What are the best lipsticks in the Philippines?
Because we're all lipstick addicts here, it's only appropriate to discuss the top-selling lippies in the Philippines. We talked to the most popular beauty brands and asked for the shades that are almost always sold-out. We have the lowdown on the best reds, nudes, pinks, browns, and MLBBS (My Lips But Better) shades, so read on!
Nudes
From warm beige to caramel hues, every Pinay starts with a nude lippie when building her kikay kit.
L-R: 1. NYX Lip Lingerie in Ruffle Trim; 2. Sleek MakeUP Matte Me Matte Lip Cream in Birthday Suit; 3. BYS Velvet Lips Liquid Lipstick in Salsa; 4. L’Oreal Paris Rouge Magique in Beige Réveur; 5. NARS Audacious Lipstick in Anita
MLBBs
Dusty rose and mauve lipsticks provide a my-lips-but-better color for everyone. It's no wonder these shades are always in demand!
L-R: 1. Esteé Lauder Pure Color in Rebellious Rose; 2. Stila All Day Liquid Lipstick in Patina; 3. Revlon Matte Balm in Sultry; 4.Sleek MakeUP Matte Me Matte Lip Cream in Shabby Chic; 5. Human Nature Mineral Crème Color Lipstick in Passion Candy; 6. Make Up For Ever Artist Rouge Crème in C211; 7. Kanebo Wearing Keep Rouge 01 Smart Red; 8. Covergirl Katy Kat Matte in Catoure Tricot-Griffs KP10; 9. Maybelline Matte Lipstick in Touch of Spice; 10. Catrice Matt Lip Artist in Rosebuddies Forever; 11. Bobbi Brown Art Stick in Dusty Pink
Reds
The staple bold lipstick shade of every woman: Red! From carmine to burgundy, these bullets are the mainstays of most Pinay-owned makeup bags.
L-R: 1. MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo; 2. Ever Bilena Matte Lipstick in Dusk; 3. Max Factor Matte Lipstick in 35 Love; 4. Kate Smooth Color Rouge in RD2; 5. Chanel Rouge Allure in Pirate; 6. Christian Dior Rouge Dior in 999; 7. Avon True Color Perfectly Matte Lipstick in Red Supreme; 8. Essence Matt in Matt 04
Toasted browns
Lipstick shades with hints of brown bring out the warm undertone of most Pinays.
L-R: 1. NYX Lip Lingerie in Seduction; 2. Clinique Long Lasting Lipstick in Blushing Nude; 3. Ever Bilena Liquid Lipstick in Toast of New York
Were your favorite shades included in this list? Let us know in the comments!
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