The 16 Best Pink Lipsticks for Every Skin Tone, Tested and Reviewed by Editors

When Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk shade launched in 2013, it made quick work of achieving icon status. In just 10 years, this brown-pink shade has become a household name (in a beauty lover’s abode, anyway), on par with classics like Revlon’s Fire & Ice and Mac’s Ruby Woo red lipstick shades. Although the shade debuted in a lip liner, the Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk has become a bestseller for its flatters-everyone color, making regular red carpet appearances on celebs like Amal Clooney, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Emma Roberts.

Editor testing and review notes: “I’ve worn Charlotte Tilbury’s Pillow Talk lipstick for years; it’s my go-to whenever I know I’ll be taking pictures. The neutral pink enhances the look of my natural lip color with a gorgeous non-drying matte finish, and you can easily build it up for more intensity. I wore it on my wedding day, but also swipe it on for casual occasions, like a weekend brunch.”

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With the newest shade of Violette_Fr’s Petal Bouche Matte Lipstick, pink lipstick might just be the new red lipstick. This bold magenta lipstick has the visual weight of a rich burgundy lipstick, but the pink undertones make it brighter, fresher, and a little more unexpected. Like the rest of the Petal Bouche line, this fuchsia pink lipstick can be applied in countless ways, from blotting it on for more of a subtle stain look to slightly blurring the edges of a full-coverage lip to give it a more lived-in effect.

Editor testing and review notes: “Statement lip colors can be tricky to choose — a slight variation of an undertone can make or break the way the lipstick looks on your skin. I love Violette_Fr’s Petal Bouche lipsticks because I know I can rely on the color to appear custom-made for me, as the shades are meticulously created to be flattering across skin tones. This velvety liquid dries down quickly for a highly pigmented color payoff that you don’t need to touch up too often.”

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As Amazon’s #1 bestselling lipstick, Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick is clearly a crowd favorite. It’s a budget-friendly choice that performs as well as options that are double the price — the formula is long-wearing, goes on (and fades!) evenly, and feels weightless on your lips. The Pathfinder shade is a cool-toned magenta that’s begging to be worn with a leather jacket on your next night out.

Editor testing and review notes: “With high-impact color, this matte lipstick from Maybelline rivals red lipsticks in statement-making abilities. The wand is super small, making it easy to apply on the corners of your lips. It feels wet when you first apply it, but it dries down quickly — you might even forget you’re wearing it.”

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TikTok users can’t get enough of Mac Cosmetics’ Lipstick Cream in Crème Cup, with one user calling it the “perfect ballerina pink lipstick” in a video that amassed over 350,000 views (commenters are already looking for dupes). The light pink lipstick has blue undertones — a subtlety that helps to make your teeth look whiter. And it comes in Mac Cosmetics’ popular Lipstick Cream formula, which beauty lovers revere as one of the best for comfortable, long-wearing lip color.

Editor testing and review notes: “Even application is one of my top testing criteria for lipsticks — who wants to fuss over splotchy color payoff? Mac Cosmetics’ Lipstick Cream goes on like a dream, with medium coverage that lets your natural lip color shine through just a bit. This shade looked best on me with a touch of nude lip liner underneath — without it, my pale skin looked a bit washed out.”

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Interested in dabbling in pink lipstick, but not ready to go full coverage? Try Clinique’s Almost Lipstick in Pink Honey. It’s a rosy variation on the brand’s bestselling Black Honey shade, both of which create a filter-like finish on your lips. With Pink Honey, you’ll get a sheer coat of rosy pink (similar to a lip gloss) that enhances the natural shade of your lips without overpowering it. Try it on bare lips, or layer it over any shade of lipstick for more color intensity and sheen.

Editor testing and review notes: “Clinique’s Almost Lipstick is more of a balm than a true lipstick, but I can easily build it up to achieve full coverage color payoff. The slim bullet is ideal for detailing my cupid’s bow and the outer corners of my lips, but you don’t have to be overly precise when you’re applying the formula as it’s sheer and easy to blend.”

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Pat McGrath Labs is a celebrity-loved brand, counting Taylor Swift, Irina Shayk, and Naomi Campbell as fans of the luxury makeup line. The SatinAllure Lipstick in Divine Rose comes recommended by Riner, who explains the shade is “a great mid-tone pink that works across skin tones.” The pink lipstick has a touch of brown that creates a subtle effect, plus nourishing benefits from the formula’s passionfruit extract and plant-based collagen.

Editor testing and review notes: “The Pat McGrath SatinAllure Lipstick’s packaging is precious, but it’s also weighty — this felt the most luxurious in the hand. The Divine Rose shade came expert-recommended, but I still had to give it a test. The cream formula goes on like butter, with a hint of sheen. It’s an ultra-wearable pink that I’ll be swiping on before heading into the office.”

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With Gen G, a single swipe gives that just-blotted lipstick look, without the effort. But a buildable color coverage isn’t the only benefit, it also packs a hydration punch. The formula is boosted with blue agave leaf extract and safflower seed oil for extra nourishment and hydration (making it ideal for dry lips), leaving lips looking moisturized and flushed with color. Speaking of color, although the swatch looks like a berry, the color comes off as a cool baby pink you can build up for more intensity.

Editor testing and review notes: “This balmy pink lipstick is a sheer, subtle choice for daytime wear. It’s become my go-to when I only have time to throw on a tinted moisturizer and mascara for a minimal makeup look. The bullet feels a little tough when you first apply it, but it warms up with a few swipes for easy glide.”

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Baby pink lipsticks flatter all skin tones, going subtle on fair skin tones and making a statement on deep skin tones. Urban Decay’s Vice Hydrating Lipstick in Weho packs the tone in a balmy-feeling bullet, with emollience from its trio of avocado, sesame, and sunflower seed oils. Riner loves this formula for its satin finish. “Satin lipsticks look more lived in, and don’t require precision when applying,” she explains.

Editor testing and review notes: “Of all the cream lipsticks I tested, this one delivered the most shine, and felt the most hydrating on my lips. The only drawback is that its lip balm-like texture makes this formula transfer easily, but I was able to reduce that by blotting my lips with a tissue after applying.”

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Searches for #RareBeautyLipstick on TikTok have over 23.9 million views — and of all the swatching, sampling, and rave reviews in the category, the Lip Soufflé Matte Cream Lipstick is the most talked about. The Ascend shade is not for the faint of heart; this fuchsia lipstick is intensely vivid, popping on fair to deep skin tones. To make it work, wear it with a pared-back makeup: A look consisting of a light coat of foundation, cream blush, and mascara will let your lips do all the talking.

Editor testing and review notes: “This pink lipstick goes heavy on color, but it felt amazingly lightweight on my lips during testing. It has a whipped texture that’s so satisfying to apply — if you’re anything like me, you’ll have to stop yourself from layering on 10 coats just for the feel of it.”

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Peachy pink lipsticks are a juicy take on true pinks: The subtle warmth of these shades bring a sunny vibe to simple glam. Rms Beauty’s Legendary Serum Lipstick in Melanie is a coral shade with serious staying power and a wallop of nourishing ingredients like Kakadu plum. The lipstick-meets-stain deposits a high level of pigment, but goes on smoothly so you don’t have to worry about splotches or streaks throughout the hours of wear time the formula delivers.

Editor testing and review notes: “I can count on Rms Beauty for next-level makeup products that feel as good as they look. The Legendary Serum Lipstick is case in point: I’ve never experienced a lip product with such intense color payoff that actually leaves my lips feeling nourished and smooth, rather than thirsty. I love the stained look the product leaves behind once the initial sheen has worn off.”

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Meet the pink lipstick that made red carpet appearances before it officially launched. Emma Stone, Jessica Chastain, and Hannah Waddingham have already modeled Charlotte Tilbury’s latest lipstick, the Hollywood Icons Kissing Lipstick, at this year’s Emmy’s and Golden Globes, showing exactly how shiny and chic the formulation is. The shade Candy Chic delivers a modern version of a frosted pink lipstick with its bubblegum shade and light-reflecting pigments.

Editor testing and review notes: “Charlotte Tilbury’s Matte Revolution lipstick might be a crowd favorite, but I’m hedging my bets on the new Hollywood Icons line — the shade range is just so good. The high-shine finish paired with this cute pink color make the Candy Chic colorway a sweet choice for the gals who love all things coquette.”

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If you haven’t heard of Danessa Myricks Beauty, just you wait. This makeup artist-owned brand has a cult-following that’s growing by the minute (on TikTok, searches for the brand have over 130 million views.) Riner recommends the Beauty Vision Flush in Bread ‘n Butter, explaining, “you can use the shade on your lips and cheeks, and it’s easily sheered out or applied in light layers for more intensity.” The peachy pink lipstick delivers more warmth than other pink shades, making this an ultra-flattering choice for medium and deep skin tones.

Editor testing and review notes: “This liquid lipstick has a stain-like finish — ideal for long days, or occasions when you’ll be eating and drinking. I usually prefer lip products with cool undertones, but this one has a hint of warmth that paired beautifully with a bronzed makeup look.”

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Practically born for Barbie-lovers, Kosas’ Wet Stick Moisturizing Shiny Sheer Lipstick in Malibu delivers cool-toned baby pink in a shine-forward formula that’s a particularly great pink lipstick for fair skin. Like all things Kosas, the lipstick is powered up with plant-based ingredients: There’s squalane to soften your lips, ceramides to prevent chapping and irritation, and mango butter for extra moisture. Expect it to feel like one of the best lip balms you own, with the added benefit of eye-catching color.

Editor testing and review notes: “This Kosas lipstick veers into lip balm land in the best way possible: It’s one of the few lipsticks I tested that didn’t dry out my lips during hours of wear and reapplication. The angled bullet is a nice touch, as it allowed me to touch up corners and apply extra coats quickly.”

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Pink lipstick can read neutral with the right formula: Look to Anastasia Beverly Hills’ new Lip Velvet Liquid Lipsticks. The shade Kiss is a rosy pink with a touch of sandy warmth that works with fair to deep skin tones. Expect the shade to last you a full five hours without touch ups — it fades evenly, tinting your lips in the process for long-lasting wear.

Editor testing and review notes: “Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Lip Velvet lipstick has a whipped texture that cushions your lips when you apply it — you’ll almost feel like the formula is hugging the contours of your lips. Some matte lipsticks draw attention to fine lines and creases on my lips, but this one simply blurs them while coating my smile in budge-proof pigments.”

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Clé de Peau Beauté creates some of the most sensorial — and stunning — lipsticks. The Cream Rouge Shine Lipstick in Heliconia is an investment, but you’ll fall in love at first swipe. The Heliconia shade is one of the best pink lipsticks for dark skin tones, as the statement shade pops on deeper complexions. Many liquid lipsticks either have matte finishes or leave your lips thirsty; this one has a creamy, hydrating texture and imparts shine. The formula also contains a proprietary technology that extends the look of the sheen for hours, so if you’re a glossy girl, this one’s for you.

Editor testing and review notes: “This lipstick beat out the competition at lending a plump, healthy look to my lips. The color is bright, so you get the effect of a red lipstick but without the fuss of selecting a shade that doesn’t look too harsh on your skin tone.”

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Shine on with this two-in-one pink lipstick by Nyx Professional. The formula has the attention of TikTok users for its near-reflective finish and ability to stay put without transferring or smudging; one user’s video has a whopping 1.4 million likes. Apply the pink lipstick base coat first, let it dry for 90 seconds, then follow up with the clear gloss to lock it in place. The Trophy Life shade is a rosy pink lipstick with blue undertones — pair it with a skin tint and one of your favorite summer dresses, and you’re out the door.

Editor testing and review notes: “This lipstick feels so nostalgic to me — there’s something about the specific bubblegum pink and two-step application process that makes me feel like the year is 2003. But this formula is a modern-day marvel; during testing, the lipstick didn’t smudge, transfer, or smear while I wore it snacking and sipping.”

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