The 17 Altera Blurring Lip Tint shades range from nude peach and nude pink to true red, mauve, fuchsia, coral, and deeper warm tones. If this is your first Altera shade, three easy places to start are 001 FLUX, a brownish red; 012 HUSH, a nude pink; and 013 FLUSH, a medium pink. These are also the three colors in the Best-Sellers Lip Tint Trio.
No lip color looks identical on everyone. Natural lip color, skin depth, undertone, lighting, and the number of layers can all change the result. In this guide, "for every skin tone" means that the range includes useful starting points across light, medium, and deep skin tones. It does not mean that every shade is guaranteed to look the same or suit every personal preference.
Quick Answer: Which Altera Lip Tint Shade Should You Choose?
Use this quick picker if you already know the kind of color you want:
| If You Want | Start With | Official Color Description |
|---|---|---|
| A versatile brownish red | 001 FLUX | Brownish red |
| A classic statement red | 002 BURST | True red |
| A soft everyday nude | 012 HUSH | Nude pink |
| A warmer nude | 009 GLIMMER | Nude peach |
| A balanced everyday pink | 013 FLUSH | Medium pink |
| A cooler mauve look | 004 SWIRL | Mauvish pink |
| A bright fuchsia | 007 SURGE | Fuchsia pink |
| A lively coral | 010 RIPPLE | Vibrant coral |
| A rich warm orange | 014 DIVA | Burnt orange |
| A deeper pink | 015 FLARE | Deep reddish pink |
Time Phoria's product education guide identifies 001 FLUX, 002 BURST, 012 HUSH, and 013 FLUSH as starting points across all skin-tone groups. Treat that as helpful direction rather than a rule: makeup color is personal, and the best shade is the one that creates the contrast, warmth, and mood you want.
The Complete Altera Blurring Lip Tint Shade Chart
The table below uses the official shade descriptions for 001 through 016. Shade 017 RIFT appears in the current 17-shade range, but it was added after the older product education chart and does not yet have a written color description or skin-tone category in that material. Its description below is therefore clearly marked as a visual estimate from the current product image.
| Shade | Color Description | Color Family and Look | Skin-Tone Starting Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 FLUX | Brownish red | Balanced red-brown; defined but wearable | All skin tones |
| 002 BURST | True red | Classic, clear red; polished statement color | All skin tones |
| 003 BLOOM | Reddish pink | Fresh pink with red depth | Light skin tones |
| 004 SWIRL | Mauvish pink | Cool-looking mauve-pink; softly sophisticated | Deep skin tones |
| 005 CRUSH | True pink | Clear pink without an obvious nude or orange lean | Medium skin tones |
| 006 WISP | Muted pink | Soft, understated pink | Light skin tones |
| 007 SURGE | Fuchsia pink | Bright, high-energy pink | Medium skin tones |
| 008 IGNITE | Reddish orange | Warm orange-red; vivid and lively | Deep skin tones |
| 009 GLIMMER | Nude peach | Warm peach nude; gentle everyday color | Medium skin tones |
| 010 RIPPLE | Vibrant coral | Bright coral with warm freshness | Light skin tones |
| 011 QUIVER | Vibrant pink | Bright, noticeable pink | Light skin tones |
| 012 HUSH | Nude pink | Soft pink nude; easy everyday option | All skin tones |
| 013 FLUSH | Medium pink | Balanced everyday pink with moderate depth | All skin tones |
| 014 DIVA | Burnt orange | Rich, earthy orange | Medium skin tones |
| 015 FLARE | Deep reddish pink | Deeper pink-red with stronger contrast | Deep skin tones |
| 016 BLAZE | Deep orange pink | Bold warm pink-orange | Deep skin tones |
| 017 RIFT | Deep brick-red brown* | Rich red-brown with an earthy, deeper look | Not categorized in the older official guide |
*RIFT's color description is a visual estimate based on the current product image, not an official written shade description. Screen settings, photography, and natural lip color can change how it appears.
How to Read a Lip Tint Shade Guide
A shade name is only the beginning. To narrow 17 colors into two or three useful choices, compare four factors: color family, depth, undertone, and desired contrast.
1. Choose a Color Family
Start with the family you already enjoy wearing:
- Nude and understated: 009 GLIMMER, 012 HUSH, 006 WISP
- Red: 001 FLUX, 002 BURST, 017 RIFT
- Pink and mauve: 003 BLOOM, 004 SWIRL, 005 CRUSH, 007 SURGE, 011 QUIVER, 013 FLUSH, 015 FLARE
- Coral and orange: 008 IGNITE, 010 RIPPLE, 014 DIVA, 016 BLAZE
If you usually wear natural makeup, begin with a nude, muted pink, or medium pink. If you want the lips to become the focus of the look, try a true red, fuchsia, vibrant coral, or deeper warm shade.
2. Decide How Much Contrast You Want
Contrast is the difference between the finished lip color and your natural coloring. A shade close to your natural lip depth often feels softer and easier for everyday wear. A much brighter, deeper, or more saturated color creates a stronger statement.
For lower contrast, consider 006 WISP, 009 GLIMMER, 012 HUSH, or 013 FLUSH. For more visible color, look at 002 BURST, 007 SURGE, 010 RIPPLE, 011 QUIVER, 015 FLARE, or 016 BLAZE.
These are practical style groupings, not promises about how the colors will appear on every person.
3. Use Undertone as a Starting Point, Not a Restriction
Undertone can help when two shades seem equally appealing. Based on their official color-family descriptions:
- Warm-looking starting points include 008 IGNITE, 009 GLIMMER, 010 RIPPLE, 014 DIVA, and 016 BLAZE.
- Cool or rosy-looking starting points include 004 SWIRL, 005 CRUSH, 006 WISP, 007 SURGE, 011 QUIVER, 012 HUSH, and 015 FLARE.
- More balanced red or pink starting points include 001 FLUX, 002 BURST, 003 BLOOM, and 013 FLUSH.
You do not have to match warm skin only with warm lipstick or cool skin only with cool lipstick. Matching undertones usually creates harmony; contrasting them can make the lip color stand out more.
4. Account for Your Natural Lip Color
Natural lip pigment acts like a base layer under tint. The same color may look:
- Brighter on lighter natural lips
- Deeper or more muted on naturally pigmented lips
- Warmer or cooler depending on the lip's natural undertone
- More opaque after a second thin layer
Do not judge the shade only from the wet first swipe. Altera begins with a watery glossy look and settles into a soft-focus velvet matte, so reflection and perceived depth change as the finish develops.
Altera Shades for Light Skin Tones
The official shade guide highlights 003 BLOOM, 006 WISP, 010 RIPPLE, and 011 QUIVER for light skin tones.
003 BLOOM: Reddish Pink
BLOOM combines pink freshness with enough red to keep the color from looking too pale. It is a useful choice when a nude feels too quiet but a true red feels too formal.
006 WISP: Muted Pink
WISP is the softest-looking option in this group. Its muted character can support minimal makeup, diffused edges, and lower-contrast everyday looks.
010 RIPPLE: Vibrant Coral
RIPPLE brings more warmth and brightness. It is designed for a lively coral effect rather than a barely-there tint.
011 QUIVER: Vibrant Pink
QUIVER is the brighter pink option. Choose it when you want clear pink color to remain noticeable after the finish softens.
Light skin does not require light lipstick. Deeper shades can create beautiful contrast; this group simply offers the brand's suggested starting points.
Altera Shades for Medium Skin Tones
The official guide highlights 005 CRUSH, 007 SURGE, 009 GLIMMER, and 014 DIVA for medium skin tones.
005 CRUSH: True Pink
CRUSH is a straightforward pink without the softer nude quality of HUSH or the stronger purple-pink energy of SURGE. It is a useful middle point for classic pink lovers.
007 SURGE: Fuchsia Pink
SURGE is brighter and more dramatic. Its fuchsia direction gives a makeup look more energy and stronger color contrast.
009 GLIMMER: Nude Peach
GLIMMER is the warm nude in the range. Choose it when you want everyday softness with more peach than pink.
014 DIVA: Burnt Orange
DIVA is richer and earthier than a bright coral. Its burnt-orange direction works well for warm, defined lips and autumnal makeup moods.
Altera Shades for Deep Skin Tones
The official guide highlights 004 SWIRL, 008 IGNITE, 015 FLARE, and 016 BLAZE for deep skin tones.
004 SWIRL: Mauvish Pink
SWIRL offers a cooler mauve-pink direction. It can create a refined alternative to warm coral and orange shades.
008 IGNITE: Reddish Orange
IGNITE combines red presence with warm orange energy. It is brighter than an earthy burnt orange and can create a vivid warm lip.
015 FLARE: Deep Reddish Pink
FLARE brings greater depth to the pink family. It is a strong option when medium pinks feel too soft but you do not want a classic true red.
016 BLAZE: Deep Orange Pink
BLAZE combines deep warm pink and orange. It is one of the boldest warm shades in the range.
These recommendations are not limits. Nude pink, true red, brownish red, fuchsia, and coral can all be worn across different skin depths depending on the intended contrast.
Four Altera Shades Suggested Across All Skin Tones
If you want the shortest possible shortlist, begin with these four shades from the official all-skin-tone group.
001 FLUX: Brownish Red
FLUX balances red with brown, making it more grounded than a bright classic red. It can work as an everyday defined lip, a soft blurred border, or a deeper second-layer look.
002 BURST: True Red
BURST is the clearest classic red in the range. Choose it when you want a recognizable red lip without a nude, coral, or mauve direction.
012 HUSH: Nude Pink
HUSH is the softest best seller and an easy option for everyday wear. Its nude-pink direction creates less contrast than the reds and brighter pinks on many lips.
013 FLUSH: Medium Pink
FLUSH sits between a quiet nude and a vivid statement pink. That balanced depth makes it a practical everyday choice when HUSH feels too subtle.
Again, "all skin tones" is product shade guidance, not a guarantee of one identical result. Your natural lip pigment and preferred contrast still matter.
Best-Selling Altera Shades: FLUX, HUSH, and FLUSH
The three best-selling starting shades cover three distinct everyday moods:
| Shade | Color | Choose It If You Want |
|---|---|---|
| 001 FLUX | Brownish red | Richer definition and a grounded red-brown lip |
| 012 HUSH | Nude pink | Soft, understated everyday color |
| 013 FLUSH | Medium pink | A balanced pink between nude and bright |
They are available together in the Best-Sellers Lip Tint Trio. The trio is useful if you want one deeper shade, one quiet nude, and one medium everyday pink without choosing three colors from scratch.
Best Altera Nude Shades
Altera has two clearest nude directions:
- 009 GLIMMER is a nude peach. Choose it for a warmer, peachier look.
- 012 HUSH is a nude pink. Choose it for a softer rosy-nude look.
006 WISP, a muted pink, can also function like a soft everyday shade when you prefer pink without a strong nude-beige effect.
On naturally deeper or more pigmented lips, a nude shade may look more translucent, cooler, warmer, or brighter than it does in a product image. One thin layer gives a softer tint; a second controlled layer increases color presence.
Best Altera Red Shades
Choose among the reds by mood:
- 001 FLUX: brownish red for a grounded, wearable result
- 002 BURST: true red for a classic statement
- 008 IGNITE: reddish orange for a warmer, brighter red direction
- 015 FLARE: deep reddish pink for a pink-led alternative to red
- 017 RIFT: visually appears deep brick-red brown for an earthy, richer look
RIFT is best treated as a visual option until an official written color description is available. Compare the current swatch and product image under more than one screen or lighting condition before deciding.
Best Altera Pink and Mauve Shades
The pink range moves from quiet to vivid:
- Soft and muted: 006 WISP, 012 HUSH
- Balanced everyday pink: 003 BLOOM, 005 CRUSH, 013 FLUSH
- Mauve: 004 SWIRL
- Bright and vivid: 007 SURGE, 011 QUIVER
- Deep pink-red: 015 FLARE
If you are unsure, compare HUSH and FLUSH first. HUSH is the more understated nude pink; FLUSH provides more obvious pink color while remaining less vivid than SURGE or QUIVER.
Best Altera Coral and Orange Shades
The warmest part of the range includes:
- 008 IGNITE: reddish orange
- 009 GLIMMER: nude peach
- 010 RIPPLE: vibrant coral
- 014 DIVA: burnt orange
- 016 BLAZE: deep orange pink
GLIMMER is the softest warm choice. RIPPLE and IGNITE are brighter, DIVA is earthier, and BLAZE is deeper and bolder.
Why Altera Shades Look Different Before and After Setting
Altera Blurring Lip Tint starts with a cooling watery gloss and settles into a weightless, soft-focus velvet matte. The initial shine reflects more light, which can make the color look brighter or more translucent. As that shine softens, the finished shade may appear more diffused and velvety.
For a more accurate shade check:
- Apply one thin, even layer.
- Keep the lips relaxed and avoid rubbing them together.
- Wait until the obvious wet shine has softened and the color stops moving easily.
- Check the shade in indirect daylight as well as indoor light.
- Add a second thin layer only if you want more depth or coverage.
Read Gloss to Matte Lip Tint: How a Shine-to-Blur Formula Works for a full explanation of the transformation. For application technique, use How to Apply Blurring Lip Tint for a Smooth, Even Finish.
How to Compare Lip Tint Swatches More Accurately
Online swatches are useful for comparing colors within the same range, but they are not exact guarantees. Use these checks before choosing:
- Compare shades photographed under the same lighting
- Look at both arm swatches and full-lip images when available
- Compare one-layer and layered results
- Consider whether the model's natural lip depth is similar to yours
- Check the color on more than one screen
- Focus on relative differences, such as HUSH being softer than FLUSH, rather than expecting an exact screen match
Once you receive the product, test a small amount according to the package directions. Let the finish settle before deciding whether the shade is right.
Common Shade-Choosing Mistakes
Choosing Only by Shade Name
Names create mood, but the color description and swatch contain more useful information. "HUSH" does not tell you it is a nude pink unless you check the guide.
Assuming Every Nude Is Neutral
GLIMMER leans peach, while HUSH leans pink. Both are nude options, but they create different warmth and contrast.
Judging the Color While It Is Still Wet
The glossy first phase reflects light differently from the settled velvet finish. Wait before comparing it with your expected shade.
Using Skin Tone as a Strict Rule
Skin-tone recommendations are shortcuts, not boundaries. A shade suggested for light skin can create striking contrast on deep skin, and a deeper shade can look polished on light skin.
Ignoring Natural Lip Pigment
Lip tint is viewed through and over your natural lip color. A second layer can increase coverage, but it will not make every lip look identical to a digital swatch.
Applying Too Much to Force the Swatch Color
A thick coat can set unevenly and make the finish look patchy. Build with thin layers instead. If the result is uneven, see Why Does Lip Tint Look Patchy? 7 Causes and Easy Fixes.
FAQs
Which Altera shade is best for all skin tones?
The official product education guide groups 001 FLUX, 002 BURST, 012 HUSH, and 013 FLUSH as all-skin-tone starting points. This is guidance rather than a universal guarantee; natural lip color and personal preference still affect the result.
What is the best everyday Altera lip tint shade?
012 HUSH is a soft nude pink, 013 FLUSH is a balanced medium pink, and 001 FLUX is a brownish red with more definition. Choose based on how much contrast you want.
Which Altera shade is the best nude?
Choose 012 HUSH for a nude pink or 009 GLIMMER for a warmer nude peach. If you want a muted pink that still feels understated, consider 006 WISP.
Which shade is a true red?
002 BURST is officially described as true red. 001 FLUX is browner, while 008 IGNITE leans orange.
Which Altera shades are recommended for deep skin tones?
The official guide highlights 004 SWIRL, 008 IGNITE, 015 FLARE, and 016 BLAZE for deep skin tones. FLUX, BURST, HUSH, and FLUSH are also listed in the all-skin-tone group.
What color is 017 RIFT?
The older official product education chart does not include a written description for RIFT. In the current product image, it visually appears to be a deep brick-red brown. Treat that as a visual estimate and compare the live product image and swatch before purchasing.
Why does my lip tint look different from the website swatch?
Natural lip pigment, skin undertone, lighting, camera processing, screen settings, application thickness, and the formula's wet-to-velvet transformation can all change perceived color.
Can I apply two layers of Altera Lip Tint?
Yes. Let the first thin layer settle, then add a second thin layer where you want more depth or coverage. Avoid applying one heavy coat.
Which shades are in the Best-Sellers Lip Tint Trio?
The trio contains 001 FLUX, 012 HUSH, and 013 FLUSH: a brownish red, a nude pink, and a medium pink.
Can I wear a shade outside my skin-tone group?
Yes. The groups are starting points, not restrictions. Choose a different group when you want more contrast, a different undertone, or a bolder makeup effect.
Final Takeaway
The easiest way to choose among all 17 Altera shades is to decide on a color family first, then choose the depth and contrast you want. For a simple first purchase, compare 001 FLUX, 012 HUSH, and 013 FLUSH. For classic red, choose 002 BURST; for warm nude, choose 009 GLIMMER; for mauve, choose 004 SWIRL; and for bright coral, choose 010 RIPPLE.
Use skin-tone recommendations as guidance, account for your natural lip color, and judge the shade only after the watery shine settles into its soft-focus velvet finish.
Explore all 17 colors of Altera Blurring Lip Tint, or start with the three everyday best sellers in the Best-Sellers Lip Tint Trio.
