Matte or Shimmer Nude Gloss for Autumn? (tell us & win) When the nude “no makeup” look debuted in Milan almost a decade ago, few industry experts expected it to become the beauty look of a generation. But that is exactly what has happened.
Neutral makeup is the signature look of Generation Y who frequent music festivals, hang out in coffee bars and are connected to their smart phones 24/7. But what looks like no makeup is actually a clever application of beiges, sands and highlighters to create a dewy, fresh-faced effect.
And no other product has had an effect like nude lip gloss. From soft champagne to latte to deep chocolate, nude shades are best-sellers around the globe (second only to pink).
Wear them on their own or layer them over lipstick to tone down a strong shade. Shimmer and high gloss textures have been wildly popular for more than five years. The new trend is matte.
“The easiest way to update your look for Autumn is to change the texture from a shiny gloss to a matte,” explains Rebecca Restrepo, Elizabeth Arden’s celebrity makeup artist.
“For someone who is afraid of changing colour, start by adjusting the texture.” When it comes to selecting a neutral lip hue, she recommends starting with a colour that is one or two shades lighter or darker then your natural lip colour.
“That is a great place to start. I recommend wearing a new colour for a full day before you make up your mind. It’s important to live with it for a bit to see if you really like it.”
I gave away this set to one lucky reader. Michelle S from California told us she prefers shimmer to matte glosses. We drew her name at random from all those who entered. Congrats Michelle!
756 Comments
Maria Manou
October 26, 2015 at 9:22 amMatte shades David!!!
@129Manou
Vienna
October 26, 2015 at 9:21 amI love them both! It depends on my mood. @xmasbabe2b
Emily C
October 26, 2015 at 9:20 amI prefer matte in the colder months.
Andromaxi
October 26, 2015 at 9:17 amShimmer gloss !!!!!
@AnastasiadouA
amyc
October 26, 2015 at 9:17 amFor fall I switch to matte lip gloss and lipstick. Normally though I love shimmer and sparkly colors!
@amhy91774
Tehreem
October 26, 2015 at 9:14 amI prefer shimmer.
@tehreem92
Grieta
October 26, 2015 at 9:14 amUsually i would go for matte but this morning i feel that i wouldnt mind shimmer this autumn 🙂
@griechux
katerina gian.
October 26, 2015 at 9:13 amI think that it has to do with the total look we choose every time..also it has to do with the make up..For example if we have Smokey eyes with glittery sades and black then a matte lipstick ? is the correct solution and the opposite of course..less make up in the eyes means full shimmering lip gloss..Moreover it has to do with the occasion and how we feel every time!!so I prefer both..i can’t choose between Arden’s lipsticks ? ..these are unique!!!!@katestratos….I admire Dave Lackie!!!???
M.Blockhead
October 26, 2015 at 9:13 amSHIMMER ALL THE WAY!! Woohoo!! DEWcanDEW
Marlene J
October 26, 2015 at 9:11 ammatte 🙂
@mybeautybug
cari tomei
October 26, 2015 at 9:11 amBy far shimmer is my choice!
@sparklyone32
Haryati M
October 26, 2015 at 9:07 amI love the matte nude gloss. @hary_fgob
Shanequa
October 26, 2015 at 9:07 amMatte baby . . . @nequachante
Zeal Soni
October 26, 2015 at 9:05 amMatte Shades any day.. Gives you perfect sculpted look
Alicia
October 26, 2015 at 9:05 amI think it totally depends on the wearers mood, outfit, and event! I’m not opposed to going both ways. Shiny or matte, a nude lip is a good thing!
Alicia
October 26, 2015 at 9:06 amOops- Twitter handle is @perfectalicia
Tania
October 26, 2015 at 9:04 amMatte shades 🙂
Lady kominh
October 26, 2015 at 9:02 amMatte for me … @ledi79
Sandy Trojansek
October 26, 2015 at 9:01 am1000% shimmer nude! @sassygirlcanada
Sarah W
October 26, 2015 at 9:00 amI prefer matte.
@bitsybitsybitsy
Mary Ashman
October 26, 2015 at 8:57 amAs a woman in her 50s, I have decided my shimmer days are over so I would have to say matte, because it makes me feel good about how I look. @Mary82364
Apostolia
October 26, 2015 at 8:56 amAlways shimmer?????
Despoina Iordanoglou
October 26, 2015 at 8:55 amI would like to try all @despoinaiordano
Jay Greenough
October 26, 2015 at 8:54 amI do prefer a matt in the autumn but I do love a nude gloss. Jaymarie_xx
joanne maas
October 26, 2015 at 8:54 ami always love the matte shades. @casamanana56
Maggie Nikkel
October 26, 2015 at 8:53 amI love the shimmer, it brightens my face. Good morning Dave!