Tips on Wearing Red Lipstick

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To add that finishing touch to her appearance, every woman needs some lipstick. And, still very much in fashion is red lipstick. So that you come across as that sexy, pulled-together woman that you are, here are some tips on how to wear red lipstick.

Pay particular attention to the lips.

Avoiding overdoing the rest of your makeup assures the red lipstick will stand out. Eye shadows must be light to give a good look to your red lipstick. You will have a clown-like appearance if you overdo the makeup. The rest of your makeup can be toned down by using just mascara, blush and a tiny amount of powder along with your red lipstick.

Choose the correct red tone.

There has been a reluctance to wear red lipstick, but it doesn't have to be the case for you! Just identify the exact color of red that suits you. For example, dark shades of lipstick suit for rosy complexion. A warmer shade of red lipstick is ideal for women with a more olive complexion.

You can even decide to match the color of your lips with your nails! The colors need to be similar, if not identical if you are going to wear red on your nails and your lips. (A good tip is not to wear red on both, to tell you the truth.) With the red lip color with you to ensure the best color match if you're going to have your nails done.

Combine the reds.

Now-a-days make up artists blend many shades of red lipstick. Choose the correct red by mixing a few different reds together. And, who knows, it might be the way to use up that unusual lip color that you'd decided was a waste of money.

Outline the lip color.

Use a lip liner to prevent the red lipstick from bleeding. Before applying red lipstick, use the liner to line the inside of your lips. This helps you keep your lips looking polished throughout the day.

Put on your red lipstick carefully.

Be sure that you are applying your red lipstick in the right way. Begin with a lip moisturizer. Then apply with a brush a thin layer of foundation that acts as a base to retain your lipstick's color for many hours. Matched to the color of your red lipstick, outline your lips with a lip pencil. Next, smooth on your red lipstick gently. Be careful - if your makeup is too dark, your lips will stand out too much. Simply use tissue to blotch off any overdone amount of lipstick. Before you walk out the door, enhance your lips with a second layer of red, to create that polished effect.