Warm Spring: Lipstick

Warm Spring differs from other seasons and Spring subtypes in its ability to wear the juiciest lipstick colours. Think blood orange, tangerine and teaberry pink.

In this article, we’ve used a variety of red, pink, orange, purple and brown lipsticks to demonstrate which colours we’d advise for Warm Spring as well as those you should avoid. Affiliate links have been used to provide additional visual examples.  

Please note, this advice is generic for all Warm Spring individuals and recommendations will vary based on your unique colouring. Some trial and error may be required in order to find the best shade for yourself. For personalised advice, we suggest purchasing a Colour Analysis package with the makeup option.

Warm Spring lipsticks are taken from the reds, oranges and pinks on the colour chart.

This subtype belongs to a season influenced by light value so the fairer variations will be better tolerated by those leaning towards Light Spring.

Those who lean closer to Bright Spring will need medium depth colours in order to maintain balance. They should avoid very dark colours, such as those recommended for Bright Winter, as these do not meet Warm Spring's moderate contrast level.

Red Lipstick

When it comes to red lipstick, Warm Spring individuals should opt for the warmer variations, which are mixed with either orange or yellow.

Example one is a bright hue with a coral undertone that visibly lights up April's appearance. A good example is 3INA Makeup The Color Lip Glow in 170 Coral Red.

The yellow red in example two has a similar effect but is slightly deeper. April is a Warm Spring leaning towards Bright Spring so this colour works well for her. You could try Lancome lipstick in 148 Kissou. Those flowing closer to Light Spring may struggle with such depth but the hue is what we're looking for.

Pinker reds also work well for Warm Spring as shown in example three. We really see April before we see the colour, which indicates balance. If you look at hues like this on soft seasons, like Autumn, you tend to see the colour before you see them. Joan Collins Timeless Beauty Divine Lips Lipstick in Fontaine would work well.

Warm Spring needs to avoid cool, dark and soft reds. These include the brick red shown in example one and brown red in example six, which would both be better suited to an Autumn as well as the burgundy in example five. This colour would work best for a Cool Summer, which is Warm Spring's opposing subtype.

Pink Lipstick

Warm Spring pinks are warm and bright. On the colour chart, they range from 'Geranium - 17-1753 TCX' at the deepest end of the scale through to 'Rose Shadow - 13-1906 TCX' as the lightest.

As always, coral is a great option for this subtype as shown in example two. This is the most natural looking colour for April and can be likened to Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick in Coral Brittania.

Tea rose, like the colour in example two, also looks effortlessly natural. Her eyes really pop paired with this light, warm and bright lip. You could try Elizabeth Arden Lip Color in Petal Pink.

The third example is a little softer and borders on a berry hue. Typically, purple lipsticks are not recommended for Warm Spring but this has enough pink to warm the colour. Oulac Lipstick in Angel is a good example.

The final three examples show pink lipsticks we would not recommend for a Warm Spring. Where the fuchsia in example four would be better suited to a Bright Winter, a Light Summer would pull off the candy pink in example six. The fuchsia is too bright and cool for April so blanches her image as she needs some warmth. Similarly, the candy pink is cool with some grey pigmentation making it too soft for her. This muddies her appearance, much like the mauve pink in example five.

Orange Lipstick

As a dominantly warm subtype, orange lipstick works amazingly for Warm Spring. However, we need to be cautious that products are bright and light as opposed to soft and dark.

The first example shows a bright tangerine, which emphasises April's warmth and lights up her appearance. L'Oréal Paris Color Riche Satin Moisturizing Lipstick in Orange Magique is a strong choice as it provides a hydrated finish as well as the colour. You could also try Wet n Wild Mega Last High-Shine Lipstick in Tanger-ring the Alarm.

Grapefruit, in the second example, is a slightly deeper variation, verging on red.

A good option for a Warm Spring leaning towards Light Spring would be the peachy colour seen in example three. This is a much fairer colour and looks very natural on April. Impala Longlasting Lipstick in 124 Peach is a good option.

Soft and dark oranges do not work for Warm Spring as seen in the final three examples. These colours are also quite deep and would be better suited to Autumn individuals.

Other Lipsticks

We do not recommend any nude, brown or purple lipsticks for Warm Spring.

Where the rose brown in example two is too soft for April's bright chroma, example three is both too dark and too cool for her. These colours are better suited to Warm Autumn and Dark Autumn individuals. The nude in example one is drab against her vibrant appearance - Warm Spring needs a pop of colour to balance their natural beauty.

The dusty plum in example four leans cool and has some softening grey. It clashes with her warmth and luminosity. The dusty lavender in example six is the same, despite its lighter value. These colours would work better for a Summer subtype.

Finally, the violet in example five has the clarity she needs but is too cool against her warmth. It would be better suited to a Bright Winter.

Lipstick Finishes

Due to Warm Spring's bright influence, shinier finishes work best.

You can see in examples one and three how gloss or lustre products emphasise April's natural glow. Her image really comes to life with these finishes. Satin finishes are also suitable so look for creamier, hydrating finishes.

Though the colouring is correct in examples four, five and six, these soft finishes dull her natural shine. Warm Spring individuals need to avoid matte, velvet and powder finishes.

If you already have these product finishes in the correct colours as part of your collection, you can use a clear gloss or balm to add some shine.

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