By Lina Anderson, Lip Blush Artist & Co-Owner of DAELA Portland
One of the things I love most about lip blush tattooing is when a client brings in their favorite lipstick. Sometimes it is a shade they have worn for years. Other times it is something they just discovered and fell in love with. Either way, the question is the same:
“Can you make my lips look like this forever?”
Yes, we can.
Translating lipstick colors into custom lip blush tattoos is a delicate process that combines artistry, experience, and a deep understanding of how color heals in the skin. I also want to give credit where it is due. The companies that create these lipsticks put so much thought and beauty into their formulas and colors. It is a joy to use their work as inspiration. Below, I’m sharing some of my favorite lip blush matches and the exact lipsticks that inspired them.
Each one of these brands deserves the spotlight for creating such thoughtful, iconic shades.
MAKEUP BY MARIO
MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Color in Poppy
Poppy is juicy, fresh, and unapologetically vibrant. It brings warmth and energy in a way that still feels elegant. When a client brought this one in, we softened the intensity slightly to ensure it healed beautifully as a sheer, watermelon-toned blush. The final result had all the freshness of the original with just enough transparency to feel timeless.
MAKEUP BY MARIO – MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Color in Poppy
CHARLOTTE TILBURY
Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk
Pillow Talk is one of the most requested lipstick matches I have ever done. Its soft nude-pink tone is both classic and contemporary. It flatters so many skin tones and feels effortless. When we replicate this as lip blush, we preserve the muted rose undertone while adjusting for the client’s natural lip color. The healed results are subtle, romantic, and elegant.
Charlotte Tilbury – Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillow Talk
L’ORÉAL
Colour Riche Voluminous Matte Lipstick in 173 Le Rose Activist
Le Rose Activist is a beautiful mauve-toned neutral that looks modern but soft. When recreated in lip blush form, it heals into a slightly dusky rose with a lived-in feel that still feels polished. It is perfect for clients who want noticeable color that still feels natural.
L’ORÉAL – Colour Riche Matte Lipstick in Le Rose Activist
KOSAS
Wet Stick Moisturizing Shiny Sheer Lipstick in Hot Beach
Hot Beach is the definition of a warm-weather nude. With peach and coral undertones, it gives lips a relaxed, healthy glow. As a lip blush reference, it delivers soft warmth that feels natural but fresh. It is especially beautiful on clients with warm undertones or those who want a little more liveliness without any hint of pink.
KOSAS – Wet Stick in Hot Beach
MERIT
Signature Lip Lightweight Lipstick in Tiger
Tiger is a rich, earthy terracotta that brings depth and sophistication. This shade is bold in the best way. When clients want a more grounded, statement lip blush color, Tiger is a fantastic reference point. We soften the tone slightly to make sure it heals with grace and balance.
MERIT – Signature Lip in Tiger
RARE BEAUTY
Lip Soufflé Matte Cream Lipstick in Kindness
Kindness is a soft, warm pink that feels gentle and comforting. This shade makes a beautiful lip blush for clients who want a barely-there flush with a little lift. It heals into a natural pink that enhances the lips without changing their personality.
Rare Beauty – Lip Soufflé Matte Cream Lipstick in Kindness
CHANEL
Rouge Coco Bloom in Bright
Bright is a cool-toned pink that delivers high-shine energy. For lip blush, I take inspiration from the color’s freshness and clarity, then mute the gloss effect into a sheer blush. This reference is perfect for clients who want something a little playful while still feeling balanced and elevated.
CHANEL – Rouge Coco Bloom in Bright
YSL BEAUTY
The Bold High Pigment Lipstick in 1968 Nude Statement
Nude Statement is richly pigmented and feels luxurious. When used as a reference, it offers a base tone that brings definition and depth to the lips without overwhelming them. We modify it slightly in tattoo form to ensure it ages beautifully while keeping the essence of its bold yet neutral tone.
YSL Beauty – The Bold Lipstick in Nude Statement
MILANI
Color Statement Lipstick in Fruit Punch
Fruit Punch is bright and cheerful, with a nostalgic charm. I love when clients bring this in because it feels like a classic pink with personality. We tone it down a touch and allow the blush to heal into a sweet, slightly vibrant pink that lights up the face.
MILANI – Color Statement Lipstick in Fruit Punch
L’ORÉAL
Glow Paradise Balm-In-Lipstick in Peach Charm
Peach Charm is soft, glowing, and easy to wear. It is one of my favorite options for clients who want a very natural lip blush that mimics the look of a tinted balm. The end result is subtle, fresh, and understated in the best way.
L’ORÉAL – Glow Paradise in Peach Charm
MERIT
Signature Lip in Baby
Baby is a cool-toned soft pink with a hint of modern elegance. This shade is incredibly flattering on clients with fair or cool undertones. When used as a blush reference, it leaves a barely-there pink that feels effortless and polished.
BURT’S BEES
Pomegranate Chapstick
Yes, this counts. Clients love the berry tint of Burt’s Bees Pomegranate for its simplicity and comfort. I have translated it into lip blush more than once. It heals into a gentle berry that feels like your lips just got a little boost. Perfect for those who want the most natural, low maintenance look possible.
BURT’S BEES – Pomegranate Chapstick
Final Thoughts
Your favorite lipstick is more than just a color. It is part of your story. Whether it reminds you of a special moment or just makes you feel a little more pulled together, it matters. That is why I love recreating these shades as lip blush tattoos. The goal is not to change your look but to preserve it in the most natural, long-lasting way possible.
If you have a favorite lipstick that you cannot live without, bring it with you to your consultation. Together we can design a custom blush that honors the color you love while giving you something truly lasting.
About the Author
Lina Anderson – Master Lip Blush Artist & Color Matching Expert
Hi, I’m Lina. I am co-owner of DAELA Portland and a lifelong lover of all things beauty, balance, and natural looks. My goal is to help every client feel effortlessly confident and radiant through high-end artistry and genuine connection.
Portland, OR
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