India, Aug. 13 -- When I am shopping for a lipstick, I often find myself stuck between a liquid formula and the classic bullet lipstick. Though both give me beautiful colour payoff, the experience of wearing them can be quite different. From finish and staying power to application and comfort, each type has its own strengths.

I have realised that choosing between liquid and bullet lipstick is less about which one is better and more about what I need on a particular day. Here is how I compare the two and how I decide which one to pick.

Liquid lipstick usually comes in a tube with an applicator wand. I apply it directly to my lips, and depending on the formula, it can dry down to a matte, satin or glossy finish. Matte liquid lipsticks are...