“While a professional may be able to tell you what colors match your undertone, it’s your own opinion that matters most-you’re not going to be confident if you’re wearing a color that you don’t feel comfortable in.”Īhead, we've gathered the very best pink lipsticks-including budget-friendly drugstore picks (hello, $4!), cult classics from beloved brands like MAC and Nars, and even a few universally-flattering liquid lipsticks-all of which will give you a rosier outlook. For a neutral everyday lip you may want to try L’Oreal The Fairest Nude, MAC Brave or MAC Satin Lipstick in Twig.

For example, Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lip Color in Divine Wine. So, swap that fire-engine red for a dark rusty or wine red lip color.

But if that feels too complicated, you can also consider this advice: “Honestly, just try as many as you can!” says makeup artist Jenn Streicher. Dark lipstick flatters the lighter tones of pale olive skin best. If your veins look blue or purple, you have a cooler complexion, so you’ll look best in a blue-toned pink if your veins look green, you have a warmer complexion, so you may find orange-pink lipsticks more attractive. To find the most flattering lipstick color, look at your undertones, says makeup artist Quinn Murphy.

“It’s the color I reach for the most because it’s so versatile.” From muted nudes and light pinks to statement-making hot pinks and full-on fuchsias to deeper magentas, there’s a wide variety of pink lipsticks on the market-meaning you have a greater likelihood of discovering not just one, but many shades that complement your complexion, whether you have fair, olive, medium, or dark skin. Hear us out: While a classic red lipstick will forever have a spot in our makeup bag, few things in life-well, besides a freshly-baked brownie, a $9 bottle of Rosé, and/or Beyoncé’s “Love on Top”-can lift our spirits as quickly as swiping on the perfect shade of pink lipstick.Įven better? “There are so many variations and nuances when it comes to pink lipstick,” says makeup artist Nina Park.

Mac lipstick for pale skin