'I tried Tropic's lip stain to compare with Wonderskin and I'm shocked by the results'

Last summer, I caved and bought I’d seen online - needless to say, it did, and it quickly became one of my go-to products for everyday lip looks. Over winter, I decided to dip my toe into Wonderskin’s wide range of shades to see if they were all as good as the initial colour I’d picked - and .

Since then, I’ve been diving head-first into lip stains, trying to find one that lives up to Wonderskin’s capabilities - and .

I recently tried , which I wanted to see if it could rival the red shade I adore from Wonderskin—and the results genuinely surprised me.

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This boasts hours of wear with an easy application and vibrant pigment. Set to offer an effortless wash of colour that enhances any look, while promising a completely smudge-proof formula, this lip stain is an easy win for those looking for low-maintenance make-up with impressive results.

The is touted as ultra-hydrating. It’s enhanced with strengthening antioxidants that protect your lips while ensuring comfortable, all-day wear that doesn’t peel, crack, or transfer.

Whether you’re off to work, on a date, or heading out for a day and don’t fancy taking your lipstick with you, offers impressive pigment and accurate application, without any extra hassle.

Unlike Wonderskin, where you have to apply the slightly bizarre purple coat first, which has to set for a short period of time and then be peeled or wiped off, applies in an incredibly thin, almost water-like layer that feels completely weightless, and that’s it.

You can build on the colour if you prefer a darker or more pigmented look (which I did), or for a slight flush of more understated and natural colour. What’s more, it dries down completely, so you can add your favourite lip glosses and balms to the top without shifting the colour.

One product I’ve found that’s perfect for enhancing the colour of your preferred lip stain is , which adds an extra pop to the underlying colour for a slightly darker, bolder finish.

An ideal choice for buildable pigment that doesn’t take ages to set and enhance, is cheaper than Wonderskin with an affordable price tag of £14, whereas Wonderskin typically retails for £18.

The only downside that I’ve found with is that they have a smaller range of shades to choose from, which I don’t mind, as there’s only one or two that I would suit my make-up looks, but for those looking for various or specific options, you may be stumped. That said, Tropic have released limited-edition springtime shades to peruse right now, offering an elevated creamy formula that will carry you through the remainder of spring and into summer.

If you’d prefer to shop the iconic Wonderskin, you can pick up your new favourite in various shades for £18 . Or, if you’d rather keep to a budget, another lip stain I’ve found that is a great substitute with a smaller price tag is , which normally costs £10.99 but is currently on sale at Lookfantastic.