For so long when it came time to shop for a nude lipstick shade, makeup lovers with dark skin found it difficult finding one suitable for themselves. Across makeup aisles, the nude options that were available were only fit for people with light skin.
But as the beauty industry continues making strides to be inclusive of all consumers, an increasing number of brands are recognizing that beige isn’t the only nude that exists and creating nude products that cover the diverse spectrum of human skin. After all, nude is supposed to be flesh-toned, so it’s nonsensical to have beige serve as the de facto nude color in cosmetics when beauty lovers with darker complexions exist.
Thankfully, women of color with medium to dark skin tones have more nude lipstick shades to choose from than ever before. Still, finding the right shade that fits you and your undertones and doesn’t make your pout look ashy, ghastly or unflattering can be tricky. So we’ve done the legwork for you.
Ahead are 10 nude lipsticks at all price points that look stunning against a variety of dark skin tones. Click through to see what made the cut.
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The Best Nude Lipsticks For Dark Skin Tones
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Because nude is relative.
Ahead are 10 nude lipsticks that look stunning against a variety of dark skin tones. Click through to see what made the cut.
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Chanel
Rouge Allure Velvet in Unique, $37 at Chanel
From the velvety, high performance matte formula to the sleek gold bullet, every swipe of this luxe nude from Chanel is sure to make you feel like the fancy woman you are.
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Pat McGrath Labs
MatteTrance Lipstick in 1995 108, $38 at Sephora
Love the long-lasting power and richness of matte lipsticks, but hate the crackly look and feel they give your lips? Pat McGrath created a happy medium with her lipstick range, which includes some gorgeous shades, like this warm, red-toned nude.
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Mented Cosmetics
Dope Taupe Matte Lipstick, $18 at Mented Cosmetics
Mented Cosmetics was created by two black women who know the struggle of finding nude lipsticks and wanted to remedy it. There's a plethora of options to choose from, but Dope Taupe, a brown with slight pink undertones, is especially stunning.
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E.L.F. Cosmetics
Sheer Matte Liquid Lipstick in Praline Petal, $5 at E.L.F. Cosmetics
Looking to try out the blotted lip look that’s all the rage these days? This new sheer pinky nude matte liquid lipstick from E.L.F. Cosmetics will help you achieve it easily without drying out your lips as it’s infused with hydrating jojoba oil.
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ColourPop
Crème Lux Lipstick in Cinnamon, $7 at ColourPop
For her second collection for ColourPop, actress and model Karrueche Tran created a range of creamy, brown girl-friendly lipsticks perfect for everyday wear, like this shade, a gorgeous chocolatey brown.
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Beauty Bakerie
Lip Whip in Cake d’Ivoire, $20 at Beauty Bakerie
When you need your lipstick to stay on all day without budging even a smidge, reach for this long-lasting, smudge-proof liquid lippie from black-owned Beauty Bakerie that’s sure to last through an apocalypse.
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Fenty Beauty
Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color in Unveil, $24 at Sephora
Just as she did with her cult-favorite Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Foundation, Rihanna created universally flattering nude liquid lipsticks for all skin tones with her beloved Stunna Lip Paint formula. Unveil is a delectable chocolate brown that lasts up to 12 hours.
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MAC Cosmetics
Satin Lipstick in Mocha, $18.50 at MAC Cosmetics
MAC Cosmetics has seriously mastered the science of creating nude lipsticks for all skin tones. With shades like Mocha, it’s no wonder black and brown women have been relying on the brand for nude lippies for decades.
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Tarte
Color Splash Lipstick in Siesta, $21 at Tarte
If you prefer your nude lipstick to skew a bit pink, this will find a happy home in your makeup bag. This buttery option from all-natural brand Tarte is packed with plant extracts that will improve the texture of your lips with every wear.
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Bobbi Brown
Luxe Lip Color in Almost Bare, $37 at Bobbi Brown
This luxurious and hydrating lippie rejuvenates lips so they look plump and moisturized even once you’ve wiped it off. This shade is a pretty beige with peach undertones for when you’re looking for a nude to match your lip color versus your skin.
