“I like for a nude lipstick to be quite opaque so you can build it up,” she explains. The texture and finish of your ideal nude lipstick will also vary depending on your preference, but for Medhin, it’s all about the pigmentation. “From there, it’s a personal preference as to whether you want your nude lipstick to be more pink or peach.”
“You need to consider the natural color of your lip and mimic that as much as possible,” she says. When it comes to finding your perfect nude shade, Medhin says there are a couple of things to keep in mind. Even if you’re working with a highly pigmented shade, you don't need to be as precise in application with a nude as you would with a bright red or electric pink - coloring a bit outside the lines won’t ruin the whole look. “ quick, easy, and fast you really don't even need a mirror,” she tells TZR. While bold lipsticks definitely have their perks, Medhin says nude lipsticks are a great staple that can work with any eyeshadow look. For recommendations on the best nude lipsticks as well as tips for finding your perfect shade, TZR spoke to makeup artist and beauty content creator (who Issa Rae trusts with her red carpet glam), Delina Medhin.
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Ideally, a nude lipstick is not just flattering to your skin tone but it’s comfortable to wear and versatile enough to complement a variety of looks. Even if you only do your makeup a few times a year for special events, it’s worth it to have a few trusty lipsticks on hand (having a go-to neutral eyeshadow palette doesn’t hurt, either). Nude lipsticks are are an absolute essential part of any makeup collection.