To get a few steps closer to procuring a nude lipstick color that doesn’t make us look like we bit into a powdered donut, we got the inside scoop on some holy-grail favorites from fellow women of color. Since we come in a wide variety of beautiful and highly melanated shades, it can be tricky to figure out which lipsticks will accent our skin tones instead of falling flat. Since most nude lip shades are designed to resemble a person’s natural lip color, they’re ideal for wearing on an everyday basis, whether you’re pairing them with a smoldering smoky eye or opting for a clean, no-makeup-makeup look.Īs SELF previously reported, a nude can be several different shades depending on the skin tone, which is definitely true for women of color.
Although the idea might seem like a snooze-fest to some, a simple nude lipstick can be the cherry on top of a great makeup look.
