Everyone loves a beautiful lip color. Whether you like reds and pinks, or something more adventurous like a bold black or a neon yellow, we love that splash of color, and it simply just completes our overall look.
But we all know the struggle of keeping your lip colored and gorgeous – we end up having to reapply it multiple times throughout the day. It can get incredibly annoying.
That’s why you need the best Korean lip tint. A lip tint acts as a lipstick but the color lasts longer than a normal lip product because it “stains” your lips.
A Korean lip tint not only provides you with a flawless color that lasts all day, but it’ll help moisturize your lips and keep them healthy. It’s no wonder why they’re so popular. Ahead, you’ll find our favorite picks that won’t dry out your lips.
Best Korean Lip Tints Reviewed
1. Mamonde Creamy Tint Crayon
Mamonde has a powerful little lip tint that colors your lips with intense pigment, coming in 10 different shades. If you’re looking for pink color, you can choose from Bouquet Nude, Baby Rose, Velvet Rose, or Velvet Coral.
And if you’re looking for more of a red hue, there’s Velvet Scarlet, Classic Burgundy, Velvet Red, Apple Bite, Light Up, Blood Orange, and Red Pepper. You will definitely find a color that you will love and want to use every single day, whether you want a bold red or a subtle pink.
Because of the formula and the crayon shape applicator, this glides on so easily and smoothly. You’ll get a matte finish without any of the dryness or flakiness that many matte lip products give.
What’s more, it’ll leave your lips colorful, supple, luscious, and tasty. All of the glosses taste delicious, which is one of the best parts about putting on a lip product (right?). Your lips will be irresistibly kissable and you won’t need to reapply afterward. Score!
Even though this is a gloss, it won’t leave that sticky feeling that many lip glosses leave. Even better? It’s really hydrating.
You’ll have creamy, velvety, moisturized lips all day long.
2. ETUDE HOUSE Dear Darling Water Gel Tint
Okay, first of all, this lip tint is just absolutely adorable. It looks like a little ice cream popsicle. More importantly, it’s super hydrating, juicy, and long-lasting.
It comes in five sweet shades: Red Bean Red, Apricot Red, Shark Red, Honey Red, and Red. And believe me, they smell just so fabulously fruity. Oh, and they taste like a Summer dream and are perfect for those warm, sunny months.
It features a buildable formula, so you can adjust your look as you desire. Just apply a coat or two for a more glossy, dewy look or do a few swipes for a bolder lip.
Go from a running-errands-kind-of-day to a night on the town with your girlfriends effortlessly. Not only will you have a gorgeous lip color, but you’ll also have healthy lips too. And we know that you’ll look absolutely gorgeous no matter what.
3. Peripera Ink Airy Velvet Lip Tint
Want a softer, more romantic look? Well, look no further because Peripera’s Velvet Lip Tints are straight magic. This formula allows you to build so that you can achieve a softer gradient or matte finish.
This may come in a 0.14 oz, which may seem like a little but it packs a serious punch. It comes in 15 stunning shades, each with a precision applicator that can easily line your lips so you’ll get a perfect application every time. Additionally, it will also help fill out any fine wrinkles or curves, so you’ll get fuller lips with just a swipe or two.
This is the most amazing lip tint for the warmer months of Spring and Summer, but it’s perfect for any time you have a date night. Your S.O. will find you absolutely irresistible.
4. PONY EFFECT Favorite Fluid Lip Color
This lip color is so pure and sweet. It applies very glossily and sheer, just as a normal lip gloss would, and stains your lips with a natural look over time. As described on Amazon by PONY EFFECT: the lip tint will give you that “My lip but better” look.
This formula is incredibly moisturizing and won’t settle into any fine lines or wrinkles of your lips, so your mouth will look supple and sweet all day long. You can also use this on your cheeks for a little blush. Just dab a small amount on the apple of your cheeks and blend with your fingers. So you’ll have a pretty pout and rosy cheeks, all thanks to one product.
There are 15 (yes, 15!) shades to choose from — Sheer Delight, Go Pitapat, Romantic Breath, Love Potion, Desire, My Pleasure, Adore You, Fetal Allure, Due Respect, Lavish Praise, Irresistible, Secret Admirer, Be Agape, Cherish Values, and Simon Pure (which is my personal favorite).
With so much to choose from, you’ll want to experiment with all the colors.
5. the SAEM Saemmul Mousse Candy Tint
Everyone loves when a product comes in cute and aesthetically-pleasing packaging, right? Well, of course! And this is by far one of the cutest ones. This lip tint comes looking like a piece of candy and it’s just plain adorable.
Not only is the packaging cute, but what’s inside is what really matters: this tint is infused with hyaluronic acid and honey extract to keep your lips moisturized, supple, and soft. It gives you a satin finish with this lightweight formula. It’s sweet in more ways than one!
There are a few shades to choose from on Amazon, including Peanut, Chai Tea, Carrot, Red Mango, Grapefruit, and Strawberry. They’re so affordably adorable that you’ll want to collect them all. They also all smell super fruity, so this lip tint really is the whole package.
6. lilybyred Mood Liar Velvet Tint
If you prefer a natural, no-makeup look, then this is the best Korean lip tint you can buy. Coming in six stunning and highly pigmented shades, this lip stain is quite popular among shoppers on Amazon. You can choose from Red, Red Orange, Coral Brown, Orange Brown, Marsala, and Brick Red.
This product is formulated with hydration capsules and oil-based ingredients, which nourish the lips and keep your lips looking glossy and luscious. Even after 6 hours of wear, the tint leaves a lovely, natural shade on your mouth. You will look beautiful and sweet as always.
Just be a little careful when applying this one, however. The lip stain dries incredibly quickly, so it’s a bit more difficult to blend. However, it is smudge-proof and kiss-proof, so you’ll have that pretty pigmented pout all day long.
7. rom&nd Glasting Water Tint
Now, this is a luxurious little lip stain that has an impressive 4.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon. People just love this product. It will add a luster and shine without the stickiness. You’ll have luscious lips and a lovely tint for hours with this product.
There are 8 glorious shades to choose from, including Coral Mist, Red Drop, Brick River, Vintage Ocean, Rose Splash, Purple Shower, Pink Valley, and Rose Stream. These are all highly pigmented and the watery texture of the lip tint keeps them feeling refreshed and soft.
The romantic colors and the irresistible shine will give you Instagrammable results while still accentuating your own natural beauty! Go ahead and take as many selfies as you want – your confidence will be soaring when you wear this lip tint!
8. isoi Bulgarian Rose Lip Balm
Despite what the name may suggest, this is a Korean brand and it is a lip tint with the moisturizing power of a lip balm. This is a great product for winter when everyone is prone to dry, cracked lips. We love a product that’s effortless for those busy moments. Well, this is that product.
This is made with isoi’s signature Bulgarian rose oil (hence, the name) that contains rich vitamins that help to brighten up your complexion, even the complexion of your lips.
It also contains other organic ingredients, such as jojoba oil and macadamia ternifolia seed oil, which both help to smooth out the skin.
The only downside to this product is that there are only two shades: Pure Red and Baby Pink. However, these are both stunning shades and they work so great that you’ll always want to keep one on hand.
Tips on Choosing the Best Korean Lip Tints
First things first, let’s talk about the difference between a lip tint or lip stain versus a lipstick.
Lipstick is generally made with waxes and oils to make them creamier and moisturizing, whereas a lip stain has a gel or liquid base. And because lipstick is made with waxes and oils, they tend to come off easily and will require touch-ups throughout the day.
A lip tint tends to require very little upon application to last all day, and thus, you won’t have to worry about reapplying it.
Also, a lip tint is meant to be effortless – just apply like any other lip product, such as lipstick or lip gloss, and have a lovely set of lips that’ll boost your confidence and make you look absolutely radiant. But what should you look for in a lip tint?
Find a buildable formula
You want a product that you can build so you can easily change your look without much effort. Whether you want a softer, more natural look one day or a bold, intense look the next day, you’ll find it with a good lip tint.
Or even if you’d like to transition from a day at the office to a night on the town, a buildable formula will do just that. Luckily, we have 10 K-beauty lip tints for you to choose from and experiment with.
Picking your color
Okay, now deciding on your color is always the fun part, but it can be tricky. Many lip tints come in colors that are more suited to mimic natural lip shades, such as pinks, reds, and browns.
The reason for that is because lip tints will still wear off a little bit after some time (just like any other product), but they will leave a good amount of color behind, and it helps when the color is as close to your natural lip shade as possible.
In order to find your perfect shade, it’s always best to try before you buy. If the store allows you to, try a sample of the lip stain to see what shade works best for you.
You don’t have to spend tons of money on simply experimenting with different brands or products – simply start with a more affordable and cheaper brand to simply find the color that works best for you.
After you’ve found your shade, look for the color closes to your perfect match in whichever brand you’re looking into.
How to Apply Lip Tints Like a Korean
When applying the lip tint, it is crucial that you have healthy, nourished, and moisturized lips. Lip tints can easily highlight dryness or flaws of the lips and no one wants that! We want our lips to look flawless and kissable.
We recommend exfoliating your lips before applying a lip stain. Simply use a DIY sugar scrub (using sugar and an oil, like olive or coconut oil), your favorite store-bought sugar scrub, or even your toothbrush. Yes, your toothbrush. Just lightly scrub your lips with your toothbrush for noticeably softer lips.
After exfoliating, it’s time to hydrate and moisturize. Simply apply your favorite lip balm and let it sit for a few minutes so that it can sink into your lips.
Now that you’ve prepped your lips, now it’s time to apply your new favorite lip tint. It’s time to go on and take on the world with your confidence, your sass, and your gorgeous lips.
After a day of having pretty little lips, we gotta remove it (and yes, always remove your makeup at the end of the day). Because lip stains are meant to, well, stain your lips, it can be a little difficult to remove after the day is done.
To remove it, simply use a makeup remover wipe, or put a little makeup remover made with a gentle formula on a cotton ball or reusable cotton pad. You want to be mindful and use a gentle remover because some cleansers can over-exfoliate your lips and can dry out your lips.
Conclusion
Finding a great lip color can always be a challenge, but hopefully, we’ve made that venture a bit easier for you with our favorite Korean lip tints. Which one are you going to try next? Let us know in the comments below!
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Sheryll is a lifestyle editor with over 7 years of experience in beauty. She is obsessed with Korean skincare, and she mostly covers the Beauty and Skincare space at Skin Seas.