I love makeup, but I really love lipstick. As a girl, we all know that lipstick is the most important part of makeup. You will look beautiful even while talking to someone. Lipstick increases our attraction. Nude lipstick is a must-have because it works for any mood or style, any time. But finding the right nude lipstick for your skin tone can be difficult. Not all nudes are the same. Some might not suit you, while others clash with your undertones. To help you find your perfect match, we have put together a list of the best nude shades for fair, medium, dusky, and dark skin tones, along with some tips and suggestions.
What Are Nude Lipsticks?
Nude lipstick is like your lips BFF, matching your natural lip color. Instead of bright colors, nude lipsticks are more subtle. They come in lots of shades, from light pinks to deep browns. In the 90s, people loved nude lips again, especially with blush. Nude lipstick makes your lips look nice without too much color. It is a classy choice, so your eyes or other makeup can stand out. It is perfect for bold eye makeup or any look where you want the focus somewhere else.
How Do I Choose the Right Nude Lipstick for Me?
Finding the right nude lipstick can be a challenge. It is a color that usually looks good on many skin tones, but the wrong shade can mess up your whole look. So, how do you pick the perfect one? With so many choices out there, it can feel overwhelming. But do not stress. At Red Apple Lipstick, we have got your back. Here is what you need to know to find your ideal nude lipstick shade.
Know Your Skin Tone
The first thing to know is what is your skin tone. Your skin tone is your surface skin color. There are 3 main skin tone categories.
Fair/Light Skin Tones
These tones are the lightest ones, sitting at the pale end of the spectrum. Fair skin often leans towards cool tones, while lighter skin tones can have warmer undertones. Light pink and pinky nude lipsticks are perfect for fair and light skin tones, but avoid shades that are too pale, as they might make you look washed out. RAL New York and Oh My Guava lipsticks are excellent choices for these skin tones.
Medium Skin Tones
Medium skin tones cover a wide range from medium-light to tan to olive. For these tones, nude shades that are slightly lighter or darker work best. choose the Naughty and Chai Love You lipsticks for some great options.
Darker Skin Tones
People with the darkest skin tones, at the very end of the scale. If your skin is dark tone you look stunning in deeper nude shades. Barcelona and Ooh La La lipsticks from RAL are great options.
Nude Pink Lipstick Shade
This lipstick in a pretty nude pink gives a bold, matte color in just one swipe. It is perfect for cool fair- and medium-toned skin with its dusty rose tones. The slim bullet makes it easy to apply precisely, and it stays put for hours without marking or bleeding.
Riche Color Satin Lipstick in Toasted Almond
For the best nude lip look, choose a lipstick with the same undertones as your skin cool shades for cool skin and warm shades for warm skin. For example, a bronzy pink with warm coral is great for warm skin tones. It highlights the gold tones in your skin, giving you a flattering and natural look.
Matte Lipstick in Le Nude Admirable
Try this dusty pinkish nude lipstick for very fair skin. It is velvety matte and pairs well with medium coverage makeup for a natural look. Or use it to balance a bold eye makeup. It always looks great.
Satin Lipstick in Worth It Medium
Go for this rosy shade for a satin finish nude lipstick. It is creamy, long lasting, and adds a touch of shine in one go. The soft bronzed pink suits many skin tones, from light warm to medium neutral.
Matte Lipstick in Le Nude Independent
Matte finish that is not drying, try this cool-toned lippy. It is a soft pink shade that balances between pink and nude, giving a natural look to fairer neutral, and cool skin tones.
Nude Lipstick in Nu Authentique
If you have olive skin, ditch the cool toned lipsticks and reach for something a little warmer, like this vivid salmon hue. The shades subtle orange hints play beautifully against the warmer tones in your skin, and the formulas non-drying finish provides a soft, smudge proof finish.
Matte Lipstick in Le Wood Nonchalant
When you want something a little bit less pink, reach for this rosewood lipstick. With a warm, brown undertone and powdery-matte finish, this creamy lippie is the perfect nude lipstick for warm olive skin.
Glow Paradise Lipstick in Mulberry Bliss
Create your perfect nude with this balm-lipstick combo. It gives a luminous, buildable color and contains 92% natural origin ingredients like pomegranate extract. It hydrates lips for a softer feel over time.
Nude Lipstick in Nu Decadent
When you can not decide between a nude lip and a red lip, reach for this Luxurious color. It is a deep, rich pink with a hint of gold undertones, perfect for both fair and deeper skin tones.
Satin Lipstick in Nature’s Blush
If you need proof that nude lipstick can be impactful, this is it. The satiny, cranberry shade offers vibrant color with a natural looking finish, making it ideal for both soft and bolder makeup looks. We love how this deeper pink shade looks against medium skin tones, but it is also a match made in heaven for those with fairer warmer skin.
Satin Lipstick in Seine Sunset
This satin finish lipstick appears brown in the tube, but on deeper skin tones, it gives a perfect deep pinkish nude shade, making it a must have in our collections.
How to apply Nude Lipstick?
How do you apply nude lipstick best? Like black, it goes with any look, any time of year. But some makeup looks shine with a nude lip.
Colorful, Bold and Darker Eye Makeup
Bold eye looks, like a smokey eye, pair stunningly with nude lips. Brown smokey eyes especially pop with a nude lip. For warm skin tone, go for warmer browns and gold eyeshadows; cool skin tone suit more greyish browns. Neutral skin tones rock medium-tone brown eyeshadows.
Nude lipstick also pairs well with darker or colorful eyes, such as dark grey/black or plum smokey eyes, Without taking away their attention. Bold or colorful eye makeup deserves a subtle lip to keep the focus on the eyes.
Natural And Simple Looks
Nude lipsticks go great with both bold and natural makeup looks. For a simple, natural vibe, skip the bold lips and choose a bit of dark eyeliner. Add a touch of blush or bronzer to avoid looking washed out, and you are all set.
Some Great Tips For a Nude Lipstick
- Here are some top tips even makeup artists recommend for applying nude lipstick. Follow these steps for the perfect nude lipstick look.
- Smooth out your lips before applying nude lipstick to avoid highlighting any dry patches. Use the Exfoliate Stick for a gentle scrub.
- Before applying lipstick, always use a bit of lip balm like the Rallye Balm for a smooth base. Hydrated lips make for better lipstick application.
- For a polished look, begin by outlining your lips with lip liner. It defines them, which is crucial, especially with lighter nude shades. Choose a natural tone like neutral brown or a shade close to your lip color, such as Natural, Barely Pink, or Toasted Pink.
- Choose a creamy lipstick formula over matte ones to avoid dry looking lips. Skip overly shiny or glossy options, but opt for hydrating formulas instead.
Conclusion
Discover the best nude lipstick shades for every skin tone can be a game changer in perfecting your makeup look. By following simple steps like prepping your lips, choosing the right formula, and pairing with complementary cheek colors, you can achieve a flawless nude lip. Remember, experimentation and finding what works best for you is key. With the right shade and application techniques, anyone can rock a stunning nude lip that enhances their natural beauty.
