Lip Crayons

I absolutely love lip crayons. As someone who has always found lipsticks high maintenance and a faff to put on and reapply, lip crayons have been a total revelation and lots of fun. I carry several shades in my bag at all times as they are so easy to apply on the go. Since Clinique introduced the iconic Chubby Sticks, most make up brands have produced their own versions of lip crayons. Most come as twisty pencils that don't require sharpening. Personally I avoid the ones which require sharpening. Here are my top picks :

Bourjois Color Boost Lip Crayon

They come in 6 flattering shades and offer a great colour pay off and glossy finish. They are long lasting and moisturising on the lips. An added bonus is that they offer an SPF15 protection. I love Peach on the Beach which is a soft pinky nude shade that goes with most make up looks, and Fuscia Libre as a vibrant, wake-me-up colour which looks amazing on minimal make up days.

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain

These crayons offer a more opaque finish and are incredibly long lasting.The pigment in them is densely packed and the shades are modern and very flattering. I adore Crush Beguin for winter berry lips and Honey Douce for lips that looks like my natural colour but better. People with sensitive lips may find that the peppermint in them is a bit drying on the lips.

Clinique Chubby Stick Intense Moisturising Lip Colour Balm

I feel that the Intense version of the original Chubby Sticks is an improvement on their predecessor. They offer better colour pay off, travel less on the lips and stay put for longer. Like other Clinique lip products, they work great at keeping lips moisturised. My favourite shade of the range is Mightiest Maraschino which is a gorgeous cherry red colour.

Rimmel London Colour Rush Balm

Gorgeous shades, lovely weightless feel on the lips and amazing staying power. These lip crayons have a faint vanilla smell and keep lips soft and comfortable. I have been wearing Not an Illusion a lot- it's a lovely browny nude shade that looks great with stronger eye make up.