I have been planning this post ever since I had written about my FAVORITE RED LIPSTICKS. But the delay was totally unintentional. Better late than never. By Nude Lips, I do not mean the Skin Colored Concealer Lips. MAC Myth does not work for me, for example. Such shades wash me out and make me look sick. By nudes, I tend to lean towards Pinky Nudes, as I find them more wearable. Brown Nudes and me are not the best of friends, though I have a sudden urge to try out MAC Honeylove. I have tried to include both High End and drugstore favorites in this list, so that its affordable for everyone on every budget.Also this list features Lipsticks in some different finishes, as not everyone is comfortable with every finish. I shall start with my favorite(the almost stubby ended MAC lipstick in the first picture and go around clockwise)
MAC CREME CUP :
As I have a warm undertone and am reasonably pale, I prefer cool toned lipsticks. I feel they compliment me better. Just a personal observation. MAC Creme Cup is described by MAC as being Light Blue Pink. Yes, my love for Blue toned lipsticks continue. Its a Cremesheen Finish which makes it ideal for drier Winter weather. This is a lipstick which I have purchased at least five times. Yes, the stubby ended lipstick that you see in the picture is the fifth tube in the same color. Its very hydrating. I love the color pay off. As its Creme Sheen, the staying power is compromised, but I don't mind touching up. It looks great both for day wear as well as paired with a heavy smokey eye for night.
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| Wearing CREME CUP |
L'OREAL JULIANNE'S NUDE :
This was a part of the L'oreal Privee Collection of Nudes. By far this was the best Nude of the collection. It was a beautiful blend of Peach and Pinky nudes. This had a good color payoff and is deal for the Summer months. Being a drug store lipstick, its quite hydrating but does need touch ups after a few hours. Its a Satin finish and does not draw on the lips, when used for long. I have had two tubes of these, as the first one got tossed in the wash by mistake. Every lipstick has a story of its own.
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| Wearing JULIANNE'S NUDE |
REVLON SUPER LUSTROUS LIPSTICK IN KISSABLE PINK
This is a very creamy formula and almost reminds me of a tinted lip balm. It could also be a borderline Pink rather than being a Pinky Nude. Some people call it a Your Lips But Better shade. The color pay off is lighter than it looks in the tube and the staying power is poor. But its one of those pinky nudes which could be your every day pink when you are rushing out of the house and need a quick dash of color. Least favorite of the list.
SMASHBOX BE LEGENADRY LIPSTICK IN PRIMROSE
This was a part of the Holiday Collection by Smashbox in 2014 and came in a set of three mini lipsticks, along with a Berry and Red. But this color is a part of the regular line up of the Be Legendary Lipsticks by Smashbox and is available in full size all year round. This is described by Smashbox as a Mauve Pink. When you use this lipstick, you realise that its lighter on your lips than what it seems on the bullet. Slightly darker than Creme Cup but not as glossy. It has a slight purple undertone I feel. It pairs very well with my warm undertones,as its another Blue toned pink. Very pigmented and has good staying power. I am going to be purchasing it in full size as soon as my Mini runs out.
REVLON MATTE IN SKY PINK
I always prefer Matte lipsticks as I feel they look better on me. But its difficult to get a good drug store matte. Revlon Mattes have a good color pay off but they suffer in staying power. So you might need to reapply after a few hours. Its a nice Icy Pink Matte. And looks great with a tan. This could wash out some people. Of all the Nude formulas in this list, the Revlons rank the lowest in terms of preference.
L'OREAL DOUTZEN'S NUDE
This is another Nude from the L'oreal Privee collection which was launched a few years back. But these Nudes are available at most beauty stores, like Ulta all year round. This is a Frosty Icy Pink. Its much lighter than Julianne's Nude. Its almost semi sheer so I used a few coats of it, to get a nice color. This might wash out some people. It does have that '80s feel to it with the frost and the particular shade of pink but its not dated at all. While Julianne's Nude is a universally flattering shade, this shade might not be for everyone. I think its an ideal Winter Pinky Nude.
RIMMEL LONDON LASTING FINISH MATTES BY KATE MOSS IN 104
This color is a true matte and is a great drug store one at that. I cant think of anything bad to say about this lipstick. Its a great Pinky Nude with a good color payoff. Its matte but its not chalky or draw on at your lips. The staying power of this lipstick is quite good. I have three shades from this collection of 5 shades and all of them are great. Its another Mauvy Pink. Recently I wore it to Sephora while shopping for a new foundation, and everyone at the store kept asking me, what I had on my lips.
WET 'N ' WILD 903 C
(Second solo picture)
This is the best drug store deal you will ever get in a Nude Lipstick. Almost a couple of dollars, but the color pay off is just tremendous. Its a peachy nude and has great staying power. But for the price it comes in, its very drying and chalky. It drags on your lips when you put it on. I usually prime my lips with lip balm before I use this lipstick. Its a great product for the price it comes in and is a must have for anyone who wants to venture along the valley of Nude Lipsticks.
Hoping you have liked my list of favorites. Do let me know your favorites, through the comments.
This is a very creamy formula and almost reminds me of a tinted lip balm. It could also be a borderline Pink rather than being a Pinky Nude. Some people call it a Your Lips But Better shade. The color pay off is lighter than it looks in the tube and the staying power is poor. But its one of those pinky nudes which could be your every day pink when you are rushing out of the house and need a quick dash of color. Least favorite of the list.
SMASHBOX BE LEGENADRY LIPSTICK IN PRIMROSE
This was a part of the Holiday Collection by Smashbox in 2014 and came in a set of three mini lipsticks, along with a Berry and Red. But this color is a part of the regular line up of the Be Legendary Lipsticks by Smashbox and is available in full size all year round. This is described by Smashbox as a Mauve Pink. When you use this lipstick, you realise that its lighter on your lips than what it seems on the bullet. Slightly darker than Creme Cup but not as glossy. It has a slight purple undertone I feel. It pairs very well with my warm undertones,as its another Blue toned pink. Very pigmented and has good staying power. I am going to be purchasing it in full size as soon as my Mini runs out.
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| Wearing SMASHBOX PRIMROSE |
I always prefer Matte lipsticks as I feel they look better on me. But its difficult to get a good drug store matte. Revlon Mattes have a good color pay off but they suffer in staying power. So you might need to reapply after a few hours. Its a nice Icy Pink Matte. And looks great with a tan. This could wash out some people. Of all the Nude formulas in this list, the Revlons rank the lowest in terms of preference.
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| Wearing DOUTZEN'S NUDE |
This color is a true matte and is a great drug store one at that. I cant think of anything bad to say about this lipstick. Its a great Pinky Nude with a good color payoff. Its matte but its not chalky or draw on at your lips. The staying power of this lipstick is quite good. I have three shades from this collection of 5 shades and all of them are great. Its another Mauvy Pink. Recently I wore it to Sephora while shopping for a new foundation, and everyone at the store kept asking me, what I had on my lips.
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| Wearing RIMMEL KATE MOSS MATTE IN 104 |
(Second solo picture)
This is the best drug store deal you will ever get in a Nude Lipstick. Almost a couple of dollars, but the color pay off is just tremendous. Its a peachy nude and has great staying power. But for the price it comes in, its very drying and chalky. It drags on your lips when you put it on. I usually prime my lips with lip balm before I use this lipstick. Its a great product for the price it comes in and is a must have for anyone who wants to venture along the valley of Nude Lipsticks.
Hoping you have liked my list of favorites. Do let me know your favorites, through the comments.
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