“Which beige shade blends best with my skin?” “Is the popular ‘Kagerou’ actually different from the limited ‘Namayake Pancake’?”
If you’ve been asking these questions, you’re in the right place!
Today, I’ve picked the top 4 “Yellow, Brown & Beige” shades from my collection. These are the best for creating a stylish, “skin-blending” (natural) look.
The Lineup:
- 03 Kagerou / Heat Haze (Rosé Beige / Standard Line)
- EX-3 Namayake Pancake / Half-cooked Pancake (Creamy Beige / 2025 Limited)
- EX-10 Kyoki no Dogo / Roar of Madness (Orange Brown / 2025 Limited)
- C03 Edaka Monster / Branching Monster (Sheer Brown / Clear Tone Series)
From office staples to trendy colors that instantly update your look, let’s review the subtle nuances with swatch comparisons!
Quick Comparison: What’s the Vibe?
Here is a one-line summary of each shade:
- 03 Kagerou: A “Classic Rosé Beige” with a hint of red. A “Mucous Membrane” color that doesn’t wash you out.
- EX-3 Namayake Pancake: Milkier and whiter than 03. A “True Nude Beige” for high-fashion style.
- EX-10 Kyoki no Dogo: A rich “Deep Red Brown.” Strong yellow undertones for a stylish Autumn look.
- C03 Edaka Monster: A very sheer “Watercolor Brown.” Uses your natural lip color to tone down brightness.
1. The Undisputed No.1 Popularity: “03 Kagerou”
- Vibe: A pale rosé beige, like a shimmering heat haze.
- Finish: Sheer, fleeting beige that mimics natural lip flush.
~ The Fail-Safe “Mucous Membrane” Lip ~ This is often called the “Must-Buy” for Warm Spring and Warm Autumn types. Even though it’s beige, it has a nuance of pale pink (rosé), so it won’t make you look sickly.
- Natural Beauty: It gives a “My Lips But Better” finish (known as Nenmaku or Mucous Membrane color).
- Office MVP: Not too flashy, not too dull. It matches any suit or makeup look.
- Great Base: It doesn’t fight with other colors, making it an excellent base layer for darker lipsticks.
Verdict: A versatile color for any scene. Keeping one in your bag is always a good idea!
2. 2025 Limited “EX-3 Namayake Pancake”
- Vibe: Mellow, creamy beige.
- Finish: A distinct yellow-toned beige with milky opacity.
~ Want an “Effortless” Look? Choose this Beige ~ Released in January 2025 as a limited shade. Compared to 03 Kagerou, this has stronger yellow and white tones with a creamier texture.
- Subtraction Makeup: When you go heavy on eye makeup, keep your lips nude with this for perfect balance.
- Milky Beige: It has an exquisite “mellowness” that doesn’t look chalky, even on Asian skin tones.
- Mode/Cool: It’s less sweet than 03 Kagerou, giving a cool, sophisticated atmosphere.
Verdict: If you thought “Kagerou is too red” or wanted a “more beige” beige, this is exactly what you need.
3. 2025 Limited “EX-10 Kyoki no Dogo” (Roar of Madness)
- Vibe: Powerful Brick Brown with presence.
- Finish: Rich, deep red-brown with intense pigmentation.
~ Instant Style! A Hero-Level Orange Brown ~ Another 2025 limited release. This brown is highly pigmented and instantly makes you look trendy.
- Rich Autumn Color: Deep but not too dark. An exquisite balance.
- Skin Blending: Strong yellow undertones make it blend incredibly well, especially for Warm Autumn skin types.
- Main Character Energy: Even with simple clothes, wearing this makes you look like a makeup expert.
Verdict: For those who aren’t satisfied with just “plain brown.” A stylish color that sets you apart from the crowd!
4. Clear Tone “C03 Edaka Monster” (Branching Monster)
- Vibe: Sheer orange-brown that blends in.
- Finish: Almost transparent brown that unifies with your lip color.
~ The Strongest Ally for “No-Makeup” Makeup ~ Finally, a brown from the low-pigment “Clear Tone” series. It feels more like a tinted lip balm than a lipstick.
- Sheer: Your natural lip color shows through, so there is zero “fake” look.
- Dullness Correction: It acts like a brown filter, calming down the redness of your lips.
- Unisex: With minimal “makeup texture,” it’s highly recommended for men’s makeup or school makeup.
Pro Tip: “If you accidentally applied a lipstick that’s too bright, layer this on top to tone it down!”
Summary: Which Beige is for you?
💄 Choose “03 Kagerou” (Heat Haze) if:
- You want a good impression for office work or job interviews.
- You want a “usable beige” that still has some healthy flush.
- You are a beginner to “Nenmaku” (natural flush) lips.
💄 Choose “EX-3 Namayake Pancake” if:
- You love “Subtraction Makeup” (focusing on eyes, keeping lips nude).
- You want a nudier, more stylish color than 03 Kagerou.
- You look good in whitish/milky beiges.
💄 Choose “EX-10 Kyoki no Dogo” if:
- You want a trendy, stylish face.
- You love strong yellow-orange or Terracotta colors.
- You want strong pigmentation.
💄 Choose “C03 Edaka Monster” if:
- You dislike the heavy feeling of lipstick.
- You are doing “Natural Makeup” or “No-Makeup” makeup.
- You want to change the nuance of other lipsticks by layering.
Beige and Brown nuances are deep—even a slight difference can change your whole impression! The two limited shades (EX-3, EX-10) have very distinct personalities, expanding your makeup range.
Next up: I will be comparing the “Dark & Deep” Lip Monster shades (like 5:00AM) perfect for the coming season. Stay tuned!
📝 J-Beauty Vocabulary Note
- Hadanajimi (肌なじみ): “Skin familiarity.” Describes colors that blend well with your skin tone rather than standing out or clashing.
- Hikizan Make (引き算メイク): Literally “Subtraction Makeup.” The concept of balancing your face; if you do strong eyes, you “subtract” from the lips (nude color) to avoid looking overdone.
- Nuke-kan (抜け感): An “air of effortlessness.” Looking stylish without looking like you tried too hard.
- Nenmaku Color (粘膜カラー): A color that resembles the inner mucous membrane of the lip. The ultimate “My Lips But Better.”
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