Best lipstick for tan skin

The best lipstick for tan skin is a warm berry or coral. Tan skin can carry rich, saturated color beautifully, so don't be afraid of depth or brightness. Warm berry, coral, terracotta, brick and caramel nudes all look great. Warm tan skin suits coral, terracotta and brick. Cool tan skin suits berry, raspberry and plum. For nudes, choose one with caramel, toffee or warm rose undertones rather than pale beige, which can look chalky. Satin and matte finishes both look great, so choose based on comfort. Your best red is a warm cherry or brick red with some depth, though cool tan skin can also look stunning in a deep raspberry red.

Tips that actually help

• Choose nudes with caramel or toffee undertones instead of pale beige.
• Line lips with a liner a shade deeper than your lipstick for definition.
• Try a gloss over a deeper shade for a juicy, dimensional finish.
• Match your lipstick undertone to your skin undertone for the most flattering look.

Go easy on: Very pale nudes and frosty pinks can look chalky on tan skin. Neon brights can also overpower your features if they don't match your undertone.