Red lipstick is a hit every fall and winter. Lips in this color are feminine, seductive, and elegant. Red lipstick is the perfect accessory for any outfit – it's versatile and works for many occasions. This cosmetic is a must-have for every woman. Applying this shade of lipstick is very simple, and you just need to remember a few important steps.
4 steps to the perfect red lips
Red lips must look perfect. To achieve this, you need three accessories: a lipstick in this shade, a precise brush, and a lip liner.
STEP 1: prepare your lips for lipstick
Red lipstick highlights any imperfections and dry patches. Before applying it, be sure to gently exfoliate. The most convenient way is to use exfoliating sticks available at drugstores. They are ready-to-apply and provide an immediate effect of smoother, firmer, and better-perfused lips. If you don't have one, you can substitute it with a toothbrush or a honey scrub.
STEP 2: outline your lips with a lip liner
Choose a lip liner that's as close in color as possible to your lipstick. The most important thing about this step is to create symmetry in your lips. If you have one lip that's thinner than the other, you can use the liner to enhance it, extending beyond the outline. Also, remember to pay attention to the inner corners – lip makeup must be very precise and precise. Applying the liner directly under your lipstick will make it last much longer.
STEP 3: fill your lips with lipstick
For precise lip makeup, use a small brush. This will allow you to apply an even layer and provide control during application. Remember to stick to the outline you've drawn. Removing red lipstick from the skin is no easy task, so don't rush.
STEP 4: aesthetics
The final step is to clean the contour with concealer or foundation. Using a small brush, clean the area just below the liner. This will ensure your lip makeup is perfect and refined in every detail and from every angle.
What makeup goes with red lipstick?
Red lips look best with flawless skin and lightly colored eyes. Even out your complexion with mineral foundation and conceal dark circles under your eyes. Also, use a light blush and bronzer – it prevents your contoured face from looking flat. Feel free to use highlighter, which adds a beautiful glow to your skin. As for your eyes, eyeliner and heavily mascaraed lashes are ideal. If you're feeling adventurous, add some tufts of eyelashes to the outer corners to visually enlarge your eyes.
If lipstick's longevity is a priority for you, choose a matte lipstick. It's long-lasting and will last for several hours. If you prefer a shimmering, seductive lip effect, finish with a glossy lip gloss .
How to choose red lipstick for your beauty type?
Start by determining your skin tone—warm or cool. The simplest and quickest method is the so-called "wrist method." Look at the inside of your wrists and assess the color of your veins. If the veins are green, you have a warm complexion. If they are blue, your complexion has a cool undertone. Warm skin tones look best with lipsticks in shades of orange, brick red, or coral. Therefore, choose red lipsticks with a touch of orange. Cool skin tones pair perfectly with cool reds that lean toward wine or raspberry.
How to determine the tone of red lipstick?
The easiest way to assess this is by comparing several lipstick colors. Sample the colors on your hand and eliminate any that don't match. If you're looking for a cool-toned lipstick, choose one you're sure is warm-toned and compare each subsequent one to it. Through a process of elimination, you'll find the prettiest shade for you.
Now you know what to keep in mind when applying red lipstick. This makeup look is perfect for almost any occasion. I already have my favorite red lipstick, how about you?
Martyna Piechowska – blogger and make-up artist. She combines her passion for cosmetics and makeup with her professional work, where she can be found daily at the drugstore. Her blog is both a hobby and a way to spend her free time. She loves cosmetics and everything related to beauty, skincare, and makeup.
