It isn't easy to find the perfect lip color. And there's good reason for that. There isn't any one that's perfect. The"perfect" color & sheen tends to change with moods, seasons, occasions, time of day & age.
Below you will find information that will help you choose the which colors, shades & sheens might work best with your particular situation.
The best way to approach choosing a lipstick is to start with a clean face so that you can accurately assess the natural color of your lips. An easy choice from here is to find a color that is the same color as your natural color but one shade darker.
Choosing a Shade
Pale Lips
Natural colors such as beige, pale pinks, beighish pinks
Peony, Blossom, Naked, Dahlia, Begonia, Carnation, Pepperberry
Medium Shade Lips
Roses & soft browns
Carnation, Peony, Dahlia, Pepperberry
Dark Brown or Purple Lips
Deep browns & blackberry shades
Mulberry, Paprika, Cayenne