Your search concludes here—We've selected these 14 as the top nude lip liners suitable for every skin tone.

      Every beauty enthusiast can recall the moment they finally found their ideal “nude” shade. And for those of you with mischievous thoughts, let's keep it appropriate! Beauty aficionados understand what I’m referring to. It may have been the perfect tone to match your undertones, the one that created a subtle faux filler contour, or the shade that leaned rosy yet ultimately enhanced your natural lip color. The thrill of uncovering the perfect nude lip liner is a universal sentiment (and the length of time it took to find it is often memorable). After much searching, you probably wore it down to a nub and kept repurchasing it. However, the concept of the "perfect" nude lip varies for each individual due to the diverse array of skin tones that it needs to accommodate. Beauty content creator Golloria has consistently voiced her opinions on social media regarding brands that fail to provide sufficient shade options for deeper skin tones (while highlighting those that do), particularly through lip liners, which often fall short. (But fear not, we researched her recommendations ahead of time.) Essentially, there isn't a single universal nude lip liner; rather, there are several formulas with preferred shades for different individuals. After years of research and trials, editors at Who What Wear have curated a list of the best nude lip liners suitable for a variety of skin tones. Continue reading to find your ideal shade.

      **The 14 Best Nude Lip Liners, at a Glance**

      - **Most Versatile:** Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil in Anywhere Caffeine

      - **Best for Fair Skin:** M.ph The Overliner Lip Liner Pencil in Skinny Dip

      - **Best for Light Skin:** Makeup by Mario Ultra Suede Sculpting Lip Pencil in Dmitry

      - **Best for Medium Skin:** Glossier Lip Line in Buff

      - **Best for Deep Skin:** Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil in Dimensional Dark Brown

      **Most Versatile: Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil in Anywhere Caffeine**

      Pros: Doubles as an eyeliner and face color, long-lasting, inclusive shade range

      Cons: None that come to mind

      Shades: 21

      This versatile and adaptable liner has garnered praise from celebrities (like Hailey Bieber and J.Lo!), makeup artists, and editors for its ability to create everything from plump, overlined lips to precise eye and brow definitions. The multi-tasking formula is safe for all uses (except for the shade Dramatic Plum, which is too deep to use around the eyes). Personally, I favor the widely popular Anywhere Caffeine for my ideal nude lip. Described as a “warm caramel nude,” this shade complements a wide variety of skin tones and serves as a beautiful base for layering with other lipsticks or liners. For a unified look, I also apply this on my eyelids for a bronzy effect and can even use it to add warmth to my cheekbones. Customer review: “The formula is super creamy and applies smoothly without dragging, but once it sets, it stays in place. It’s truly smudge-proof and transfer-resistant, making it great for long days or events. The color payoff is impressive—full coverage with just one application—and it provides a soft matte finish without drying out my lips. It also makes a fantastic base for lipstick or can be worn alone for a natural, blurred effect.”

      **Best for Fair Skin: M.ph The Overliner Lip Liner Pencil in Skinny Dip**

      Pros: Skincare infused, long-wearing, excellent for overlining

      Cons: Shade range could use some deeper options

      Shades: 8

      Senior editor Allyson Payer highlights M.ph’s lip liner, crafted by celebrity makeup artist Mary Phillips, as her preferred choice for nude lip combinations. Her favorite, Skinny Dip, is a cool-toned nude liner that leans more beige than rosy, making it ideal for fair lips and skin. Additionally, the formula is infused with vitamin E and nourishing peptides for added skincare benefits. Customer review: “This is the first lip liner I've found that nearly perfectly matches my natural lip color. It wears beautifully and remains intact, requiring only one touch-up during the day!”

      **Best for Light Skin: Makeup by Mario Ultra Suede Sculpting Lip Pencil in Dmitry**

      Pros: Long-lasting, easy to blend, flattering for various skin tones and undertones

      Cons: Cap can come off occasionally

      Shades: 20

      If your skin tone is in the fair to light range, you’ll discover a true neutral in Makeup by Mario’s Sculpting Lip Pencil in the beige shade Dmitry (which also works well as a lighter nude for deeper complexions). These lip pencils easily glide on and provide long-lasting results, and I particularly appreciate the built-in blending brush on the opposite end for softening harsh lines. Customer review: “Absolutely love these lip liners! They have a great shade range and performance! I went from zero to five shades in just