10 Steps and Tips In Wearing A Red Lipstick

Red lipstick is a universal classic, elegant, versatile and has yet to go out of style. Red lipstick is a must-have! as it can be used to create several different stunning looks and makes any face look instantly elegant. However, make sure your skin is well primed as red lipstick might highlight any red spots or imperfections on your face. Here

1. Test on your lips. Most women try out lipstick on their hands, but that's often a different shade than your face. Test directly the lipstick on your lips, scraping a bit of color off with a Q-tip.
   
2. Match your skin tone. true red lipsticks work best on a pale face, while olive skin calls for brown-reds or mahogany shades of your red lipstick. If your complexion is pink, you'll look better in plum shades of red lipstick, while girls with yellow tones are flattered by warmer red lipsticks that have a brown base, Also, if your teeth are yellow, a red lipstick with blue undertones will make them look whiter. Therefore, finding the right red lipstick just enhances a naturally beautiful feature.
3. Consider the lighting. pick a softer or sheerer shade of your red lipstick in a sunny day or for an outdoor activities. For evening, go bolder, to stand out your features and your looks.
4. Blending is in. Some makeup artists tend to blend a few shades of red lipsticks to create the perfect colors. Experiment with other lipstick shades you have on hand to create the perfect shade of red lipsticks.
5. Prevent "bleeding". Fill in lips with lip liner first as the red lipstick tends to bleed. Be careful when choosing a lip liner. If it doesn't match your lipstick perfectly, you will end up with a two-tone effect. If you like using lip liner, find a lip liner shade that is close to your natural lip color (natural shade of lip liner)and use it to outline your lips. Also, apply a little concealer around the border of your mouth.
6. Apply it correctly. Line and fill in lips with liner. Apply lipstick from the tube or using a lip brush over the liner. Blot once with a tissue, and lightly dust with face powder. Apply one more coat of lipstick.
7. Avoid getting lipstick on your teeth. After applying, put your finger in your mouth, purse your lips around it, then slowly pull it out to remove excess color.
8. Pair red lipstick with the lightest possible eye makeup. Skip eyeliner and go only for mascara (black for brunettes, brown for blondes and redheads), making sure to apply to bottom lashes (it opens up your eyes). Dust face with powder and cheeks with a soft beige blush. Dot a little smudge of the lipstick on the apples of your cheeks, then blend it with your fingers. A smoky eyes and crimson lips look great for a fancy, nighttime occasion, while everyday red lips should be accompanied by a subtle, natural-looking face.
   
9. Choose your shine level. Either glossy or matte lipstick shade? A moisture lip looks more modern, but a matte lipstick formula stays on your lips longer and won't feather. Experiment to find the right one for you.
10. Lastly, play around with looks and characters when wearing red. Red lips will make smoky eyes look intense and very made-up, but will look clean and crisp on a polished nude base. A less groomed bare face can also wear red for somethng laid back yet instantly made-up. Worn with a golden tan, the look changes once more.