Balm-Like Matte Lipsticks

Merit's Signature Lip Blush Has Gel-Wrapped Pigments in Olive Oil

Merit's Signature Lip Blush is a new launch from the minimalist, multitasking beauty brand and it's as effortless as the rest of the lineup. This sheer, lightweight matte formula boasts a comfortable, balm-like feel thanks to an innovative formula with gel-wrapped pigments in olive oil, which does the double duty of delivering even applications and deep hydration with a swipe. Merit's Signature Lip Blush is available in a range of soft shades, from baby pink and brick red to rose brown.

Beauty lovers want the velvety, high-impact finish of matte lipstick without the chalky, drying formulas that defined the category for years—now, comfort is non-negotiable. Matte lipsticks of today need to deliver color and a soft, lightweight feel that doesn't leave lips begging for balm shortly after.

Moisturizing Matte Lipsticks
The rise of moisturizing matte lipsticks that ensure both vibrant color and hydration represents a shift in consumer demand for comfort and quality.
Multitasking Beauty Products
An increasing interest in minimalist beauty routines is driving innovation in products that offer multiple benefits beyond their primary function.
Natural Ingredient Infusions
There is a growing trend toward incorporating natural ingredients like olive oil in beauty products to deliver enhanced hydration and skin benefits.

Industries Being Reshaped

Cosmetic & Personal Care
The cosmetic industry is seeing a surge in demand for products that integrate advanced, hydrating formulas to satisfy changing consumer preferences.
Natural & Organic Beauty
The natural beauty industry is expanding as consumers become more conscious of ingredient sources that promise both safety and skincare benefits.
Minimalist Beauty
A shift towards minimalist beauty is fostering growth in the creation of versatile, all-in-one cosmetic products that simplify beauty regimens.
SCORE
9.3 out of 10
GENDER
10% Men90% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 100%
Activity 100%
Freshness 79%

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