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Top 5 Fall Lipsticks
The weather is starting to get cooler, and the leaves are changing color here in Connecticut. Fall is such a pretty season, and one of my favorite things about it has to be the makeup. Last month, I shared my favorite Fall eyeshadows in a collab with my friends Catherine and Christine. This month, I decided to stick with the top 5 theme, and share my picks for Fall lipsticks.
I've included both old and new favorites as well as a variety of price points. If there is one trend we are seeing a lot of this season, it's a bold burgundy lip. A little bit vampy, a little bit more sultry, and nice change from the tinted lip balms of summer, all of my picks will compliment the matte skin of Fall and help transition you into the season with ease.
Here are my five must-have lipsticks for the Fall season:
- Tarte Glamazon Lipstick in Playful - This lipstick made my top 12 makeup products from 2012 list, and it is still a favorite.
- Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Tint in Moody - A tinted balm/stain, this is the perfect color for Fall and has been a staple in my kit for a while.
- NYX Merlot - Highly pigmented, smooth matte color that is also super affordable.
- Wet n Wild Mauve Outta Here - A budget friendly pick that works on a variety of skin tones.
- Hourglass Nude No 6 - Luxury in a tube.
Tarte LipSurgence Natural Lip Tint in Moody: These chubby twist up pencils have been a longtime favorite of makeup artists and makeup junkies everywhere. The formula feels like a lip balm, but wears like a stain. If you are afraid of wearing bold lip colors, this is a good choice, because your lips will be bathed in a sheer wash of color rather than full-on pigment. The application is literally effortless, and can be applied without a mirror as you would a lip balm. Moody is a deep berry, which is the lip color this season. Buy this, it will change your life.
Above (left to right): Tarte Playful, Tarte Moody
NYX Merlot: This matte shade is similar to Tarte Playful (above), but is a bit more budget friendly. It also leans a bit more red than rose. Merlot is a plummy red long-wear formula that is not overly drying on the lips. I am a huge fan of these lipsticks and if you want to try a trendy shade without breaking the bank, this is a great way to do it. I have countless shades of the NYX Matte Lipsticks, and I can safely say that Merlot is a true favorite of mine.
Above (left to right): Tarte Playful, Tarte Moody, NYX Merlot
Wet n Wild Mauve Outta Here: I was super excited when my local CVS recently started selling Wet n Wild. This is a brand I've been using since I was a teenager, and the quality and color selection has only gotten better with time. This shade is part of the brand's "Mega Matte" collection. This deep mauvey shade is surprisingly flattering on most skin tones. The brand keeps costs down with simple packaging, but don't be fooled, the product inside is great quality for the price. If you are looking for a good matte lipstick this season that only costs a couple of bucks, go for this one.
Above (from left to right): Tarte Playful, Tarte Moody, NYX Merlot, Wet n Wild Mauve Outta Here
Hourglass Nude No 6: This is the most luxurious of my picks for Fall. The deepest of the Hourglass nude lip stylos, this mauve-nude is the lightest of the shades I've chosen. While we are seeing a trend toward deeper lip colors this season, we are also seeing a completely nude matte look. Nothing compliments barely-there makeup like the perfect nude lip. This twist-up crayon provides full coverage with a matte to satin finish. The packaging is super luxurious, complete with gold colored rim and font. If you are looking to splurge on a new lippie this season, I highly recommend this one. Yes, there are a million nude lip colors on the market, but for some reason this is just the perfect nude. If this shade is doesn't work for you, Hourglass has 5 others in the line to choose from. This feels completely weightless on the lips and the jumbo crayon format makes application a breeze. Try pairing this with a cranberry eyeshadow for a fun, season appropriate look.
Above (left to right): Tarte Playful, Tarte Moody, NYX Merlot, Wet n Wild Mauve Outta Here, Hourglass Femme Nude No 6
I hope you enjoyed this look at my top 5 Fall lipsticks for 2013. Did I mention any of your favorites?
Please share your favorites in the comments below!