by Sarah Afshar

Created on: January 28, 2011

When it comes to lipstick, I don't know about you, but I am sublimely picky. I always make an effort to do my research and think of all of the qualities that make an outstanding cosmetic. Whether Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring matte pink lipstick is the "it" thing. Pink represents a likeability factor that defines femininity and defies sex appeal. Matte always appears natural and can be enhanced with your favorite lip gloss. After trying numerous matte pink lipsticks from an array of different brands, I have narrowed it down to only the best.

Mac Cosmetics is known for their intrepid use of color, but what you don't realize is this vibrant, yet electrifying brand possesses some of the best matte pink lipsticks in the beauty business. Their lip products (especially their lipsticks) are fairly pigmented and allow to build color, making them highly worth purchasing. I love their lipsticks also because they are long-lasting and very moisturizing, which makes the application that much easier. Plus, for only $14.50, these lipsticks produce a wonderful upshot.

One of my favorite matte pink lipsticks by Mac Cosmetics is definitely "Please Me" which is a subdued rosy tinted pink. I like to wear this shade when I do a dark smoky eye. Another one of my favorite matte pink lipsticks from this world renowned brand is without a doubt "Kinda Sexy" which is an indistinct pink rose. I find that this shade looks it's best with natural makeup versus dramatic. Another matte pink lipstick is "Pink Plaid" which is more on the cool side and it is more of your pinkish blue matte. I find that this shade looks best with women that have more of a pink skin undertone, rather than warm. You can purchase these matte pink lipsticks from your nearest Mac Counter or from their official website.

Internationally known boutiques selling only beauty items have never really been recognized until now. One of the best and well known beauty boutiques in the world today is definitely Sephora. Sephora has so many products including a lot from their own individual line. I like Sephora because they are remotely affordable, but also high end at the same time. One of my favorite products is definitely the Maniac Mat Long Wearing Matte Lipsticks which sell for just $12. Matte pink has become more prevalent in modern beauty culture, representing an array of makeup looks. Whether "Mat 01" which is a bright pink matte that is great for Summer and Spring or "Mat 02" which is a natural pink matte that

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