Best Lipsticks for Silver Hair and Warm Skin
When your hair has turned silver but your skin is still warm, lipstick can either wash you out or make you look alive and radiant. This guide explains why shades like Ooh La La, Berry Blast and Strawberry Lips are so flattering on warm skin with silver hair.
Quick shade snapshot
- Ooh La La - neutral brown pink nude that keeps warm complexions from looking dull.
- Berry Blast - sheer berry that adapts to your natural lip color for easy everyday wear.
- Strawberry Lips - light warm red that gives a soft red lip without feeling too bright.
Why these lipsticks love silver hair and warm skin
Warm skin tones look their best in warm or neutral based lipstick shades. That is why your makeup bag is not complete without three core lip colors: a warm red, a neutral nude and a neutral berry. For Gail, who is in her 50s with silver hair, warm skin and blue eyes, these three shades create that polished, pulled together look without feeling heavy or overdone.
Age plays a role here. As we mature, either our hair goes grey or our base lip color fades. That is when it becomes important to tweak your color palette so it works with your changing features instead of fighting them. When your skin leans warm and your hair is silver, warmth in your lipstick brings life and dimension back to your face rather than leaving you looking flat.
The three lipsticks below complement Gail in the photos you see because they support her silver hair, warm skin, blue eyes and still highly pigmented lips. If your coloring is similar, these are perfect starting points for you too.
Base lip color 101 for mature lips
Your base lip color is the color of your lips with nothing on them. This matters because Red Apple Lipstick formulas are designed to blend with your natural lip color, not completely cover it. That is what gives you that flattering, natural look rather than a flat layer of opaque color.
On someone with a brown or purple base lip color, these exact lipsticks will show up differently than they do on Gail, whose base is a medium reddish pink. Her lips are still highly pigmented, so any lipstick she puts on will pick up that reddish pink color underneath.
Once you know your base lip color, you can choose lipsticks that are just a touch deeper and slightly warmer than your natural shade. That is the secret to the classic “my lips but better” look that becomes your go to everyday lipstick. For women whose lips are still nicely pigmented like Gail’s, Ooh La La, Berry Blast and Strawberry Lips are all beautiful choices.
The three best lipsticks for silver hair and warm skin
Ooh La La - Neutral nude that will not wash you out
Ooh La La is a brown pink lipstick that creates a stunning nude on many women with naturally pigmented lips. You can keep it soft or build the color up for more impact.
The slight pink undertone keeps this neutral from washing you out while still looking balanced, not overly pink. It is especially flattering on warm or neutral skin with a medium to deeper base lip color.
Berry Blast - Easy everyday go to shade
Berry Blast is a sheer berry colored lipstick that blends with your base lip color to create a unique berry tone on you. It is an “any outfit, any day” kind of shade.
The formula feels balm like and moisturizing, so you can wear it all day without feeling dry or tight. If you want one lipstick that works with almost everything in your closet, this is it.
Strawberry Lips - Warm toned light red lipstick
Strawberry Lips is a light red lipstick with neutral to warm undertones. It gives you a subtle, not too bright red lip that pairs beautifully with silver hair.
If you want a brighter red that stays warm and does not turn pink, take a look at Risqué, a bold red lipstick with orange undertones.
Best blush shades for warm skin and silver hair
Blush is one of the fastest ways to bring your face to life, especially when your hair is silver. For warm skin tones, the shade M’Lady is a stand out choice. It is a matte muted mauve blush that adds natural looking warmth and definition to the cheeks without looking loud or glittery.
If you prefer something a touch peachier, you can also choose Gotta Glow, a peachy pink, universally flattering blush. Either way, your makeup bag will not feel finished without a flattering blush to tie your lipstick and eye look together.
For warm skin with silver hair, a soft, matte cheek color keeps the focus on your eyes and lips while giving your complexion a healthy, lifted look. We especially recommend a matte muted mauve blush like M’Lady to harmonize with your warm nude and berry lipsticks.
More makeup picks for silver hair and warm skin
Once your lipstick and blush are working for you, it is easy to round out the rest of your look. These palettes, lip colors, gloss and pencils all pair beautifully with silver hair and warm skin.
Eyeshadow palettes for your eye color
Choose a matte palette that enhances your eye color and keeps the overall look soft, modern and flattering next to silver hair.
Hazel eyes
The Matte Eyeshadow Palette for Hazel Eyes uses warm neutrals that pull out the gold and green flecks in hazel eyes without competing with your silver hair.
Green eyes
The Matte Eyeshadow Palette for Green Eyes leans into flattering browns and mauves that make green eyes look brighter and more defined.
Brown eyes
The Matte Eyeshadow Palette for Brown Eyes mixes soft browns and taupes that frame brown eyes gently while staying very wearable for everyday.
Grey eyes
For grey eyes, explore the eyeshadow picks created for grey eyes to find matte neutrals that add definition without overpowering your cooler eye color.
Lip support: liner and gloss
To keep lipstick looking crisp and polished next to silver hair, a soft liner and a flattering gloss are your best friends.
Kissimmee lipstick for a soft pink option
Kissimmee is a fresh medium pink that looks especially nice when you want a bit more color than a nude but not as much as a bold red.
Natural and Barely Pink lip liners
The shade Natural is ideal when you want a soft outline that matches warm nude lipsticks. You can also reach for Barely Pink when you are pairing with berries and pinks. To see all options, browse our creamy lip pencil collection.
If you love a statement lip, Risqué is a bold orange red that lights up warm skin and looks incredible with silver hair.
Cabernet Kiss lip gloss
Cabernet Kiss Lip Gloss is perfect for layering over your berry and red lipsticks when you want a little shine and depth without stickiness.
Barely Pink define pencil
Barely Pink is a warm berry toned pencil that looks very natural on lips that are naturally medium to deep pink. Use it to softly define or fill your lips before topping with your favorite lipstick or gloss.
Why choose Red Apple Lipstick
You have probably tried plenty of lipsticks that felt dry, heavy or irritating. Red Apple Lipstick is different. Our formulas glide on smoothly, feel ultra creamy and moisturizing, and have thousands of five star reviews from customers who have fallen in love with how comfortable they are to wear.
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We focus on quality ingredients and ensure that our suppliers do not test raw ingredients on animals. Our products are Leaping Bunny certified, GMO free, paraben free and gluten free, so you can enjoy beautiful color with more peace of mind.
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FAQs
Do warm lipsticks really look good with silver hair?
Yes. When your skin is warm, choosing warm or neutral based lipsticks helps your features look alive and balanced next to silver or grey hair. Shades like Ooh La La, Berry Blast and Strawberry Lips add healthy color instead of leaving you looking dull.
What if my base lip color is darker than Gail’s?
If your bare lips are deeper brown, plum or very dark pink, these shades will still work, but they may look slightly deeper on you. That is normal. If you want to soften the effect, tap lipstick on with your fingertip or blend with a touch of clear balm.
How sheer are these lipsticks?
Ooh La La has buildable coverage from soft to medium, Berry Blast is a sheer, balm like berry and Strawberry Lips is a light red that you can wear as a gentle wash or layer for more color. None of them feel heavy or mask like on the lips.
What blush shade should I choose with silver hair and warm skin?
A muted mauve or peachy pink is ideal. We especially recommend M’Lady for warm skin and silver hair, or Gotta Glow if you like a brighter peachy pink.
How can I keep lipstick from feathering into lines?
Start with a smooth outline using a soft pencil like Natural or Barely Pink, then apply lipstick inside that line. You can also lightly blot and reapply in thin layers to help color stay put.
Can I get help picking shades for my exact skin tone?
Absolutely. If you want more personalized suggestions for lipsticks, blush or eyeshadow that work with your silver hair and warm skin, simply email our beauty advisors through customer care and they will be happy to help.