11 Universally Flattering Lipsticks to Try This Winter

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Between the cozy outfits, endless holiday RSVPs, and the fact that makeup doesn’t melt right off the second we go outside, there’s no denying that winter is unofficially lipstick season. Although there may not be a rule that says wearing lipstick is more fun this time of year, we’re here for any excuse to try out new shades. We sought out celebrity makeup artists and other beauty experts to share the colors they’re turning to right now that flatter every skin tone they touch.

Scroll on for the 11 top lipstick picks Patrick Ta, Kelsey Deenihan, and seven more of our favorite celebrity makeup artists and experts are relying on this winter. From deep, dark mattes to lightweight liquid formulas, you're guaranteed to find a new shade (or several) to wear over and over this season.

Nudes

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Reds

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Pinks

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Berries and Browns

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Looking for more makeup inspiration? Check out the Only Lipstick Shades That Matter, According to Fashion Insiders.

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Lindy Segal is a freelance writer, editor, and content strategist based in New York City. She's originally from Atlanta, but she's sorry to report she doesn't have an accent. However, she does still have her taste for carbohydrates, love of losing sports teams, and fear of driving during rush hour. She's been in editorial for over eight years as a social media manager and writer covering beauty, fashion, and lifestyle at Glamour and People. Most recently, she was the women's editor at Express. These days, in addition to Who What Wear, you can see her byline at places like Harper's Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, Ipsy, and WeWork. Both a skincare obsessive and a minimalist, she keeps her routine short, sweet, and effective—and she doesn't go a day without sunscreen. She's also deeply passionate about sustainability, and she strives to recommend products she truly believes are worth the investment. When she's not writing about the best and brightest beauty finds, she can usually be found hunting for vintage and secondhand treasures, attempting to find zen at a yoga class, bingeing Bon Appétit YouTube videos, or napping under her weighted blanket.