to step out of my comfort zone (read: nude lipstick) with the Flirty Toffee Infallible Matte Lip Crayon. The deep, brick red shade stood out nicely on my light skin tone. The formula went on smooth and ultra-pigmented, meaning application was fast and easy. Despite the matte finish, it didn’t feel dry or tight on my lips like some lip crayon formulas tend to do. Another thing I can’t forget to mention is that it smells deliciously sweet, which only adds to the experience.

Samantha, Assistant Editor

Shade: Smooth Caramel

I stayed far away from matte formulas for a very, very long time. I generalized matte lippies into a drying, chalky category that would make my lips feel parched and look cracked. But when the Smooth Caramel landed on my desk and I gave it a quick swatch, I actually didn’t want to immediately reach for the makeup remover. It was surprisingly hydrating and creamy. Plus, I could actually rub my lips together and feel a smooth, soft texture. I have to say, I think the Infallible Lip Crayon has made me a matte lipstick convert.

Danielle, Assistant Editor at Popsugar Beauty

Shade: Spice of Life

I don't wear red lipstick (or any lipstick) very often, and when I do, I'm really selective about the reds I wear. The thing that made me a little nervous about this color is that it's actually a little lighter than the outer packaging suggests, but it ended up applying really smoothly and looking better on me than I thought it would. I'm pretty sure I'd wear this again if the right occasion called for it.