Best Burgundy Lipsticks of 2026

The L'Oreal above is the comfortable satin option; the Maybelline Color Sensational in Divine Wine is the one for a matte wine that still feels creamy. It is a classic bullet, not a liquid, and the formula includes honey nectar. On the lips, that translates to a glide that is easier to control than many mattes, especially around the cupid's bow.

What makes it worth a spot is the balance of color and texture. Divine Wine has enough depth to read as a true wine, the matte finish looks soft rather than chalky, and the price sits at the budget end of this group. We kept it in a bag for evenings when a shiny lip felt like too much, and it layered well over a thin balm without turning greasy.

It is a matte bullet rather than a stain, so we reach for it when a classic lipstick texture is what we want. A quick balm and blot before application keeps the finish from looking dry. If you want the same wine idea with more staying power, the Maybelline Super Stay 24 is the better tool; this one is for the days when a classic matte is the point. A single layer is enough for a full lip; a second coat is for evening.

The first step is the color; two minutes later, the balm end goes over the top. That sequence is not optional if you want the finish to stay put. The dual-ended tube keeps the balm with the color, so there is no separate stick to hunt for.

The payoff is the longest wear claim here: up to 24 hours, transfer-resistant and water-resistant, with a satin finish and deep burgundy undertones. We like the balm end because it keeps the color from feeling tight. The color is pigmented enough that one pass covers, though the doe-foot applicator rewards a steady hand around the edges.

Where it earns its place is for long days when you cannot think about your mouth: a wedding, a shift, a dinner that runs late. It is not the soft, lived-in wine look of the L'Oreal; it is a locked-in color that needs a proper remover at the end of the night. We reach for it when staying power matters more than the feel of a classic bullet. The balm is the detail that makes the whole thing wearable.

The Covergirl Continuous Color in Vintage Wine feels closer to a balm than most lipsticks in this group. The finish is creamy, the bullet glides on without dragging, and the formula lists vitamins A and E. That makes it the comfort-first choice before you even get to the color.

The color is the reason it earns a place: a soft wine that reads polished without looking severe. The six-hour wear claim is modest next to the longwear liquids here, but it is honest for a creamy bullet. We found it comfortable through a workday and easy to top up after lunch. If you want a burgundy that feels like part of your face rather than a statement, this is the one.

It is not a transfer-proof formula, so a glass will pick up color and a heavy meal will take some off. We accept that because the finish is so easy to live with, and reapplication takes seconds. The creamy texture also makes it forgiving if your lips are a little dry. It is the tube we keep for days when we want wine color without a full lip routine.

Bordeaux is the most literal shade name in this group, and that is the reason to start here if the color is your priority. The Rimmel Lasting Finish in 124 Bordeaux is a creamy vegan bullet with a dark burgundy tone and a subtle gold reflect. It looks like a wine lipstick rather than a red one that happens to be dark.

The wear claim is up to eight hours, which puts it between the six-hour Covergirl and the 24-hour Maybelline. The creamy formula glides on comfortably and doesn't feel heavy, and the Black Diamond pigment complex gives the color a little dimension. We found it best applied in a thin layer and built up, especially if you want the gold reflect to stay subtle rather than glittery.

The finish is creamy rather than matte, so it is comfortable for a full day. We like it best when we want a classic lipstick look with a little depth, not a liquid-matte statement. If you need something that survives a greasy meal, choose the Maybelline Super Stay 24 instead. It is the shade we choose when we want the wine to look like a color, not a finish.

Sizzlin' is an oxblood red, which is the edgier end of the burgundy spectrum. The NYX Lip Lingerie XXL is a liquid matte, and it lays down saturated color with a true matte finish. The doe-foot applicator gives you enough control to line the edges, then fill in.

The formula is vegan and buildable, and once it sets it stays put better than a bullet. It is not a moisturizing lipstick; it is the kind of matte that makes a statement. The color is deep enough that a little goes a long way, and a thin layer is easier to control than a heavy one.

Where it earns its also-consider spot is for a night out or a look where the lip is the main event. It is more dramatic than the L'Oreal or Covergirl, and it lasts through dinner better than either. We keep it for those evenings when an oxblood mouth is the point. The trade-off is that it can feel dry by the end of the night, so a balm underneath is worth the extra step. It is the one here that turns a burgundy lip into a deliberate look.

The Wet n Wild Silk Finish in Dark Wine is the least expensive way into a wine lip in this group, and that is not the only reason we keep it around. The bullet is creamy and buildable, not a flat matte, so it lets you decide how deep the color goes.

The formula includes vitamins A and E plus macadamia, and that shows up in how soft it feels on the lips. It is a silk finish, which means a little sheen rather than a high gloss. One pass gives a wearable wine tint; two or three build toward the darker shade in the tube.

The soft bullet is the thing to handle with care. It can smear if you press hard, so we build in thin layers and use a light hand around the edges. That is a small adjustment, not a dealbreaker, and it keeps the edges from looking messy.

What makes it worth a place is the freedom it gives you. It is the one we recommend when you want to try a dark wine without committing to a formula or finish you may not love. We treat it as the tester shade in our bag: easy to wear, easy to replace, and good enough that we reach for it beyond the first try.