MAYBELLINE Super Stay 24 Two-Step Liquid Lipstick — Merlot Armour Deep Red, Long-Wear Matte with Conditioning Balm

Maybelline Super Stay 24 is a dual-ended liquid lipstick system that pairs a high-pigment, microflex long-wear color with a moisturizing balm to deliver red lip color that resists transfer, flaking, and dryness for extended wear.

This two-step kit is designed for people who want intense, matte-like pigmentation with the comfort of a conditioning finish. The left end contains a precision applicator liquid color engineered with Microflex technology to lay down full-coverage pigment that dries down without caking or cracking. The right end holds an ultra-conditioning balm that seals in moisture and restores a soft, natural feel to the lips after the color sets. The shade Merlot Armour offers a deep, versatile red that suits daytime sophistication and evening drama alike.

How do I apply Super Stay 24 for the best long-lasting color?

Apply the liquid color directly from the precision tip, following your natural lip line for even coverage. Let the color dry for about two minutes until it sets, then swipe the conditioning balm over the top to lock in hydration and smooth the finish.

• Step 1: Use the precision applicator to outline and fill lips with the liquid pigment.
• Step 2: Wait ~2 minutes for the color to dry completely.
• Step 3: Apply the balm to hydrate and reduce the matte sensation without disturbing pigment.
• Tip: Blot lightly on tissue if you want a more matte effect before balming.

What makes the formula resist flaking, transfer, and dryness?

The color formula uses Microflex technology to adhere uniformly and flex with lip movement, which minimizes cracking and flaking. The pigment dries to a stable film while still allowing the balm to add moisture without breaking down the color layer.

• Microflex ensures the color moves with lips instead of stiffening and cracking.
• High pigment concentration delivers opaque coverage in one to two swipes.
• The separate conditioning balm prevents the lips from feeling parched after wear.
• Lab-tested for resistance against typical daily wear like drinks and light contact.

Which looks and occasions suit the Merlot Armour shade?

Merlot Armour is a deep red that reads as elegant and adaptable across many looks. It pairs well with neutral eye makeup for a classic signature lip or with a smoky eye for evening wear, making it a versatile staple for both office and night out ensembles.

• Daytime: soft eye shadow and minimal blush to let the lips stand out.
• Evening: bolder eye makeup for a coordinated, glamorous appearance.
• Special events: long-wearing color reduces the need for frequent touch-ups.
• Layering: balm allows you to soften the finish without diluting color intensity.

Who is this for? If you want a richly pigmented liquid lipstick that lasts through everyday activities yet still keeps lips feeling conditioned, the Maybelline Super Stay 24 two-step system is made for you. It's a practical choice for busy professionals, frequent travelers, performers, or anyone who prefers low-maintenance, high-impact lip color. Because the product separates pigment and hydration into two steps, it suits people who like a sealed, long-lasting color but don’t want the dryness commonly associated with high-wear formulas. Packaging may vary, but the formula intent remains consistent: intense color plus return-to-soft comfort.

Ingredients

STEP 1: G2417 ISODODECANE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, NYLON-611/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, LAUROYL LYSINE, C30-45 ALKYLDIMETHYLSILYL POLYPROPYLSILSESQUIOXANE, ALUMINA, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, SILICA, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, BENZYL ALCOHOL, DIMETHICONE, PARAFFIN, TIN OXIDE. [+/- MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR MICA, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499/IRON OXIDES, CI 15850/RED 7, CI 15985/YELLOW 6 LAKE, CI 45410/RED 28 LAKE, CI 45380/RED 22 LAKE, CI 19140/YELLOW 5 LAKE, CI 42090/BLUE 1 LAKE, CI 75470/CARMINE] F.I.L. D41008/5. STEP 2: G2296 TRIMETHYL PENTAPHENYL TRISILOXANE, IS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-2, OZOKERITE, CERA ALBA/BEESWAX/CIRE DABEILLE, CALCIUM SODIUM BOROSILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE. [+/- MAY CONTAIN/PEUT CONTENIR MICA, CI 77891/TITANIUM DIOXIDE, CI 77491/IRON OXIDES] F.I.L. D8974/11.