If red lipsticks make you look sexy and glamorous, pink lipstick shades bring out your fun and adventurous side. Whether it is a bright pop of neon pink or a subtle and everyday nude pink, different pink lipstick shades are finally having their moment. From your favourite celebrities on the red carpet to models on major international runways, everybody is rocking a pink pout. Just one swipe of this powerful colour instantly knocks years off your look and makes you look fresh-faced and young. But finding the best pink lipstick that complements your skin tone is not always as easy as you think!
If you have a fair or light skin tone, chances are that you also have a cool undertone. If you are looking for a soft everyday pink shade that you can wear to work every day, try a cool-toned nude pink that enhances the natural colour of your lips, giving you a “your lips but better look”. These pink lipstick shades add a soft flush of colour to your lips and do not make them look super overdone. If you have a pale or fair complexion with a warm undertone, the best pink lipstick shade for you would be something with yellow or peach undertones.
Heading out for a romantic date night with your partner and want to bring out your flirty side? Have fun with colour and add a bold pink lippy with cool undertones to brighten up your complexion and keep your makeup young and lively.
Our picks –
1. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Crayon X Pinks Edition – Keep It Fun
2. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick X Pinks Edition – Ringleader
3. Maybelline Sensational Liquid Matte Lipstick – Keep It Mellow
4. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Crayon – Treat Yourself
5. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick – Romantic
If you have medium, dusky, or olive skin tones, consider yourself extremely lucky. Most people who fall under the medium to olive skin tone category have warm or neutral undertones, which makes it very easy for them to carry off most, if not all, pink lipstick shades available. Even if your undertone leans more towards the cool side, you don’t really have to stress much about matching the hues to find the best pink lipstick shade. From vibrant blue-toned pinks to soft orange-pink lipstick shades, people with medium skin tones and rock it all! That being said, the best pink lipstick for those with a medium, dusky, or olive skin tone is one with hints of brown or caramels and blue. For an everyday pink lipstick shade, look for a warm undertone and flaunt deep pinks with blue and purple undertones if you want your lips to really stand out.
Our picks –
1. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Crayon X Pinks Edition – Change Is Good
2. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick X Pinks Edition – Initiator
3. Maybelline Sensational Liquid Matte Lipstick – Best Babe
4. Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick – Mesmerizing Magenta
5. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Crayon – Stay Exceptional
6. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick – Delicate
If you have deep and dark brown skin tones, don’t be afraid of wearing bright and bold colours. Statement shades like fuchsia and hot pinks contrast beautifully with your brown complexion and are a match made in heaven. Opt for a delicate warm-toned pink lipstick shade for an everyday look and a deep berry or purple-pink hue for some nighttime glam. Berry and rose pink shades look absolutely radiant on dark skin tones are the perfect colours for creating show-stopping looks. If such vibrant pink lipstick shades are not your cup of tea, look for a mauve-hued lipstick that will coat your pout with just the right amount of colour without creating a harsh contrast against your deep complexion.
Our picks –
1. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Crayon X Pinks Edition – Run The World
2. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick X Pinks Edition – Pathfinder
3. Maybelline Sensational Liquid Matte Lipstick – Easy Berry
4. Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick – Flaming Fuchsia
5. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Crayon – Lead The Way
6. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick – Lover
Whether you vibe with a neon pink lipstick that will give Barbie a run for her money or enjoy a barely there subtle and sophisticated colour, there is a pink lipstick shade out there for everybody. And that’s not all, you can also play around with different textures like matte, satin, velvet, and glossy to find the best pink lipstick that suits your style. (Know more about different types of lipstick makeup here!) From lazy Sunday brunches with your girlfriends to a night out in town with your partner, the right pink lipstick shade adds the perfect finishing touch to just about any makeup look.
But with so many options, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and confused when trying to find the best pink lipstick shade for your skin tone and undertone. Want us to nudge you in the right direction? Check out the new Maybelline Superstay Matte Inks X Pinks Edition for 11 pink shades that flatter all Indian skin tones. From soft everyday nude pinks to bright and bold hot pinks, this collection includes 7 liquid lipsticks and 4 lip crayons, perfect for every mood. Pick a pink lipstick shade that you like and check out the Maybelline Virtual Try On tool to see how it looks on you! The Virtual Try On tool gives you a quick and hassle-free virtual makeover in real time so you can try each lipstick before you buy. Try on all the different pink lipstick shades by Maybelline from the comfort of your own home and with zero commitment. This tool is a great way to step out of your comfort zone and experiment with new colours without spending any money. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to play with makeup and look Pretty in Pink!
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A pink lipstick is both playful and powerful. It has got femininity into it, and women love it. It seems like there’s some truth to this attraction. Historically, the best-selling lipstick hue of all time are shades of pink.
If finding your perfect pink is still not a straightforward process, we’ve got some valuable tips for you. From flaunting a flamingo pink lip or tan-enhancing tropical corals, we’ve chosen the prettiest pink lipsticks shades for every skin tone.
Colour psychologists suggest pink as a calming colour associated with love, kindness, and femininity. But how it was perceived by society has changed over the years. Back in the day, it was considered masculine; pink used to be a boy’s colour and blue a girl’s.
Fast-forward to now and we are getting to a place where everyone is invited to wear make-up; there are no rules – so whatever your age, gender, or skin hue – there will be a pink just for you.
Read: Knowing Your Colours: The Benefits of Colourstrology
There is a perfect shade of pink for everyone, just like with the classic red lipstick. But let’s get the ‘how do you know if your lipstick is cool or warm or neutral?’ question out of the way. It starts with knowing your undertone and your veins will help you determine that.
Bluish and purple veins mean you have a cool undertone. Cool-toned pinks are fuchsia, purple-pinks, magenta, and hot pink.
Green veins mean warm undertone. Warm-toned pink lipstick shades have a reddish, peach, orange or even yellowish undertones. Warm-toned pinks are lemonade, red-pink, peach, coral, and salmon.
If the veins on your wrist look green and blue, it means you have a neutral undertone. Neutral pinks are a perfect balance of shades and don’t appear too heavy in any colour in real life.
Sometimes you can figure it out with this age-old ‘gold vs. silver’ jewellery test:
Place a piece of jewellery (gold and silver) up against your skin. If gold looks more flattering, you have a warm undertone. If silver looks better, then you have a cool undertone.
Here we carefully selected the best shades of pink that will complement every skin tone.
Fair and light skin tones complement wearing cool-toned pink lipsticks that have blue and purple undertones.
Cooler-toned light skins look great from subtler, pale pink lipsticks such as Joli Rouge Brillant in Sandy Pink, £26 to as intensely pigmented as a hot pink lipstick shade.
Clarins’ beauty coaches cautioned that while some light and fair skin look good in cool-toned pink, there are still some exceptions. Avoid anything with a blueish undertone if you have a naturally pink or very sallow complexion.
Medium and olive skin tones are gorgeous in coral pinks like Joli Rouge in Papaya, £26.
Darker skin tones will look fabulous in vibrant and deep pink hues such as pink cranberry or a bright fuchsia lipstick.
As experts say, pink is a universally flattering colour as it has always been associated with a rosy glow, the colour of good health. No matter what skin you’re in, you’ll look good in pink. And we’re happy to report that there is a Clarins’ pink lipstick shade that’s perfect for every skin tone, none other than the raspberry shade – in all textures.
Pink is just so versatile it can be both dainty and rebellious. Late night parties call for a bright hot pink lipstick which can come across as liberating and bold, while rosy pink feels dainty and romantic – perfect for a brunch or a walk in the park. And to complement a golden tan, swipe a lip shimmer in pop coral shade.
Channelling a ‘no make-up’ look? Then Joli Rouge in a subtle nude pink, £26 with a “your lips but better” finish is the way to go.
Tip: To ensure your pink lipstick applies smoothly, be sure to prep your lips. Use a gentle scrub to remove any dead skin and then apply a thin layer of lip balm. We like to use the Extra-Firming Lip and Contour Balm, £33, that has a matte texture (so it won’t interfere with the finish of your lipstick) and also helps smooth the lip contour – a great pick for anyone looking to plump fine lines above the lip.
Absolutely. Experiment and swatch the shades; feel free to play with textures and pick the one that makes you feel comfortable and confident – satin, matte, sheer or gloss.
Clarins matte lipsticks are all moisturising, thanks to apricot oil. It has this velvety texture that is light and creamy, gliding like butter onto the lips and keeping them nourished for six-hours straight.
These are just our expert’s pink lipstick recommendations. So let your heart lead you to find your prettiest, perfect pink pout. Pop into your nearest Clarins counter or find your Virtual Beauty consultation online.