Yves Saint Laurent Vernis à Lèvres Vinyl Cream Liquid Lipstick 5.3ml - 409 Burgundy Vibes

Yves Saint Laurent Vernis à Lèvres Vinyl Cream Liquid Lipstick in 409 Burgundy Vibes is a creamy, high-shine lip stain that combines the comfort and gloss of a vinyl finish with the long wear of a liquid lipstick. The shade is a rich, wine-leaning burgundy with cool plum undertones — a dressed-up red for autumn-and-winter wear and evening looks. According to YSL Beauty, the formula stays put for up to 10 hours and remains comfortable on the lips throughout the wear time.

About Yves Saint Laurent Beauty

Yves Saint Laurent — often abbreviated YSL — is the French luxury house founded in 1961 by couturier Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé. YSL Beauty operates under L'Oréal Luxe and has built its lip range around iconic finishes including Rouge Pur Couture, Tatouage Couture and the original Vernis à Lèvres glossy stains. Vernis à Lèvres Vinyl Cream extends that lip wardrobe with a hybrid lipstick/gloss texture aimed at long-wear lacquer finishes.

Key features

• Vinyl-cream finish — high shine that melts onto the lips like a balm, with the colour pay-off of a liquid lipstick.
• Up to 10 hours of wear as claimed by YSL Beauty, with colour that stays in place through eating and drinking.
• Conditioning formula that smooths the appearance of the lip surface rather than drying it out, unlike many matte liquid lipsticks.
• Shade 409 Burgundy Vibes — a deep, glossy wine-burgundy with cool undertones; flattering across most skin tones for evening and statement looks.
• Precision-tip applicator for outlining and filling the lips in one step.

Who it's for

Burgundy Vibes suits anyone who loves a deep, polished wine-toned lip without the dryness of a traditional matte liquid lipstick. It is a natural choice for autumn and winter wear, evening looks, formal events, and any moment that calls for a high-impact red-purple. Sits comfortably alongside other YSL signatures — pair with a soft bronze or smoky neutral eye to keep the lips as the focal point.

How to use

1. Start with clean, exfoliated lips. A balm a few minutes beforehand helps the formula sit smoothly.
2. Outline the lip line with the precision applicator, then fill from the centre outwards.
3. Allow a minute for the vinyl-cream finish to set, then blot lightly only if you prefer a slightly softer shine.
4. Refresh through the day by reapplying directly over existing colour — no need to fully remove first.

Specifications

• Size: 5.3ml
• Shade: 409 Burgundy Vibes — deep glossy wine-burgundy
• Finish: Vinyl-cream high-shine liquid lipstick
• Wear time: Up to 10 hours (manufacturer claim)
• Brand: Yves Saint Laurent (YSL Beauty)

Frequently asked questions

How does the vinyl finish compare to a matte liquid lipstick?
The vinyl-cream finish is glossier and more comfortable on the lips than a matte liquid lipstick. The colour pay-off is similar, but the formula stays softer and avoids the tight, drying feel of fully matte long-wear liquids.

Is the formula transfer-proof?
The wear is long but the finish stays glossy, so it is not a fully transfer-proof matte. Expect some minimal transfer when eating or drinking, with the colour staining the lips beneath the gloss layer.

How do I remove it at the end of the day?
Use an oil-based or dual-phase makeup remover such as Clinique Take The Day Off or a micellar oil cleanser. Hold a soaked pad against the lips for a few seconds, then sweep gently from the lip line outwards.