The Ultimate Brown Lipsticks Safe For All Seasons

Ten minutes after September 7th like clockwork, that feeling of “give me warm everything” sets in: cozy knits, spiced beverages, caramel balayage…and brown lipstick. Don’t listen to that cousin  – anyone with any skin tone can pull off a defined brown lip. And we dare to say, it’s not directly correlated with the holidays and low temperatures. So stash one of these brown lip shades in your bag and never have to remove it:

The Hydrating One: Dior Couture Color Rouge Lipstick in 884 Celebre ($38)

Enriched with naturally hydrating mango and shea butter, this satin lipstick doesn’t crumble throughout the day so you can conversate away. Pat on with your fingers for a diffused balmy look.  

The Natural One: NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Dubai ($5)

The perfect matte lip finish in a neutral, beige brown that doesn’t crack and subtle enough for everyday wear. Although it dries quickly, it must be left undisturbed. Otherwise, you’ll find it on the rim of your wine glass.

The Extreme One: Hourglass Cosmetics Confession Ultra Slim High Intensity Lipstick in Let Me ($36)

This extra pigmented refillable lipstick provides for precision application, especially around the corners (bonus: use as a lip liner to finish out any look). But, because the component is ultra-slim, you’ll need to apply a couple of layers for that final color payoff.

The Fancy One: Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Satin Lipstick in 53 Beige Promenade ($38)

With this creamy texture, you can stop scouting for a luxurious brown lipstick. A little goes a long way (to balance out the price tag) for full coverage. Albeit not drying in the least bit, be prepared for some transfer. Blot as necessary.

The Nude One: Natasha Denona I Need A Nude Lipstick in Naya Medium Taupe ($25)

With a true neutral undertone, this lipstick provides a natural finish, without turning gray or beige when you’re not looking. Layer with a gloss (before or after) for added moisture and hi-shine.