Nude lipstick is lipstick that is close to the shade of a person’s natural skin tone. Depending on an individual’s skin tone, nude colors can include very pale colors that are close to white, medium tones which are close to the beige family and light to medium browns for those with dark skin. Wearing nude lipstick is meant to enhance the lips without being too dramatic.
There are a variety of ways to wear nude lipstick. High fashion magazines often show models wearing nude lipstick who have applied smoky or very dark eye makeup. The two extremes are meant to contrast each other. Those who want a natural everyday look may also choose to wear a nude colored lipstick.
Before someone decides on the perfect shade of nude lipstick that matches their flesh tone, they need to decide what kind of lipstick they prefer. Matte lipsticks have little or no shine and do not moisturize the lips. They work best for younger people or people with naturally moist lips that are not cracked or chapped. However, matte lipsticks don’t generally offer as many color options as other varieties.
Crème lipsticks are one of the most common types of lipstick for people who prefer to wear a nude look. They offer a little bit of shine and moisturizing without being extra sparkly. Crème lipsticks are available in a wide range of nude shades and work on almost all lip types and ages.
For people who want extra shine with moisture, gloss lipsticks are the best choice. Glosses are very shiny and are the most transparent of all kinds of lipstick. Because of their transparency, gloss lipsticks typically come in very light colors and are generally worn by adolescents and young woman. For older women who want to benefit from the moisture that gloss lipsticks offer, it is common to apply gloss over a crème or matte to get the best of both worlds.
Finally, shimmer and frost varieties of lipstick can make nude lips sparkle. These kinds of lipsticks are typically crème or shiny, but they have added particles that reflect light. For women who wish to have the nude look without wearing lipstick, they should consider a coat of clear gloss. Regardless of the type of lipstick chosen, it is necessary to match skin tone and avoid any light colors that are too pink, peach or orange. Although these colors are light, they will offer more color than necessary and defeat the purpose of a nude lipstick.