The 90s Nude Lip Reborn: Exact Combos for Every Skin Tone

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If your FYP is all brown liner + nude gloss, you’re not imagining it. This ’90s-inspired combo is back because it’s universally flattering and takes 90 seconds.

💡 Why It Works

🎨 Undertone → Liner & Nude Hints (with Recs)

Cool Undertones

• Liner: MAC Lip Pencil in Whirl (cocoa-rose brown)

• Center Shade: Maybelline SuperStay Ink Crayon in Lead the Way (pink-beige nude) or Fenty Gloss Bomb in Fenty Glow

Neutral Undertones

• Liner: NYX Slim Lip Pencil in Espresso (true brown)

• Center Shade: Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Medium (beige-rose) or ELF O Face Satin Lipstick in No Doubt

Warm/Olive Undertones

• Liner: LA Girl Ultimate Lip Liner in Chestnut or Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On in Conspiracy

• Center Shade: NARS Lipstick in Belle de Jour (sheer peachy beige) or Fenty Gloss Bomb Cream in Honey Waffles

Deep Skin

• Liner: MAC Lip Pencil in Chestnut or Juvia’s Place Luxe Liner in Brownie (rich espresso)

• Center Shade: Juvia’s Place Nubian Lipstick in Cocoa or NYX Butter Gloss in Praline (warm caramel gloss)

✨ 3 Steps to Nail It

1. Line + slightly overline the cupid’s bow and lower center with a brown pencil.

2. Soften the edges with a fingertip or lip brush — leave the perimeter defined.

3. Add center color (nude lipstick or gloss) and press lips together to blend seamlessly.

⏳ Long-Wear Tips

• Tap a little concealer around edges for crisp definition.

• Blot once, then re-gloss — shine without slip.

• Keep a travel-size liner for quick touch-ups.

💬 Want an exact liner + nude pairing for your undertone and natural lip color? I’ll match you in minutes at chat.glaminai.com.