Is your make-up kit bursting with lip colours, glosses and balms? It’s time then to give your vanity case some breathing space and fill it with vivid lip crayons instead. These lip crayons — they look like oversized crayons — are funky, cute and easy to use. No wonder that top make-up brands including M.A.C, Clinique, Chambor and Max Factor have a strong line-up of lip crayons in a host of happening hues. So, arm yourself with this wonder wand and get a pretty pout with just one swipe!

MAX FACTOR
It’s time to bring on warm winter shades like Hot Chocolate and Intense Plum. The Colour Elixir Giant Pen Stick from Max Factor offers these snug shades on a sculpted tip which glides effortlessly on the lips. These offer the convenience of application (quite like a lipstick) and the ease of use of a pencil while delivering strong colours on the lips. 
Price: Rs 675

CLINIQUE
Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm is the perfect take-home lip colour for those who struggle with chapped lips. You’ll be spoilt for choice as there are many as eight lip tints loaded with the goodness of mango and shea butters that’ll leave your lips soft and nourished while giving them a subtle sheen. Opt for Supreme Sorbet if you’re looking for a natural-looking lip colour. For extra moisturising there’s the Chubby Stick Intense Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm range available in 16 hues (of these Heftiest Hibiscus is definitely a great pick).
Price: Crayons in both collections are priced at Rs 1,450

CHAMBOR
If you’re sold on earthy tones, Chambor’s Extreme Matte Long Wear Lipcolour will be perfect for you. Available in shades like Burnt Rose, Aztec Brick and Earthy Red, these lip crayons come with a velvety and creamy finish. The lightweight formula is water-resistant and keeps the lips hydrated for long hours.
Price: Rs 795

THE BODY SHOP 
Would you care for a thick stick that does double duty as a blush? The Lip & Cheek Velvet Stick from The Body Shop does exactly that. It not only serves as a nourishing lip crayon but can be used on the cheeks to add some colour to them. Infused with a subtle floral fragrance, this stick comes in six flattering hues including nude, bronze and coral.
Price: Rs 995

LAKMÉ
If you’re in the mood to experiment and play with bold hues, try the Lakmé Absolute Lip Pout. This new range of cheerful chubby lip tints from Lakmé comes in a crayon format and offers six intense, matte lip colours. So flaunt high-definition lips this festive season in shades like Magenta Magic, Scarlet Red, Tangerine Touch and more! In a single stroke you get a sculpted, long-lasting pout too.
Price: Rs 650

REVLON
If you’re looking not just for different shades but also for finishes, then Revlon’s ColorBurst Crayon Collection is worth checking out. For, the range features two different finishes — Lacquer Balm in eight shades and Matte Balm in six hues. These lip crayons are infused with shea, mango and coconut butter and have a subtle peppermint fragrance. Take your pick from Croquette (light pink), Enticing (that’s light maroon), Flirtatious (dark pink) from the Lacquer Balm range or go for the Audacious (coral) and Mischievous (orange) from the Matte Balm collection.
Price: Rs 800

FACES
Faces Ultime Pro Matte Lip Crayons are ideal for an understated yet stylish look. Select from six scintillating shades like Peach Me, Really Rust and Irresistible Pink. These creamy crayons not only glide effortlessly on the lips but are also water-resistant. A matte finish and intense hydration are perfect add-ons. 
Price: Rs 799

M.A.C
Seeking a high-impact look? Then try the Patentpolish Lip Pencil from M.A.C. With a single swipe you get the soothing touch of a lip balm, the colour and shimmer of a gloss and the precision of a lip pencil. Available in 14 shades, these magic wands come with twist-up applicators. Choose from Ruby or mid-tone rose, Spontaneous (soft plum with pearl) or Go for Girlie (a bright yellow-pink). 
Price: Rs 1,800

♦ Chambor: Available at Pantaloons and Shoppers Stop at South City Mall and Westside at Mani Square Mall in Calcutta
♦ Max Factor: Available at Lifestyle store, Quest mall, Calcutta
♦ M.A.C: Available at M.A.C stores in Quest mall in Calcutta and Palladium mall in Mumbai
♦ Clinique: Available at Clinique stores at Palladium mall in Mumbai and Select Citywalk mall in Delhi
♦ Faces: Available in Faces stores at Select Citywalk mall in Delhi and Grand Galleria mall in Mumbai
♦ Revlon: Available at Shoppers Stop in South City Mall and Forum mall in Calcutta
♦ The Body Shop: Available at The Body Shop stores in Quest mall and South City Mall in Calcutta
♦ Lakmé: Available across all Lakmé outlets in Calcutta

Compiled by Lubna Salim