7 spritely summer lip shades to sample this season

We're embracing every shade of pink this season, but damn, this face-freshening fruit punch hue definitely holds a special place in our heart (and a permanent one in our summer makeup bags).

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A little bit pastel and a little bit neon, lavender is hard to pin down, but easier to pull off than you'd think. Just reach for a pink-based purple to pass by 'undead zombie' for the far preferable 'cool girl' energy.

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Nudes don't really exist for us in summer, but if you're looking for something a little lighter, a creamy cantaloupe colour will definitely do the trick, while still keeping the vibe warm weather-friendly.

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A chic, sheer chilli shade is summer 2021's take on red. It sits somewhere between coral and cherry, and with a little balm (or gloss if you're game) layered over it, it's pure juicy perfection.

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Sorry, winter, you don't own purple, and this blotted, balm-embellished boysenberry is proof. It strikes the perfect balance between peppy and polished, so it could pull your look together in any scenario.

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Orange is a summer staple, of course, but this year we recommend swapping out your classic tangerine in favour of a lighter carrot colour. The slightly paler shade will make summer skin pop like a dream.

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Yes, another pink, sue us. When it looks as good as this matte-but-metallic-style magenta, there's no other choice but to embrace it. Our tip? Keep the face fresh and let the lip do all the talking.

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You heard it here first: bright bubblegum is back and better than ever. This striking shade can no doubt carry a whole look solo, but we must admit we deeply enjoy this tonal take on candy pink.

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