Enter Mented Cosmetics. Founded by Harvard Business School grads KJ Miller and Amanda E. Johnson, Mented (short for pigmented) has released two collections specifically crafted with darker-skinned beauty mavens in mind: nude nail polishes and hydrating nude lipsticks. Though the three-polish set is definitely one-of-a-kind, it's the nine stunning lipstick shades that we simply can't get over.

Each creamy lipstick blends browns, pinks, and reds, making for a variety of hues that look gorgeous on both lighter and darker complexions. With just a few swipes, women of deeper skin tones can land that polished, everyday look that all of us crave when we're taking a break from those bold red or pink lip colors.

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