NARS CosmeticsExplicit Lipstick 4.2g
NO EXCUSES. NO REGRETS. BE EXPLICIT.
One look. One gesture. One swipe. Explicit Lipstick delivers long-lasting comfort in a high-end dimensional satin finish with vibrant, pure-color payoff and creamy, smudge-resistant wear. A new precision-tip bullet defines and contours for sculpted sophistication in 36 fearless shades, while our Luxe Comfort Complex hugs lips for lightweight, medium-to-full coverage infused with smoothing Rosehip Seed Oil and Hyaluronic Acid to lock in moisture. Undeniably elegant—and refillable—meet the new icon in sustainable luxury.
One look. One gesture. One swipe. Explicit Lipstick delivers long-lasting comfort in a high-end dimensional satin finish with vibrant, pure-color payoff and creamy, smudge-resistant wear. A new precision-tip bullet defines and contours for sculpted sophistication in 36 fearless shades, while our Luxe Comfort Complex hugs lips for lightweight, medium-to-full coverage infused with smoothing Rosehip Seed Oil and Hyaluronic Acid to lock in moisture. Undeniably elegant—and refillable—meet the new icon in sustainable luxury.
Directions
HOW TO USE/ARTIST TIPS:
1.\tTo refill, pull upward on your existing shade of Explicit Lipstick until removed. Insert your new refill into the case until you hear a click.
2.\tTo apply, use the tip of the lipstick to hug the shape of the lip line and fill top lip.
3.\tPress lips together to transfer excess colour to the bottom lip.
4.\tPerfect and fill the bottom lip.
5.\tSwipe on an additional one to two layers to intensify colour for desired opacity.
Ingredients
DIISOSTEARYL MALATE · POLYETHYLENE · DIPHENYLSILOXY PHENYL TRIMETHICONE · OCTYLDODECANOL · POLYGLYCERYL-2 TRIISOSTEARATE · TRIMETHYL PENTAPHENYL TRISILOXANE · HYDROGENATED POLYDECENE · HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE · ETHYLHEXYL OLIVATE · DIMETHICONE · MICA · SORBITAN SESQUIISOSTEARATE · BIS-BEHENYL/PHYTOSTERYL DIMER DILINOLEATE · HYDROXYAPATITE · TOCOPHEROL · SQUALANE · LAUROYL LYSINE · DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER · GLYCERYL BEHENATE · CALCIUM STEARATE · ROSA CANINA FRUIT OIL · SODIUM HYALURONATE · ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE · TRIHYDROXYSTEARIN · GLUCOMANNAN · PHENOXYETHANOL · <+/-(MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR): BLUE 1 LAKE (CI 42090) · IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499) · RED 6 (CI 15850) · RED 7 LAKE (CI 15850) · TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891) · YELLOW 5 LAKE (CI 19140) · YELLOW 6 LAKE (CI 15985)> ·
This list of ingredients may be subject to change, please consult the packaging of the product purchased.
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Rated 5 out of
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Mdan from
Pretty
So in love with this lipstick such a pretty shade best for medium toned skin. Has a very subtle sheer neither matte nor glossy just perfect. I love the size it’s easy to carry in bag. Very durable and stays on however it is transferable .
Date published: 2026-05-21
Rated 5 out of
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Andreea6 from
Great beauty finds
This NARS lipstick is sooo smooth and comfortable on the lips 😍❤️ The colour payoff is unreal and it gives that bold, classy look instantly. Definitely staying in my makeup bag
Date published: 2026-05-07
Rated 5 out of
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Aparna from
A queen perfect finish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The colour is absolutely gorgeous and the texture as well if we line up with a little darker colour the lips love it like a queen look … perfect finish
Date published: 2026-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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Agneta may from
Longwear and pigmented
My favorite lipstick , super pigmented, long lasting
Date published: 2026-04-16
Rated 5 out of
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Wandana6 from
Beautiful formula
If I could afford I would purchase all the shades from the range. The formula is extremely creamy and blendable and gives beautiful lasting results
Date published: 2026-04-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ruts.Co from
Last all day
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Feels very creamy when first applied but then turns matte. I love it, it lasts all day no need for top ups.
Date published: 2026-04-14
Rated 5 out of
5
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RoseB from
Great!
I recently tried the NARS Sheer Lipstick and overall, it’s a really lovely everyday lip product.
The formula feels lightweight and comfortable on the lips, with a slightly glossy, sheer finish that gives a natural “your lips but better” look. It’s perfect if you don’t like anything too heavy or matte. I also noticed it has a nice conditioning feel, which makes it great for drier lips.
The pigmentation is buildable rather than intense, so it’s ideal for a soft, subtle look rather than full coverage. It applies smoothly and evenly, and the shades are really flattering for daily wear.
The only downside is that, because it’s sheer, it doesn’t last as long as more matte formulas and needs reapplying throughout the day. That said, it fades quite nicely and evenly.
Overall, it’s a great option if you’re looking for a hydrating, natural-looking lipstick. I’d definitely recommend it for everyday use.
Date published: 2026-04-02
Rated 5 out of
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ashmaaaaaaa from
the best ever
My favourite brand ever. Worth every penny and last long . Thank you
Date published: 2026-04-02
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