Anyone who knows me knows that I’m not huge on lipstick… Gasp all you want but out of all things beauty and makeup-related, I find lipsticks the least, erm, ‘attractive’. Now don’t get me wrong, of course, I do dress up my lips from time-to-time but you’ll only find me wearing darker reds (like burgundy, brick-red and maroons) or nude shades.

Now, as a beauty editor, I get to test and try a lot of makeup. Which leads me to believe that I somewhat know a thing or two about the right texture, formulation and longevity of a good lipstick. And hey, a good nude lipstick can go with just about any eye look—which is what I’m all about! With that in mind, I’ve listed down 5 nude lipsticks that are my go-to, and would most definitely recommend and repurchase if and when the need arises.

1. Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipsticks in Revolutionary

  • long-lasting
  • super matte
  • buildable formula
Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipsticks in Revolutionary
Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipsticks in Revolutionary

2. MAC Cosmetics Retro Matte Liquid Lipstick in Burnt Spice

  • non-drying
  • pigmented
  • long-lasting
MAC Cosmetic Retro Matte Liquid Lipstick in Burnt Spice
MAC Cosmetic Retro Matte Liquid Lipstick in Burnt Spice

3. Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in Joyride

  • creamy
  • buildable formula
  • easy to remove
Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in Joyride
Huda Beauty Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in Joyride

4. Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Color in Bare

  • light-medium texture
  • lightweight
  • hydrating
Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Color in Bare
Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Color in Bare

5. Nykaa Matte-ilicious Crayon Lipstick in Jade Rose

  • super creamy
  • smooth texture
  • buildable
Nykaa MATTE-ilicious Crayon Lipstick in Jade Rose
Nykaa MATTE-ilicious Crayon Lipstick in Jade Rose

Do you have a fave? Let me know in the comments below!