We all love lipsticks, as it boosts our confidence and makes us look more attractive. But sometimes it becomes very hard to choose the right shade of lipstick according to our skin tone. In the market, there are many brands as well as shades of lipsticks present, so getting the most appropriate lip shade looks like we are having an exam. To make your lip shade shopping easy, fun and productive, we are here to help on how to choose a shade of lipstick for your skin tone.
Identifying your skin undertone before choosing the right lipstick shade
We all have skin undertones, it can be either pink or yellow. The best way to check and find the color of your undertone is to look at the veins that are present on your wrist. You will be able to observe that the color of your veins is either blue or green or it can be both.
If the color of your veins is blue, then your undertone is cool pink. If veins are green, then you have a warm yellow undertone. And if the color of veins appear to be both green as well as blue, OMG! you are lucky to have a Natural undertone.
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People with a warm yellow undertone can opt for the lip shades like red or some orangy shades that are warm and the shades like purple, pink, mauve or blue can be opted by the people who have a cool pink undertone. Natural undertone people can wear almost all lip shades according to the occasion.
LFactor Cosmetics recommend to buy this Matte liquid lipstick for natural skin
If you are looking for some lipsticks according to your skin tone, let's see what works for you.
Lipstick Shade for Fair Skin
There are times when we are so confused that we can not figure out which shade will do the magic. So whenever you're in doubt, choose lipstick on the basis of your skin tone. If your skin tone is fair, shades like red or variations of red and pinks, some soft corals can do magic and will look perfect on your lips.
L Factor New York recommend buying this matte liquid lipstick shade for fair skin
Lipstick shades for dark skin
Try shades like deep plums, rich reds, berries, purples, these lip shades will look amazing and will give fantastic results. Avoiding shades that are light or the shades that look pale will work. Nowadays, people with dark skin tone have started flattering darker shades of lipstick and they look great. And if you want some nudes lipsticks, then you can go for the shades that are slightly darker than your skin tone with some brown undertones.
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L Factor Cosmetics recommend buying this lipstick shade for dark skin
Lipstick for Olive Skin tone
Variations of nude, red, or orange, almost every shade looks amazing on Olive skin tones. The best you can do is coordinate your lipstick with the outfit that you are planning to wear. Like if you are opting for a dark or warmer color outfit, go with bright and wark shades of lip colors.
L Factor Cosmetics recommend buying this matte liquid
lipstick for olive skin
How to choose the best nude lipstick shades
Many people love nude shades as they are easily available and look great. So for your lips to look amazing nude, the one thing that you have to do is choose the right shade. The best nude shade is that shade which is slightly brighter or deeper as compared to your natural skin tone. Many people test lip shades on their hands, but for the best results and to make sure that the lip shade that you are choosing is best you should try it out on your lips (if possible).
Nude lipstick shades : Barefoot on the beach
The way of choosing the best lipstick for yourself is all about knowing and identifying your skin undertone and skin tone. The complex process of selecting and choosing the right shade becomes very easy and foolproof after knowing your skin undertone. If you are a loyal matte liquid lipstick lover, then L factor has the most iconic shades of nudes and reds that you can choose and stay all day.
Also read! Best Matte Lipstick Shades for Dusky Skin Tones
Q: How do I determine my skin tone and undertone to choose the right lipstick shade?
A: Determining your skin tone involves observing the surface color of your skin, which can be fair, light, medium, tan, or dark. To identify your undertone, check the subtle hues beneath your skin's surface, which can be cool, warm, or neutral. You can find helpful tips and techniques for this in our comprehensive lipstick guide for skin tones.
Q: I have warm undertones. Which lipstick shades would complement my skin tone the best?
A: If you have warm undertones, opt for lipstick shades with warm and golden undertones themselves. Rich reds, warm corals, earthy browns, and peachy nudes work exceptionally well for warm-toned individuals. Explore our collection of warm undertone lipstick shades for a perfect match.
Q: How can I choose the best lipstick for my yellow undertones?
A: If you have yellow undertones in your skin, look for lipstick shades that complement and enhance this warmth. Terracotta, warm pinks, and burnt oranges are some excellent choices. Our lipstick skin tone chart can assist you in finding the most flattering shades for your yellow undertones.
Q: I'm unsure about which lipstick shade suits me. Any tips for choosing the right one?
A: Choosing the right lipstick shade can be challenging, but fear not! We've prepared a step-by-step guide on how to choose lipstick shade according to your skin tone. Follow our simple guidelines, take your undertone into account, and you'll find your perfect lipstick match.
Q: I have a dusky skin tone. Which lipstick shades would be the most flattering for me?
A: Dusky skin tones look stunning with deeper, more intense shades. Rich berry tones, deep plums, bold reds, and brick browns are some fabulous options. Explore our collection of lipstick shades according to skin tone, specially curated to enhance the beauty of dusky skin.
Q: How can I choose the right lipstick shade online without trying it in person?
A: Choosing lipstick shades online can be convenient, but it requires some knowledge about your skin tone and undertone. Our blog post on "how to choose lipstick shade online" provides valuable insights and tips to help you make confident choices without physically trying the lipstick.
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KP’s question: Here’s a good one for you – a story about the dangers of lead in lipstick. I was forwarded this email from a friend (first red flag, unknown source!) What’s up with this??
The Left Brain’s reply:
I’ve posted KP’s email in the Beauty Brains forum so everyone can read the entire story, but the basic idea is that the dyes used in lipsticks made by LANCOME, CHRISTIAN DIOR, CLINIQUE, ESTEE LAUDER, and SHISEIDO contain lead and will give you cancer. Furthermore, you can tell if your lipstick contains lead by smearing some on a piece of paper and then rubbing a gold ring across it. If the gold leaves a dark grey streak, the lipstick contains lead.
Your skepticism is well founded, KP, because this story is just another urban legend. First of all, all colorants allowed for use in cosmetics must pass rigorous testing by the US FDA. It’s true that dyes are allowed to contain VERY VERY VERY small amounts of lead (about 20 parts per million). But that’s far below the amount that could harm you, no matter how much lipstick you use. So lipsticks DO NOT contain dangerous amounts of lead.
Second, there’s no doubt that lead poisoning is a very serious illness. It can make you sick; it can even kill you. But it can’t give you cancer. So this is just another case where The Big “C” is used to scare people.
Third, the gold ring trick is bogus too. Rubbing a gold ring across the right kind of surface will leave a dark streak. But so will a coin or any other metal object that has a bit of oxidation built up on it. Rubbing the metal (the ring in this case) can leave a dark streak whether you smear lipstick on it first or not. So clearly the streak is not from lead in lipstick.
You can read the entire debunking at Snopes.com. It’s one of The Beauty Brains’ favorite sites.