Tint Your Lips with Fall’s Best Superfoods
While fall is not officially here yet, we can definitely start feeling its presence. And sure, it’s always hard to say goodbye to summer vacay, endless daylight and free time, but there’s also something comforting about the beginning of fall. Case in point: fall superfoods, such as pumpkins, beets and cranberries are here. And not just in pumpkin spice latte form (although, that, too). We’re talking about tinting our lips!
Trends such as clean beauty and skinimalism make it easy to let go of heavy lipsticks in favor of lighter, more subtle lip tints. We love them in the summer, but we love them in the fall, too. Instead of reaching for the shelf at Sephora, may we suggest using affordable ingredients from the supermarket to make your own.
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Why Superfoods Work as Lip Tint
Beetroot, cranberry, and pumpkin are ideal for DIY lip tints because they’re naturally rich in plant pigments that provide beautiful color. You can even experiment with sweet potato, blueberries, blackberries and pomegranate to create your perfect lip tint shade. Beetroot, for example, gives a deep berry-red, cranberry offers a soft pink, and pumpkin adds a warm golden tone.
Beyond color – because it’s never just about color with DIY beauty recipes – they contain skin-loving nutrients like antioxidants and vitamins A and C, which help hydrate and protect lips. Needless to say, these awesome ingredients are widely available in the fall, making them seasonal, affordable, and easy to incorporate in your natural beauty recipes.
3 DIY Lip Tint Recipes
Creamy 3-Ingredient DIY Lip Stain
Super nourishing and light, this lip and cheek stain is made with just 3 ingredients, one of which gives it its gorgeous color. You guessed it: it’s beetroot powder.
With just 3 ingredients, this lip + cheek stain makes the prettiest color for your cheeks and lips. It’s lightweight and perfect for summer.
Check out this recipe
DIY Cranberry Coconut Lip Gloss
We just love a multiuse beauty product, and this lip tint doubles as a cheek stain, so it gets double points. The key ingredient to make it both pretty and healthy? Cranberries!
Whether you have a minimalist approach to makeup or just have sensitive skin, this easy-to-make coconut oil lip gloss will be right for you.
Check out this recipe
Tinted Cinnamon Glow Lip Gloss
Cinnamon has double duty as it acts both as color and as a lip plumping agent. You can also use it in lieu of mica powder if you’re making an equally clean-girl lip oil.
Try this homemade lip balm and lip scrub with cinnamon to plump your lips and protect them from the dry winter air.
DIY Lip Tint FAQ
Store your tints in airtight, sanitized containers like metal tins, lip balm tubes, or glass jars with lids. Tins work well for thicker, balm-style tints, while tubes are better for smoother, glossier textures. Make sure the containers are clean and dry before filling to prevent bacteria or mold growth. We recommend smaller containers.
Most homemade lip tints will last about 2–3 months if stored properly in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. If you’re not using a preservative and the recipe contains fresh ingredients, refrigerate and use within 1–2 weeks. Regularly check for changes in smell, texture, or color as signs of spoilage.
Your fingers are the easiest way to apply lip tint, as long as they are clean. If it’s precision you’re after, or if you’re sharing your lip tint with someone else, a lip brush is your best bet.