Between cozy outfitsThe endless holiday RSVPs and the fact that the make-up does not melt from the second we go outside does not deny that winter is an unofficial lipstick season. While there may not be a rule that wearing lipstick is more fun this time of year, we're here to try new colors. We've visited celebrity makeup artists and other beauty professionals to share the colors they're using and flatter the skin tones they touch.
Keep browsing to see the eleven top lipstick picks that Patrick Ta, Kelsey Deenihan and seven other of our favorite celebrity makeup artists and experts rely on this winter. From deep, dark mats to light liquid formulas, you're guaranteed to find a new color (or more) that you can wear again and again this season.
Expert: Kelsey Deenihan, celebrity makeup artist and Lorac Artistry Advisor. Celebrity customers: Reese Witherspoon, Lucy Hale, Millie Bobby Brown, Nathalie Emmanuel, Taylor Hill, Katherine Langford, Jessica Chastain and Kelsea Ballerini. "Not only are I obsessed with the name Cat Lady, I also love a monochrome moment with make-up. This neutral color fits perfectly with any combination of eye and cheek. "
Expert: Kelsey Deenihan. "Love this creamy satin formula for the perfect true lighting act. Often nudes pull pink or coral, and this color remains a true beige. "
Expert: Allie Renee, makeup artist. Prominent customers: Camila Mendes, Carly Rae Jepsen. "This creamy apricot tone is so stunning and refined. The luxurious formula leaves the lips full and hydrated with a satin finish.
Expert: Lindsay Ellingson, model and founder of Wander Beauty. "In winter it is always a challenge to moisturize my lips. Our Lip Retreat Oil combines the richness of a lip oil with the color and finish of a shine. I have one in each bag! "
Expert: Christen Dominique, founder and CEO of Dominique Cosmetics. "This is the perfect shade for all skin colors, not only creamy and pleasant, but also perfect for any make-up look, leaving your lips moist and full throughout the winter."
Expert: Monika Blunder, make-up artist. Celebrity clients: January Jones, Suki Waterhouse, America Ferrera, Jessica Alba, Kate Hudson, Gemma Chan and Amanda Seyfried. "This holiday red glides like a dream, the lips never feel dry and the color payout is fantastic!"
Expert: Marc Reagan, Prominent Make-up Artist and Director of Artistry + Education, Hourglass Cosmetics. Prominent customers: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Olivia Palermo. "Everyone needs a red, and this is a stunning blue red that can be worn as an opaque, bold lip color or simply pressed into the lips to get a soft, spotty pout."
Expert: Patrick Ta, celebrity makeup artist and founder of Patrick Ta Cosmetics. Prominent clients include Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid, Olivia Munn, Shay Mitchell, Shanina Shaik, Adriana Lima, Joan Smalls and Camila Cabello. "I loved this color because it's the perfect peach pink, and this unique formula will keep your lips moisturized in winter."
Expert: Kelsey Deenihan. "I'm obsessed with this formula because it lasts a long time, without drying your lips or looking chalky or dry, it's my favorite color for every season."
Expert: Allie Renee. "This purple berry color is the perfect color for the season, whether you're adding a touch of color to a cute outfit or going to a party, I love this formula because you can make it as transparent or opaque as you want it to tapping on a color patch or building up the color in layers. "
Expert: Mai Quynh, make-up artist. Prominent customers: Chloe Grace Moretz, Alison Brie, Kiernan Shipka, Elizabeth Chambers Hammer. "I love the dark intensity of this lip color. It's a super rich dark, plush brown that enhances your look and makes it look more fashionable. "
Fancy more makeup inspiration? Take a look at the only lipstick paints that fashion insiders look for.
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