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What's The Best Lipstick Shade For Me? Here's How To Find The Perfect Red, Nude, and Bright Hues

You're standing in the makeup aisle, looking at a mesmerizing wall of lipstick — with no clue where to turn. In a sea of reds, which is the right one for you? Will nude even show up on your lips? How bright is too bright? Choosing a lipstick color might seem daunting, but once you've found your shade, all will be right in the world.

We've partnered with COVERGIRL to conquer the task at hand and bring you the best reds, brights, and nudes for your skin tone. Because a wall of lipstick should always give you pleasant vibes.

This article is sponsored by COVERGIRL.

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by Jillian Ruffo

If you’re fair…

Your complexion loves orange undertones, so go for a fiery red, like Marie’s here.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in Candy Apple 292

If you’re olive…

Look for a cool, bright red — it contrasts with your skin just enough.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in 305 Hot Chaleur

If you’re deep…

Warm cherry reds with blue-brown undertones pair perfectly with deep skin.

The shade: COVERGIRLColorlicious Lipstick in 295 Succulent Cherry

If you’re fair…

Try a peachy pink that’s one or two shades darker than your skin. It will give you just the right amount of definition.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in 240 Caramel Kiss

If you’re olive…

Look for a sheer, violet-based rose, which will blend with your skin to create the perfect nude hue.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in 395 Darling Kiss

If you’re deep…

A warm mauve with brown tones will play up your lips’ natural color.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in 265 Romance Mauve

If you’re fair…

Bright magenta contrasts fair skin while bringing out your natural pink tones.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in 405 Temptress Rose

If you’re olive…

Blue-based pinks stand out against contrasting olive tones, so try a bold bubblegum like Sierra’s.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in Enchantress Blush 365

If you’re deep…

A purpley-fuchsia shade, like Kadeen’s, has violet undertones that pop against darker skin tones.

The shade: COVERGIRL Colorlicious Lipstick in Spellbound 325

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