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Natalie Wright, Executive Assistant.

MUD Lipstick in Cocoa Berry, $4.50, available from Woolworths.

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Jo Abi, Entertainment Producer.

Max Factor Colour Elixir Lipstick in Ruby Tuesday, $20.95.

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Rachel Curtis, News Producer.

3CE Lip Marker in Indian Red, $28.

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Edwina Carr Barraclough, Health, Beauty and Style Editor.

Smashbox Cosmetics Always On Matte Liquid Lipstick, $35 (available exclusively at Mecca Maxima and here from 28 February).

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Belinda Jepsen, News Producer.

Burt’s Bees Gloss Lip Crayon in Bordeaux Vines, $16.95. Available in store and online from March 2017.

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"The colour, on the other hand... I tried Bordeaux Vines, a beautifully rich, deep crimson that lends a lovely lashing of glamour.”

Valentina Todoroska, Deputy Head of News.

Urban Decay The Ultimate Pair, $36 in Bad Blood. Launching 28, exclusively at Mecca Maxima and online here .

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“I'm a big fan of a bold red lip and when I tried Urban Decay's The Ultimate Pair in Bad Blood, I loved it. The lip liner really helped to define the shape of my lips which can be hard to do when you're using such an unforgiving colour. It acted as the perfect base to put the lipstick over the top. I did need to go over a few times to build it up but that can be expected with such a deep colour. I really loved that it's also more of a matte lip than a gloss.”

Caitlin Bishop, News Producer.

Burt’s Bees Tinted Lip Oil, $16.95. Available in store and online from March 2017.

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"The Burt's Bee's Tinted Lip Oil is a game changer. It feels beautiful on and - unlike other balms - it lasts the distance. It's nourishing and leaves your lips feeling extraordinarily soft. The colour of the tinted oil is subtle, which can be perfect for daytime wear.

"Here, I've paired it with Burt's Bees Gloss Lip Crayon, which also uses Shea Butter, Kendi Oil, and Jojoba Oil for a smooth and nourishing finish. I love the colour, but the feel of this lippy is why I've been using it every day