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This year’s Pantone colour, Mocha Mousse, has given us another reason to revisit the '90s favourite lipstick trend, aka timeless brown lipstick shades.
A vintage classic, this versatile shade is known to be one of the most universally flattering, striking the perfect balance between subtle and bold.
In simple words, this beautiful, earthy lipstick shade is your one-way ticket to getting a classy look.
But choosing the ideal brown lipstick shades for indian skin isn’t as easy as it seems. So, before you dive into styling brown lipstick shades, here’s how to pick the right one for your Indian skin tone.
Find The Right Brown Lipstick By Skin Tone
The 3 most common Indian skin tones, and the Simply Nam Lip Shades that complement them best:
Brown lipstick shades for fair skin
For fair Indian skin tone, the safest bet is a nude brown with a cool or neutral undertone. This will complement fair skin without making it look washed out.
And the best part? Nude brown lipsticks also leave room for more experimentation for the rest of your makeup!
If you’re a fair-skinned girl, then you can also give soft, light brown shades a shot with hints of pink or taupe.
Simply Nam Recommends: Pernia - Satin Soft Lip Creme
Brown lipstick shades for medium skin
Medium skin tones tend to lean more on the warmer side of the undertone scale. Hence, the best brown lipstick pick for this skin tone would be a warm-toned brown lipstick with hints of terracotta or orange.
If you’re a medium-skinned girl, then these shades will only help enhance the warmth of your skin tone. You can even opt for a touch of pink or peach in your brown lipsticks for a softer look.
Simply Nam Recommends: Isha - Satin Soft Lip Creme
Brown lipstick shades for dusky skin
Deep brown lipsticks in shades like deep cocoa, chocolate brown, mahogany, and even a warm caramel shade will complement your skin perfectly. If you’re a dusky-skinned girl, then bold, brown shades are your thing!
These brown lipstick shades for dusky skin not only help flatter your complexion but also help add depth to your lips, creating a bold look. Don’t be afraid to try deeper, rich brown shades because that’s totally a dusky skin thing!
Simply Nam Recommends: Rosenyn - Satin Soft Lip Creme
How To Apply Brown Lipstick Perfectly
Now that you know which shade would work best for your Indian skin tone, here’s a quick guide to acing the application of your ideal brown lipstick shade.
Step 1: Exfoliate
Crusty lips, we don’t know her, because we exfoliated her! Whether you’re applying a light or dark shade of brown, make sure you exfoliate your lips to create a smooth base for application.
Step 2: Moisturise
Hydrated lips are the best base for your brown lipstick shade. After you exfoliate your lips, use a lightweight, moisturising lip balm to drench your lips in the much-needed hydration, without feeling heavy on the lips.
Step 3: Conceal
Want your brown colour lipstick to stand out? Neutralise the colour of your lips using a concealer. Apply it on your lips, and lightly dab it to create a blank canvas for the next step.
Step 4: Line your lips
Haphazard lipstick application can ruin your whole look. So, to ensure you get the perfect application, follow the lengthy process.
Start by lining your lips and filling them in a little with your lip pencil. This will help define your lips and prevent your lipstick from bleeding.
Step 5: Lipstick
Now, for the moment that you’ve been following this process for, the brown colour lipstick! Start at the cupid’s bow and extend it toward the outer corners; do the same for the bottom lip. If you’re using a dark brown lipstick, we recommend using a lip brush for more precise application.
Step 6: Layer it
Blot any excess product from your lips using a tissue or blotting paper, and go in with another round of application. This will help your lipstick stay longer and help you achieve the desired look.
Three Brown Lipstick Looks To Try
And there you have it — the perfect brown colour lipstick look! But even though your brown lipstick shade is the hero of the look, it needs its supporting actors, er, we mean a makeup look that complements it. So here are 3 ideas to try to complete your brown colour lipstick looks.
Look 1: Desk to Dinner with a Dark Brown Lipstick
A rich, chocolatey dark brown lipstick is the equivalent of a classic red lip when it comes to pulling off bold looks that will take you through the day with ease (and a touch-up maybe?)
Make your pout stand out, and let the rest of your makeup be subtle by using neutral eyeshadow and a hint of warm flush on the cheeks.
Want to amp it up for post-office plans? Then add a touch of gold highlighter on the high points of your face to get the job done.
Create the look with:
- Rosenyn - Satin Soft Lip Creme
- Dawn to Dusk Eyeshadow Palette
- We Go Way Back - Velvet Cream Magic Blush
- Cosmic Glow Highlighter Duo
Look 2: Keep it Vibrant with a Nude Brown Colour Lipstick
Nude brown is the easiest one to create a look with! But if the makeup enthusiast in us had to pick one, it would be around vibrant eyeshadow and bright flushed cheeks.
Because we can never pass up an opportunity to play with colours. Think, blue smokey eyes & peach-y pink blush, paired with the perfect nude brown lipstick shade to complete the look. Want to take that up a notch?
Gloss it up with a lip oil or a lip gloss.
Create the look with:
- Pernia - Satin Soft Lip Creme
- Metallic Blue - The Ultimate Kajal
- Maid of Honour - Velvet Cream Magic Blush
- Golden Hour Magic Tinted Lip Oil - Medium
Look 3: Subtlety FTW with a Warm Brown Colour Lipstick
Whether you’re feeling the “girl’s girl” vibe or climbing the corporate ladder, this makeup look with a warm brown lip shade is sure to get you through both.
Keep it subtle yet impactful with a simple black eyeliner, a flush of pink on the cheeks, and a swipe of a pretty warm brown lipstick shade.
Need a mid-day touch-up, but don’t have your lipstick handy? Keep a tinted lip balm on you to keep the warm brown vibe going.
Create the look with:
