Olive skin has a tendency to look sallow, so finding the perfect nude lipstick to bring out the warmth is no mean feat. From Kevyn Aucoin to NARS, M.A.C to KIKO, find your perfect neutral hue - it exists, promise.
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Charlotte Tilbury K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick in Kim K.W
Queen of the nude lip Kim Kardashian has her very own shade thanks to Charlotte Tilbury, and amazingly, unlike many lighter, 60s-inspired hues, it won't leave an unsightly white tidemark along your bottom lip.
single one of Clinique's attention-grabbing matte lipsticks glides on
seamlessly. Bursting with ultra-hydrating properties, one slick erases lines and keeps your lips feeling moisturised and velvety for hours. Apply in the centre for a plump, pillowy effect.
KIKO Gossamer Emotion Creamy Lipstick in Pink Sand
The subtle wash of rose pink in KIKO's semi-matte lipstick dials down the dull, green undertones in olive skin. Click the button to open and close the lid - unbelievably satisfying.
Soap & Glory Sexy Mother Pucker Lipstick in 5th Avenude
Tones of peach, cinnamon and chocolate make up this Soap & Glory nude which brightens up dark olive skin. The pigment clings on to lips to defy anything from cocktail sipping to burrito scoffing.
This toasty, chestnut shade dials down yellow undertones and lends skin a lush glow. In a sea of Smashbox nudes, Safe Word always comes up trumps on olive complexions.
Arguably the shade that made M.A.C world-famous, Velvet Teddy will make you look effortlessly put-together. Team with Spice lip liner for lips that pack a punch.