As we age, the makeup shades we once loved might no longer flatter our changing features. Makeup artist Nisha from Stay Fabulous with Nisha explains that many women over 50 notice their go-to nude lipsticks can make them look washed out or “dead corpse chic.” She recommends adding brighter, life-giving shades to your rotation this fall to instantly lift your complexion and bring vibrancy back to the face.
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1. Charlotte Tilbury – Dance Floor Princess
Nisha raves about this soft, light medium pink from Charlotte Tilbury’s Hot Lips 2 collection. The creamy satin “kissing” formula is luminous without being flat. “It is a nude everyday lipstick… It doesn’t have that concealer look, that beigy look that makes you look dead,” Nisha says. Perfect for daily wear, Dance Floor Princess adds just enough color to feel youthful while still subtle enough for any look.
2. Charlotte Tilbury – Icon Baby
Also from Charlotte Tilbury’s “kissing” formula, Icon Baby is a warm nude rose with light-diffusing spheres that shimmer lightly. Nisha explains, “It is very comfortable as soon as you put it on… and they do last quite a good time.” This shade is slightly darker than Dance Floor Princess, making it ideal for those who want a bit more depth without going fully bold.
3. Charlotte Tilbury – Red Carpet Pink
For a cooler-toned option, Nisha recommends Red Carpet Pink. “I can wear this with a more neutral look,” she explains. This sumptuous pastel pink is flattering for fall, pairing beautifully with both warm bronzes and deeper autumn shades. A soft lip liner can enhance the natural glow and help maintain definition.
4. Lisa Eldridge – Velvet Beauty/Blush
For those looking for a more vibrant choice, Lisa Eldridge’s Velvet Beauty is a warm-toned medium dark pink in a velvet matte finish. Although this specific shade was limited edition, the most similar one on the website in Velvet Blush. “It does really bring some life to your face and it’s not too bright… It really brightens my face,” Nisha notes. This long-wearing formula is highly pigmented but still comfortable, perfect for a statement look that doesn’t feel heavy.
5. Charlotte Tilbury – Electric Poppy
Nisha calls Electric Poppy her summer favorite, and it’s just as perfect for fall. This bright blue-toned pink in a comfortable matte finish instantly energizes any look. “You don’t even need eye makeup for this one. Put mascara on, put that lipstick on, and you look alive,” she says. Pairing it with a lip liner extends wear time and keeps the bold shade polished.
Conclusion
Nisha emphasizes that finding the right lipstick can transform your appearance, especially as we age. “Once you find a shade that brings your face to life, that brightens up your whole aura, you will never go back to those nude lipsticks,” she says. Whether you prefer soft nudes with a twist or bold pinks, these five lipsticks are flattering, comfortable, and perfect for adding instant vitality to your fall makeup routine.
