Velvet skin, a pop of color on the lips, and a poreless face that looked airbrushed before Facetune even existed—consider the matte makeup of the ’90s as making its big return to the beauty sphere.

It may be all about the eyes these days, as the lower half of your face is likely to be covered by a mask during most of your time spent outdoors, but we’re here to confirm that a good matte lipstick ...

I have always gravitated towards a glossy lip. There’s something about the finish that feels indulgently effortless and lush without being over-the-top. Lately, however, a slew of new matte ...