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Best Hydrating Lipstick
MERIT Signature Lip Lightweight Lipstick
Pros
Hydrating
Cons
Pricey
Nude lipstick lovers, gather around. This line of sheer, hydrating lipsticks has all your bases covered. From '90s browns to dusty pinks, this entire shade range is various shades of your-lips-but-better. You've never met a better line of neutrals.
A Sephora reviewer says: "I have super dry lips and these don't dry me out. They literally feel like a balm without the worry of them slipping and bleeding outside lip lines. One of the best lipstick formulas I've ever tried."
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Best Creamy Matte
Sunnies Face Fluffmatte
Pros
Matte
Cons
The product may break
If you aren't stockpiling a collection of lipsticks from Sunnies Face, what are you doing? This brand has quickly made a name for itself as one of the comfiest, cutest lipstick lines on the market. There are three shade ranges available–Pinks, Original, and Nude-Ish. The Nude-Ish line has every color, tone, and undertone you could ever want.
A Sunnies Face reviewer says: "It's matte but stays moist on your lips and doesn't look crackly at all. Super easy to apply and very pigmented. Affordable too! I want more colors now."
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Best Cult Favorite
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick
Pros
Matte
Cons
Pricey
Everybody and their grandma wants to get their hands on Charlotte Tilbury's Pillow Talk lipstick and it's no surprise why. This color is the perfect pinky nude for anyone who wants a blushier lip. Vying for a '90s nude instead? Try shades Cover Star or Catwalking instead.
A Nordstrom reviewer says: "This lipstick surprised me because it almost matches my natural lip color. It is great as a nude and going for a natural and fresh-faced look."
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Best Long-Lasting Cream Lipstick
NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream
Pros
Affordable
Cons
Can settle into the cracks of your lips
Let's talk about comfort. A lipstick that's long-lasting, matte, and non-drying seems too good to be true. And for less than $7? Seems impossible but NYX made it happen. The line has all the colors you could ever want in your collection, but shades London, Abu Dhabi, Berlin, and Stockholm are the true nudes.
An Ulta reviewer says: "Love the color, love the longevity, love the smooth application. My life has changed because of this lip color."
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Best for Juicy Lips
Clinique Almost Lipstick
Pros
Hydrating
Cons
Limited shade range
Nude lipsticks don't have to wash you out. Black Honey by Clinique is not only a viral sensation but also a juicy, berry-toned nude lipstick that adds that extra oomph of color. It looks beautiful on every skin tone, but the hydrating, balmy texture will definitely win you over.
A Sephora reviewer says: "I have never been a big lipstick user, but this thing is amazing. The color is very buildable and rich; it applies very smoothly and beautifully."
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Best Pigmented Lipstick
Juvia's Place Nubian Earth Lipstick
Pros
Pigmented
Cons
Small shade range
There's nothing sheer about this line of lipsticks–this range of six shades is all about the pigment. They have a semi-matte, velvety finish that makes lips look airbrushed and never dry. From muted nudes to intense berries, this line has a nude for every skin tone.
An Ulta reviewer says: "I love this lipstick. The color is deep and rich and the lipstick is moisturizing."
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Best for No-Makeup Makeup
Glossier Generation G
Pros
Matte
Cons
Can settle into the cracks of your lips
There's something effortlessly cool about a lipstick you don't need a mirror to apply. Glossier's Generation G matte lipstick is somewhere between a balm and a lip tint. All the colors are sheer and buildable, but the shades Leo, Fuzz, and Malt are the Autumnal nudes of your dreams.
A Glossier reviewer says: "I love this so much that I bought 3 more in the other colors. It looks so good on the skin, and I love that it wears well on my lips! I will buy this in every shade it comes in because it's that good!"
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Best Soft Matte Finish
Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Kind Words Matte Lipstick
Pros
Pigmented
Cons
Can settle into the cracks of your lips
Selena Gomez doesn't miss with her line Rare Beauty. Her Kind Words lipsticks are a matte satin finish that are packed with pigment, but still comfortable to wear. Plus, you can also buy a matching lip liner, which is super helpful with darker shades.
A Sephora reviewer says: "This is the PERFECT natural lipstick color! I was so impressed by how much I loved the color while also loving the formula. It's not drying and feels so nice on! I wouldn't say it's transfer proof but it is pretty long wearing."
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Best for Easy Lipstick
HOURGLASS Girl Lip Stylo
Pros
Hydrating
Cons
Pricey
This twist-up lipstick by Hourglass has been severely underrated. The line spans neutrals to hot pinks, but nude shades like Influencer and Believer are great every day colors. The formula is ultra-hydrating but pigmented, leaving behind a glossy sheen.
An Ulta reviewer says: "Hourglass has become one of my favorite brands and the best part [is] they are CRUELTY-FREE!!! These lip colors glide on super smooth and don't dry out my lips."
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Best Tinted Lip Balm
FENTY BEAUTY Slip Shine Sheer Shiny Lipstick
Pros
Hydrating
Cons
Color can fade quickly
Chapped lips ladies—this is for you. Toss the ugly, sad lip balms out and swap in this sheer balm that's part lipstick, part chapstick, and all gorgeous. All the shades are hydrating and lightweight, with a hint of sparkle.
An Ulta reviewer says: "I don't like thick, color-saturated lipstick. I also don't like super gooey gloss. This is the perfect balance–a little color, a little shine. It's very moisturizing and [of] great quality. Nice color options too!"
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Best Investment Lipstick
Gucci Rouge de Beauté Brillant Glow & Care Shine Lipstick
Pros
Hydrating
Cons
Pricey
A bougie sheer lipstick never goes out of style. Beyond the stunning packaging, this Gucci lipstick is hydrating, leaving behind a buildable yet sheer pigment. The shades Linnet Stone, Peggy Taupe, and Rosewood are all great neutral tones you can wear every day.
A Sephora reviewer says: "The most hydrating lip color I have ever used. I work as a flight attendant (almost 0% humidity in the cabin) and just finished a 12-hour day on the plane with much softer lips than usual."
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Best Drugstore Lipstick
REVLON Super Lustrous Lipstick
Pros
Affordable
Cons
Color can fade quickly
Revlon is known for its comfortable and hydrating lipstick formulas. If you want your pout to look glossy but never goopy, reach for the Super Lustrous Lipstick. They come in practically every shade imaginable, but the colors Pink Pearl, Coffee Bean, and Smoky Rose are some must-have nudes.
An Amazon reviewer says: "This is my newest go-to lipstick. I get the greatest compliments every time I wear it. It feels great on and stays on rather well."
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