5 Great Nude Lipsticks for Medium to Deep Skin Tones

If you have a medium to deep skin tone, at least once in your life, you've probably been very excited about a new lipstick or gloss you bought, only to become disappointed when you realize it doesn't flatter your complexion. It may look too pasty or give you that frosted effect that no one likes, and unfortunately, it's rampant with nude lipsticks.

To never experience this age-old problem again, consider purchasing one of these nude lippies that look phenomenal on our golden hues.

ColourPop Lippie Stix in With The Band: On Sale for $4

I am a medium-skinned girl, and there is nothing that I love more than a pinky nude. ColourPop's With The Band has been one of my favorites forever. It has a brownish undertone that complements without blending in, while the powerful mauve gives you a flush of life. And it's on sale for an affordable $4.

Black Radiance Perfect Tone Matte Lip Creme in Go Nude: $5.29

Black Radiance is one of the few OG makeup brands that put deeper skin at the forefront of their mission. Each shade is made to enhance your shade, and one of their standouts is the Matte Lip Creme and Go Nude. It's super versatile—you can go solo with it or use it as a topper against a darker lip pencil.

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Juvia's Place The Nude Velvety Matte Lipstick in Toffee: $15

Another company that has kept us in mind is Juvia's Place. They dropped their Nude Velvety Matte Lipstick line a few years ago, and I always return to it when I'm looking for a new nude. They have every undertone from brown to pink. And that chocolatey one, Toffee, looks ethereal on deep skin.

Clinique Even Better Pop Lip Color Foundation Lipstick in Subtle: $24

If you're not sure what will look best on your tone and undertone, check out Clinique's Even Better Foundation Lipstick. They have a comprehensive guide to help you tailor your selection to who you are. While I recommend using the color wheel, I have to say that I bet Subtle would look great on nearly everyone.

Lisa Eldridge True Velvet Lip Color in Velvet Fawn: $36

YouTuber Lisa Eldridge's makeup brand is a hidden gem. Amongst some of her best is easily the True Velvet Lip Color. It's one of those matte lipsticks that does not dry out your skin. And the most exciting part? They have one of those magical shades that look great (and different) on every shade of skin. Take a look at the models, and you'll know exactly what I mean.

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