The lip colour shade every woman should own

Living in search of a lightweight lippy that offers the gleam of a gloss sans stickiness? So were we, before we found this formula. A buttery blend that coats your pout with a wash of the perfect pinky-nude colour, it also hydrates and nourishes like a balm as it works; it's truly the ideal low-maintenance lip colour through and through.

You can’t go wrong with a gloss, and the shade of Belize paired with the shiny finish makes for an excellent everyday lip colour. Also, it’s a great pink nude to balance out a smoky eye!

As On The Mauve is a deeper pinky-nude, it’ll work best for those with olive, tanned and dark skin tones. The formula of it will glide on like a dream, and we expect you’ll be very pleased with the colour payoff.  

Revealed works as the perfect nude shade for darker skin tones, the peachy-brown tones in this matte tint also contrast well against fair skin.

Technically the Dior Lip Glow is a lip balm, but each of them features a hint of colour to give your lips a subtle tint for everyday wear. The Rosewood shade gives a nice rosy finish with a pearl effect.

Perfect for more of a subtle wash of colour, this hydrating lipstick from CHANEL is for those on the hunt for a lippie they can apply, sans mirror.

Arguably the shade that made MAC lipstick famous the world over, Velvet Teddy adds a touch of effortless sophistication to a wide range of skin tones.

Blush has a tiny bit more pink than it does beige, leaving your lips looking naturally healthy. You can expect a semi-matte finish, making it a great everyday option.

Not everyone is a fan of the velvet matte lip look that’s currently trending, and that’s where this satin lipstick has a chance to (semi-)shine (no pun intended). The pigmented formula will give you a punchy, natural lip look in seconds, while leaving your lips feeling soft and comfortable.

If you’re more of a liquid lipstick fan, then this creamy and nourishing lip colour from Marc Jacobs may be just what your beauty kit ordered. Slow Burn IS a darker shade of pinky-nude, so keep it for when you want more of a standout neutral lip than a natural one.

Offering a matte finish that doesn’t cake, Must Have Mauve has just the right amount of purple to complement any skin tone.

The plum tones in Secret Salma may be a touch darker than your run-of-the-mill nude, but it makes for a great ‘your lips but better’ finish.

Described as a neutral rose shade, Audition can easily be swiped on sans mirror to complement any makeup look.

It should come as no surprise that the shade Natural will work wonders to enhance your lip colour, while the non-drying matte formula will feel comfortable for hours.

Offering pigmented colour, long-lasting (and comfortable) wear, and a hint of shine, Vintage is another mauve-based nude that looks great on any occasion.​

Rose Carnation will give your lips a natural hint of colour that can be built between medium and full coverage, with a gorgeous satin finish.

Keen for more of a statement lip look? These are the Beauty Crew team's favourite bold lipstick colours.

Do you have a favourite pinky-nude lipstick? Please share with us in the comments section below.

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