The Traitors and Strictly Come Dancing host Claudia Winkleman has shared her all-time favourite lipstick for her iconic 'concealer-like' lip look, and it's now on sale for £20 down from £25
19:00, 02 Jan 2026
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Beyond her famous hairstyle and stylish wardrobe selections, Claudia Winkleman stands out with her distinctive makeup aesthetic. Characterised by bold black eyeliner (the Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal Eyeliner), Claudia frequently appears with her trademark look - completed by a 'concealer-like' lip.
A make-up style that defined 2016, Claudia Winkleman herself coined the look "Tippex lips", when she disclosed her preferred lipstick for achieving her signature full-face.
Claudia shared that she relies on MAC's MACximal Satin Lipstick in the shade Fleshpot, a product that was previously discontinued but returned to shelves last year.
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Speaking about her go-to lipstick, Claudia previously told Good Housekeeping she "would marry a MAC Fleshpot if I could".
Explaining her distinctive style, Claudia said: "I've had the same makeup for the past 900 years – ie black eyeliner and Tippex – and I always look like a strange drunk pirate."
Promoted as a buildable coverage lipstick with a lustrous, satin finish, the MACximal Lipstick is said to glide effortlessly across the lips, delivering a cushiony layer of colour.
Stated to be infused with moisturising castor seed oil, the lipstick claims to nourish and visibly enhance the lips with hydration, maintaining them soft and supple. Presented in the brand's signature sleek black packaging, the bullet-tipped lipstick provides a precise application with optimal comfort and control, as reported by the Mirror.
Available in numerous shades, it's the Fleshpot shade that has captured Claudia's affection. Currently, shoppers eager to acquire Claudia's beauty staple can do so for less, as the £25 lipstick has dropped to £20 courtesy of LookFantastic's ongoing sale.
Those who prefer alternative retailers can find the MACximal lipstick at the same reduced price at Debenhams, for £21.25 at Boots, or at its original price of £25 at Sephora.
Claudia isn't alone in her admiration for this lipstick, with numerous five star reviews flooding LookFantastic's website. One reviewer said: "Love this, my favourite lipstick. Stays on well, nice finish and great colours."
Another purchaser wrote: "Long-wearing, moisturising and beautiful colour. Beautiful results and impact."
A third customer commented: "The best nude ever! Creamy and always a repeat purchase."
Further praise arrives from this shopper who posted: "Fleshpot shade is the perfect nude shade that goes with so many of my lip liners."
However, one buyer deducts a star, saying: "Really beautiful formula and finish. Comfortable to wear. Not super long-lasting, but non-matte lipsticks don't tend to be."