If 2016 was defined by crisp, ultra-matte liquid lipsticks in bold, opaque shades, consider the blurred lip its softer, more modern counterpart. The updated spring 2026 trend feels like a subtle rebellion against precision, trading sharp lines and full coverage for something more diffused, dimensional and effortlessly worn-in.
Instead of coating the entire lip evenly, the blurred lip look centers richer pigment in the middle, fading out into a hazier edge. A touch of lip liner can help shape the perimeter, but it should be gently smudged rather than sharply defined. Intentional imperfection is the goal. The result is a matte-ish finish that feels less rigid and far more lived-in.
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Ahead, we’ve rounded up our favorite products for creating a blurred lip look. You won’t need any shiny glosses for this one — just apply a hydrating lip balm first to keep your pout from drying out.
In this article: Rhode Peptide Lip Shape Contouring Lip Shaper, Peripera Ink The Velvet Lip Tint and VIOLETTE_FR BISOU BALM Sheer Matte Lipstick
This sheer, buildable balm makes an excellent base for your blurred lip look. It’s comfortable and hydrating, without giving an overly glossy look. In addition to the viral Black Honey hue and Pink Honey shade, the brand just launched a new Nude Honey color.
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Rhode Peptide Lip Shape Contouring Lip Shaper
This thick, retractable liner from Hailey Bieber’s Rhode glides smoothly and easily like a lipstick and provides soft, matte color. Use the silicone smudger on the back end to blur out the liner for a softer look.
Peripera Ink The Velvet Lip Tint
This lightweight lip tint helps you achieve softly diffused gradient lips with its buildable formula. Unless traditional matte lip products, it’s infused with jojoba oil, hyaluronic acid and marine collagen to keep your pout soft.
CoverGirl Clean Fresh Yummy Blur Lip Color
Matte and hydrating at the same time, this pillowy lipstick has a silky-soft texture. It’s formulated without parabens, talc and mineral oil.
With a creamy, soft matte finish, this retractable liner adds fullness with a gently blurred edge.
VIOLETTE_FR BISOU BALM Sheer Matte Lipstick
This lipstick-meets-balm is hydrating with a sheer-matte finish for a lived-in look. It comes in eight shades.
This non-drying formula provides long-lasting color that can be smudged out with your finger for a more blurred look. Choose from 11 hues.
Glossier Generation G Sheer Matte, Fragrance-free Lipstick
Designed to give a blotted look, this buildable, sheer-matte lipstick is perfect for creating a soft-edged appearance. The fragrance-free formula is great for sensitive skin.
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