Gabrielle Ulubay is a Beauty Writer at Marie Claire. She has also written about sexual wellness, fashion, culture, and politics both at Marie Claire and for publications like The New York Times, Bustle, and HuffPost Personal.
functions like a statement piece. Whether deep plum or blush pink, a precisely chosen color can bring attention that rivals wearing a sold-out designer bag or a sky-high heel—especially when the lip shade complements and enhances your skin tone. When it comes to the best lipsticks for fair skin, expert-recommended shades make your lips pop without making your skin look sallow.
Allow your undertone to guide which shades you try first."If you have fair skin with a cool undertone, opt for a red that is blue based," Badro advises."If you have fair skin with a warm undertone, opt for a red that is orange based." Have a neutral undertone? Either category works.