Light Lipstick Shades

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If you're looking for a new lipstick but want something that's not too bold or too subtle, there are plenty of options. Light lipstick shades can be the perfect way to add a subtle pop of color to your look. Here are some light lipstick shades that will work for any skin tone.

PAT McGRATH LABSMatteTrance™ Lipstick - Divine Rose Collection

Size: 0.14 oz/ 4 g·ITEM: 2458743

Color: Divine Rose - romantic nude pink

28 Reviews

$57.00

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Universally Flattering Shade...I'm a fan of the MatteTrance lipsticks because I know once I apply the lipstick in the morning, I won't need to reapply until late afternoon only if I've been indulging in lots of daytime snacking and need to freshen up my look. ...shade is too nude...The only thing I didn't like this shade is too nude. It was really close to my lip color shade.

What it is: A richly pigmented lipstick that adorns lips in a veil of lightweight color for a modern matte finish.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

What Else You Need to Know: A revolutionary lipstick so luxurious and richly pigmented, it drenches lips in a veil of opulently opaque color while delivering a mesmerizingly modern matte finish. Each shade features a hydrating creamy texture combined with saturated pigment for lightweight, one-stroke coverage.

Charlotte TilburyHot Lips Lipstick 2

ITEM: 2244564

Color: Glowing Jen - soft rose

432 Reviews

$51.50

I like this lipstick! The best thing about this lipstick is its shade. ...I have been looking for the perfect shade a pink for YEARS. This shade is so flattering on my light skin tone.

What it is: A lipstick in 11 shades inspired by strong icons, rule-breakers, record-makers, and history-shakers.

What Else You Need to Know: Created using Charlotte’s iconic K.I.S.S.I.N.G and Matte Revolution formula, this lipstick is moisturizing and hydrating for kissably-soft lips. The antioxidant lipstick tree and orchid extracts soothe, soften, and protect your lips.

SEPHORA COLLECTIONAbout That Shine Sheer Shine Lipstick

Size: 0.10 oz.·ITEM: 2729994

Color: 02 Soft Twinkle

498 Reviews

$22.00

Beautiful Lipstick!...All About That Shine Sheer Lipstick in Shade 18 Flashing Lights offers a vibrant pop with a glossy finish. ...This is a great affordable lipstick. I have 2 shades. It is very sheer, so if you want more pigment, pick a darker shade.

What it is: 

A lightweight lipstick with eye-catching prismatic shine that provides lips with a sheer flush of color and a 12-hour moisturizing, balm-like texture.


Formulation Type: Lipstick 


What Else You Need to Know: This lipstick contains pigments with unrivaled power to reflect light, for maximum prismatic shine.Their special structure reflects the light more intensely than traditional pearls while the sheer coverage balm formula coats the lips with a long-lasting feeling of hydration. Available in a wide range of shades that compliment all skin tones with a sheer flush of eye-catching color.

GucciLong Lasting Satin Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz·ITEM: 2749455

Color: 221 Mina Light Pink - pink

647 Reviews

$66.00

My everyday lipstick!...Gucci long-lasting lipstick in Matilda Sunrise is a beautiful mauve shade that lasts a long time. ...It’s not drying, doesn’t run, and doesn’t crease after a few hours of wear. The shade is beautiful and I would definitely purchase other shades!

What it is: A creamy, intense-color lipstick with a formula that delivers a long-lasting satin finish, leaving lips smooth and soft with a lightweight, comfortable feel.


Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also vegan and silicone-free.


What Else You Need to Know: The 36 shades sweep from nudes to reds to pinks with nuances of orange and purple and one moody black hue.

SEPHORA COLLECTIONAbout That Shine Lacquer Shine Lipstick

Size: 0.10 oz.·ITEM: 2730265

Color: 12 Infrared Light

220 Reviews

$22.00

The shade I got was 01 Magnetic Wave and it is a beautiful pink nude shade. ...I would but this lipstick in other shades too.

What it is: 

A lacquer lipstick with prismatic shine and long-lasting intense color.


Formulation Type: Lipstick 


What Else You Need to Know: This lipstick contains pigments with unrivaled power to reflect light, for maximum prismatic shine. Their special structure reflects the light more intensely than traditional pearls. Its balm formula coats your lips with a feeling of hydration for 12 hours and its high coverage amplifies your lips with a perfectly opaque color. All day long, its formula retains optimal intensity without bleeding into fine lines.

HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGALe Monster Lip Crayon Vegan Lipstick and Lip Liner

Size: 0.049 oz / 1.4 g·ITEM: 2572113

Color: Light Peony Matte - cool light peony

632 Reviews

$34.00

My lip shade but better!...The light peony matte is such a soft and subtle shade! ...The shimmer in this color lights up your lips like you wouldn’t believe! Creating the most beautiful highlights on your lip even in the dark!!

What it is: AA clean, comfortable, creamy lipstick that wraps lips in moisturizing mango seed oil, lip boosting peptides and high-impact color.


Formulation Type: Lipstick, Lip Liner


Benefits: Hydrating


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Mango Seed Oil: Moisturizes and nourishes.

- Lip Boosting Peptides: Enhance natural volume.

- Hyaluronic Filling Spheres: Naturally plump and firm the look of lips and provide comfort and long-lasting hydration.

GucciVelvet Matte Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz·ITEM: 2749430

Color: 120 - Sonia Light Beige - soft, muted beige

771 Reviews

$66.00

Adorable lipstick...I totally gonna try another shades....Love the shade and how velvety and matte the lipstick is, forts tome to try it!

What it is: A long-lasting lipstick with intense color, a velvety matte finish, and a silky lightweight formula enriched with nourishing ingredients.


Highlighted Ingredients: 

- Gelling waxes and oils: Provide a lightweight finish and enhance the pigmentation of the lipstick.

- Rich pigments: Deliver vibrant, intense color with a soft finish.


What Else You Need to Know: Gucci presents a collection of intensely-hued lipsticks with a long-lasting matte finish. Specially formulated with oils, rich pigments, and gelling waxes, the comfortable formula applies easily, doesn’t smudge or run, and delivers rich color with a soft velvety feel.

GivenchyLe Rouge Interdit Cream Velvet Lipstick

Size: 0.2oz / 5.6 g·ITEM: 2691277

Color: N27 Rouge Infusé - dusk pink red

284 Reviews

$59.50

I never wear red lipstick. I always reach for my light nude lipsticks but a quality red lipstick is always good to have around for special occasions! ...I really love my Le Rouge Interdit Cream Velvet lipstick in shade 27. It's a really lovely shade of red that stays on my lips true to shade.

What it is: A highly pigmented, matte-velvet liquid lipstick that offers up to 12 hours of wear.


Formulation Type: Lipstick / Liquid Lipstick


Benefits: Hydrating, Long-wearing


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Shea Butter: Hydrates and moisturizes.

- Meadowfoam Oil: Provides comfort.

DIORRouge Dior Refillable Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz·ITEM: 2750735

Color: 777 Fahrenheit - a flamboyant brick red

1.3K Reviews

$66.00

The perfect lipstick...I also got this magenta shade , which is a rich, iconic pink shade, that just enhances my natural skin tone. ...Such a beautiful shade. This lipstick is a velvety matte, it feels so smooth on the lips.

What it is: A refillable, long-lasting lipstick with hydrating, floral lip care for up to 24 hours of comfort.
Formulation Type: 
Lipstick


Benefits: Hydrating, Long-wearing


Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Red Peony Extract: Preserves the lips’ natural hydration to bring out their radiance.

- Pomegranate Flower Extract: Improves overall lip quality for suppleness and softness.

- Shea Butter: Provides intense nourishment.

$47.50

Not only does it save me space with my blushes but I don’t need to pack lipsticks either! I just use the shades as a lipstick as well!...I have used dew it flirty. Shades are out of this world. I use it on top of nars lip powermatte shade sweet disposition with pillow talk outline.

What it is: A skin-loving, ultra-luxe cheek and lip cream palette filled with four multiuse shades ideal for all skin tones.

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Jojoba Oil: Moisturizes.
- Shea Butter: Soothes.
- Vitamin E: Is rich in antioxidants.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also gluten-free and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: The lightweight, balm-like texture blends seamlessly to create a healthy flush of color for the ultimate fresh-faced, monochromatic look.

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