Nude lipsticks are essential! Whether you are going to work, to the mall, or a fancy dinner party, a flattering nude lip can make all the difference. While the “nude” is seen on many lipsticks, that can be misleading, especially for women with darker complexions. 

Buzzfeed did an amazing job explaining why the word ‘nude’ can lead bronzy women down the wrong path of color selecting.

As you can see, the lipstick labeled as “nude” did not bring out the beauty in these women. Most nude lipsticks are designed for women with lighter skintones but that doesn’t mean there aren’t nude lip shades for us. Below are just some of the best lippies in the vegan and cruelty-free world for you to enjoy whenever! 

*= VEGAN-FRIENDLY

1. Red Apple Lipstick in Ooh La La $23.50 * 
2. Dose in Chocolate Wasted $18.00 *
3. Aromi in Caramel Nude $17.00 *
4. Inika in After Dark $39.00 *
5. Beautie Brownie in S’mores D’oeuvres $20.00 * (POC-OWNED)
6. Zuzu Luxe in Chocolate Cherry $19.10 *
7. Fairy Girl in Melrose $25.00 *
8. Too Face in Naughty by Nature $21.00