It’s no secret I’m extremely pale. I just am and that’s ok. During the summer I spray tan, but most of the time I just rock it. I know what shades work for me, I know when I have on way too much bronzer, and I definitely know that yellow is not my color.
The thing I have the hardest time with though is lipstick colors. I’m constantly concerned I’m crossing over into circus territory and look ridiculous. I also don’t want to wear the same thing every day. There are some girls who can rock lots of different shades of lipstick, but I am just not one of them.
However, these are my go-to lipsticks, the ones I know are ok for my pale skin and will not put me on the news as a “clown-stalker.”
So here they are, my favorite lipsticks for pale skin. I broke them into categories so you can achieve the look you are going for.
Nude:
Estee Lauder Pure Color Crystal- 01 Crystal BabyÂ
Pale people do not have skin-colored “nude” lips. Our lips are actually kind of pink. I LOVE this lipstick from Estee Lauder. I received it in a gift with purchase bag one year and continue to buy it. It’s just the perfect shade for a nude glossy professional look. This is my “everyday” lipstick for work and running around town.
Dramatic:
L’oreal Colour Riche Lipcolour – 815 Ginger Spice
For evening and elegant events, I like this L’Oreal lipstick in Ginger Spice. It’s dark, but not too dark and in a brownish color. It makes me feel kind of powerful and pretty without being too overdone.
Soft and Romantic:
Mac Matte Lipstick – Runway Hit
I love this M.A.C. lipstick. It’s such a pretty shade of pink. I discovered this color on my wedding day when my makeup artist asked what look I was going for, and I said “a soft pretty lip and all the eyelashes,” and she pulled out this. I loved this color so much, I bought it from her right there. The only thing is I don’t love matte lipstick so I have to add a touch of clear gloss or vaseline.
Red:
Covergirl Outlast – 521 Eternal Flame
Pale girls have to be careful with reds. This is where we can cross over into clown territory or look like a Hollywood starlet depending on the color. Pale people actually need reds with blueish undertones and I am obsessed with this color. I bring it out a lot for the holidays and theme parties.
Balm:
Burt’s Bees Moisturizing Lip Balm – Pomegranate
Sometimes you just want a quick and easy colored lip balm. My favorite is Burt’s Bees in Pomegranate. This color is just right and never too much with my pale skin and blonde hair.
What are your favorite lipsticks?
I’ve been on the hunt for a new pink and I am loving that MAC Matte Lipstick!
I LOVE it. I don’t always love matte lipsticks though, but with a touch of gloss or Chapstick it’s perfect.
That MAC lipstick is so pretty! I’ve been looking for a pink “my lips but better” shade, and this is a great option!
I LOVE it. By far one of my favorites!
I’m a pale person too and have a hard time with lip colors. I had my makeup done the other day and loved the color the girl picked out of me. It’s something I never would have picked for myself, but I am so glad I tired. The perfect pink neutral! It’s Smashbox Famous!
Awesome! Thanks, I will have to check it out. I’m always looking for new ones.
Pale girls unite! Love your picks for lip colours. I rock my paleness all year round! I do not bother to self tan because I am too lazy to keep it up LOL
Hahaha! Go team!
I have been in the market for some new lipsticks, so I am pinning this to look at for the next time I am out shopping!
xx, Jamie
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Awesome! Thanks!
I love MAC lipsticks so I’d definitely go with that one! It’s a beautiful color by the way!
Thank you! It’s definitely one of my favorites.
I am always looking for a good nude color. I’ll have to check that one out!
It’s WONDERFUL!
I’m definitely going to check out all of these! I find it so hard sometimes to find good lip colors to match my skin tone. I have a great nude, but it only works in the summer months when my skin is slightly darker than normal. It’s totally crappy. Being pale is the worst haha
Awesome! My skin is never darker unless it’s fake, so that one works for me all the time haha!
I’m not pale, but I LOVE the Burt’s Bees pomegranate lip balm!
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Oh man, isn’t it the best?
I’d go with MAC. Great options.
I love my MAC lipstick!