Updated December 24, 2025 by Elisa Branda
Excellent coverage, vinyl color and high hold: these are the promises of the new YSL Vernis Vinyl Cream Lip Stain, the lip tints by Yves Saint Laurent that combine the intensity of a liquid lipstick with the shine of a gloss.
YSL Vernis Vinyl Cream
YSL Vernis Vinyl Cream, new 2016 from Yves Saint Laurent, take us back to the 2012, when the brand first introduced a long-lasting liquid lipstick with a luminous finish. Vèrnis à Lèvres were much loved precisely because it was possible to combine, in a single product, the brilliance of a gloss with the long-lasting effect of a lipstick.
Over the years the line has evolved, reaching the Pop Water Lip Varnish, much loved for their ultra-light texture and mirror effect. Vinyl Cream Lip Stain Today they represent the perfect meeting point between these two souls: more full-bodied and covering compared to Pop Water, but at the same time bright, elastic and comfortable, with a vinyl finish that enhances the lips, making them instantly fuller and smoother.
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Texture, finish and feel on the lips
Compared to classic Vernis À Lèvres, the texture of the Vinyl Cream It is creamier and more enveloping. Once applied, lips immediately appear even, without signs of dryness or buildup of product. The finish is lacquered, shiny but elegant, never excessive, perfect for those who love a glossy but structured look.
Despite the vinyl effect, the formula remains soft and comfortable, with a declared holding capacity up to 10 hoursThe color adheres well to the lips and, even when the shine tends to fade slightly, an intense and even chromatic base remains.
YSL Lip Stain Vinyl Cream Lip Stain
The color range is wide and well-balanced, designed to suit every skin tone and style:
- 401 Rogue Vinyl
- 402 Rogue Remix
- 403 Rose Happening
- 404 Nude Pulse
- 405 Explicit Pink
- 406 Orange Electro
- 407 Carmin Session
- 408 Coral Neo Pop
- 409 Burgundy Vibes
- 410 Fuchsia Live
- 411 Rhythm Red
- 412 Rose Mix
The palette ranges from delicate pink nudes to intense reds, vibrant corals, and deep burgundies, perfect for autumn and winter.
Packaging and applicator
The packaging takes up the iconic aesthetic of the Vernis À Lèvres: bottle total black, elegant and minimal, with a transparent window that allows you to glimpse the shade.
The flocked applicator diamond tip This is one of the product's strong points: it allows you to define the lip contour with precision and apply the color evenly from the first swipe, without the need for a pencil.
The formula
The formula is structured to ensure smoothness, brilliance and adhesionSilicones contribute to the smoothing and vinyl effect, while synthetic waxes and polymers help fix the color on the lips. It's not a "green" formula, but it's perfectly in line with the brand's typical high-performance standards.
Ingredients – Inci: AQUA / WATER ● OCTYLDODECANOL ● TRIMETHYLSILOXYPHENYL DIMETHICONE ● ETHYLCELLULOSE ● SYNTHETIC WAX ● CETYL ALCOHOL ● ALCOHOL ● POLYBUTENE ● GLYCERYL STEARATE ● BEHENYL ALCOHOL ● STEARETH-20 ● PHENOXYETHANOL ● SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE ● GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE ● DISODIUM ETHYLENE DICOCAMIDE PEG-15 DISULFATE ● HYDROXYPROPYL GUAR ● CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE ● SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE ● STEARYL ALCOHOL ● MYRISTYL ALCOHOL ● MAGNESIUM SILICATE ● CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE ● ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE ● SODIUM SACCHARIN ● ALUMINA ● BENZYL ALCOHOL ● SILICA ● TIN OXIDE ● ANISE ALCOHOL ● PARFUM / FRAGRANCE
Conclusion
Le YSL Vernis Vinyl Cream Lip Stain They represent a very successful evolution of the liquid lipsticks by Yves Saint Laurent: covering but bright, intense but comfortable, ideal for those who want lips to take center stage without sacrificing comfort. A sophisticated, modern offering that perfectly reflects the brand's luxury aesthetic.
YSL Vinyl Cream Lip Stain: Release Date
The new YSL lip tints are already on sale in the US at a price of $36,00 and in the coming months we will also see them on display in various Italian perfumeries.
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