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From balms, oils to tints and multi-purpose lip and cheek hybrids

Not a huge fan of lipstick? Don't worry, there's now so many great alternatives on the market from lip tints, lip stains, tinted balms, lip oils and dual-purpose lip and cheek hybrids.

These formulas are made to stay put for hours without drying your lips. Packed with a cocktail of nourishing ingredients that help to keep lips supple whilst adding a wash of colour.

They’re often lower maintenance than your usual lipstick too, requiring less topping up. So, where to start and what to pick? With textures ranging from sheer, gloss, balmy, matte or high-shine, we've done the hard work for you and rounded up our faves.

Formulated with 12 natural and nourishing plant oils and created for a good cause, this Votary number ticks a lot of boxes.

Expect ingredients you'd typically find in your skincare serum - with hydrating humectant hyaluronic acid and vitamin E making this lip tint all about the moisture.

Dr Sam's first foray into lip cosmetics, this lip tint provides a wash of colour and plenty of skin-loving ingredients to boot.

Think of this like a lip balm tint with benefits. You'll get all the nourishment of your go-to balm with a lovely tint and IG-friendly packaging.

For £12, this purse-friendly option by PIXI still packs a punch when it comes to staying power and pigment.

Creating TikTok's favourite blotted lip trend, this lip tint by Revlon still ensures your pout stays hydrated.

A non-sticky vegan formula, this one comes loaded with the likes of jojoba, camellia and sesame oils.

Holiday coming up? Chantecaille's tinted balms are the perfect skincare-makeup hybrid for aperitivo time by the beach.