Nude lipsticks will never go out of style. They've been by our side since the sixties, in the total days and nights of mod cosmetic, spidery lashes and fleshy matte lips. They also dominated the nineties thanks to the supers serving up minimal eye makeup, slim brows and brown-nude lipstick. And they changed tack in the noughties to sheer, glossy textures, naked pinky-nudes and nudes.
For a more relaxed makeup look, or to set off an incredible smoky eye, nude lipstick remains a very chic staple for the twenties 2.0. And with even more of us experimenting with our makeup, we're able to reference throwback beauty looks, while giving it our modern spin.
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Best nude lipsticks at a glance - our top picks:
Best nude lipstick overall: MAC Matte Lipstick, WAS £17.50 £15 NOW.75, LookFantastic
Best nude lipstick for everyday use: Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution, £26, Cult Beauty
Best nude lipstick for dark skin tones: UOMA Beauty Badass Icon Concentrated Matte Lipstick, WAS £21.50 £10 NOW.75, LookFantastic
Best nude lipstick for medium skin tones: Rare Beauty Kind Words Matte Lipstick, £19, Sephora
However, when it comes to nudes, one shade definitely doesn't suit all. That's why it's important that brands are recognising that a single nude in their lipstick edits simply won't make the cut. You should be able to slip it on and feel like it fits flawlessly. Likewise, 50 shades of beige doesn't cater to the multitude of beautiful skin tones out there. Finding the perfect nude lip is as nuanced as finding our ideal foundation shade or favourite pair of jeans.
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The shade, of course, is just one factor when searching for your perfect nude - there's also a variety of textures to consider. From matte to creamy ointments filled with hydrating hyaluronic supplement and acids Age