Although the winter months can be extremely, and annoyingly cold, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice beauty and self-expression. I have to confess; sometimes my fashion sense dwindles a bit during wintertime. It’s freezing and I enjoy wrapping myself up in large sweaters and leggings. In fact, lately I’ve noticed that my favourite dresses have been hanging in my closet for so long without being worn (maybe I should get back to fashion, haha). However, my makeup, and this form of self-expression never dwindle. During this time, I like to experiment with different shade of lipstick. There are actually shades that are perfect for winter! And here are some of them!
Tip: look for purple, plum, berry, red, and pink tones.
CoverGirl Exhibitionist Lipstick Metallic in Rendezvous, $8.79
This lipstick is one of my favourite shades! It’s a berry shade with a cool, metallic tone in it! I think it’s unique compared to the other lipstick shades I have. It adds dimension to my lips while drawing attention to them.
This lipstick is the perfect shade for winter. It also pairs well with different winter apparel. I wear it when I want a pop of colour to contrast my black sweaters or turtlenecks.
I love the smooth application of this lipstick and it lasts pretty long before you have to reapply. Most importantly, this shade is perfect for those who have golden undertones.
You can find this brand and shade at your local drugstore!
L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Ultra Matte Lipstick in Berry Extreme, $7.18
While I’m all for a nice gloss, I do love the look of matte lipstick. This L’Oréal Paris lipstick is another berry shade you can rock during winter. It’s super bold; be prepared to stand out! The pigment of this shade is excellent, and I love how matte and super lightweight it is. I also love that it’s moisturizing and creamy. It smells amazing and the application is easy! If you’re one who struggles with applying matte lipstick, though, you can always purchase a lip liner to line your lips first.
This lipstick shade barely smudges or comes off during drinking and eating.
TPSY Absoliptly in Red Clay, $21.00
Although this lipstick is the shade red clay, it is more of a merlot colour because of my skin tone. Unlike the bold berry colours, this shade is more sophisticated; think date night and parties because you’ll surely impress with this lipstick. This lipstick can be considered quite pricy compared to drugstore lipsticks, but the purchase is definitely worth it.
I love how this lipstick is creamy similar to the L’Oréal shade, and it’s much easier to apply out of all the other brands and shades. This lipstick will not only add a pretty colour to your lips, but it will moisturize them and make your lips shine and glow.
Nars Audacious Satin Lipstick in Fanny, $34.00
This lipstick is more of a pinkish berry colour. I think it compliments my skin tone well, and this may be a shade that works with any skin tone. I was able to apply this lipstick in one go. I didn’t need to apply it with more than one stroke. Not only was I pleased with the colour, but also my lips immediately felt smoother. This is a great winter shade, and adds moisture to the driest of lips during wintertime. If you’re looking for a lipstick that lasts over six hours, this one is for you!
If you think it’s a little pricy, this Nars lipstick is available on Amazon!
Mac Matte Lipstick in Chili, $24.00
If you’re a fan of red lipstick, you’ll definitely be a fan of this one! Red is certainly a perfect shade for wintertime. This matte lipstick works well with olive and medium skin tones. I love how it’s long lasting, it makes my teeth look whiter, and it’s highly pigmented!
What shade will you try this wintertime?
Until next time,
Marisa
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