You’re probably reading the title of this post with some mild apprehension. “Ugh, not another post about pink-brown, ‘your lips but better,’ Kylie Jenner-inspired lipsticks.” While this might be yet another post about this popular makeup trend, I can guarantee you won’t be bored. This trend is about to be thoroughly tackled from the drugstore angle!

I’ve tested the most popular pink-brown drugstore lipstick shades and formulas against one another to find the best affordable “your lips but better” pinky-brown lipstick. Here are my reviews of each one, rated from worst to best. Enjoy!

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#8: Milani Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipstick in 61 Matte Naked

Best lipstick if you like vanilla-scented lip products

General Facts

• Purchase Price: $5.79
• Availability In Store: Walgreens, CVS
• Packaging: sturdy plastic

Product Breakdown

• Formula Type: fairly dry (highlights dry patches and pigment builds up)
• Application: smooth, easy to apply
• Pigment Intensity: most opaque option
• Longevity: 2 hours
• Moisture Level: minimal
• Undertone: brown with some gray
• Taste: Marshmallow-Vanilla
• Smell: Vanilla
• Appearance Once Set: lips look wrinkly and dry
• Staining: uneven staining concentrated at outer lip line
• Second Layer Application: moderately difficult, pigment builds up
• Transfer to Food/Drink: slightly
• Worth the Price: No

#7: Revlon Super Lustrous Creme Lipstick in 473 Mauvy Night

Best lipstick if you don’t like scented lipsticks or if you don’t like wearing lipstick