Apply the Perfect Red Lip

You've seen all the stars wear it, from Gwen Stefani to Katy Perry. We're talking about the perfect red lip that doesn't fade and looks perfectly polished. When applying such a bold color, it's very easy to make mistakes.

Steps

  1. Exfoliate lips. Run a clean toothbrush under warm water. Gently rub on lips, getting all areas. Make sure you skip this step if your lips are sensitive or intolerant.
  2. Apply chapstick. This is a very important step to make sure that the lipstick stays in place and that you have a smoother surface to glide on. It will also keep lips soft which avoids the "crusty" look. Put on a thin layer and rub in.
  3. Apply lipliner. Do this step before applying lipstick so it has a closed off area. Trace just inside the natural lining of your lips.
  4. Apply lipstick. This is the most important part and it's very important that you apply correctly. This is where the lipstick applier (looks like a brush) comes in. You don't have to use it, but it helps you stay inside the line from the lip liner. If so, apply in a thin layer but enough to where there's no "nude" areas. If you're going to just use the stick of lipstick, apply in a thin layer. Make sure to get the inner corners. It's easy to see the inner corners of your mouth when you talk and nothing looks worse than having bold red lips and having white corners. Blot, and then apply a second layer to ensure that color stays for a long period of time.
  5. If desired, apply clear gloss. This gives a shiny appearance. If you want a matte look, skip this step.
  6. Apply a thin line of white or beige eyeshadow around where you applied lipliner. Using the small eyeshadow brush, get a little bit of the white or beige loose eyeshadow (use white if Caucasian, beige if darker skinned). Put a THIN layer around your lipliner and blend. This helps prevent feathering and creates a highlight and draws attention to your mouth.
  7. Another way is to choose a lip liner, close to the shade of your lips. Outline the edges, then use soft strokes to fill in the gap. Dab with a sponge.
  8. Start at the center and blend outward with a lip brush. Blot with a tissue and dust with translucent powder, then apply a second coat.For just a hint of color, dab lipstick on with your finger.
  9. Paint the perimeter of your lips with concealer so the color won't bleed. A transparent gloss will brighten, and to thin out the color, apply a waxy lip balm. To make lips look plump and full, apply shimmery gloss to the middle of your bottom lip. Smooch-ready!
  10. Finished.

Tips

  • Exfoliate as soon as possible before applying chapstick because the chapstick sinks in better when the lip's skin is freshly buffed rather than it being already a little dry again.
  • Use red lipstick with a blue undertone to make teeth appear whiter.
  • Pair up with a blank face canvas and nude eyeshadow. Pair red lips with brown eyeshadow on the crease and black eyeliner for a pinup look!

Warnings

  • Do not pair with a dramatic smokey eye, etc.-- it draws attention away from your mouth and looks too busy.
  • Make sure the lipstick color is right for your skin tone. Girls with tan or dark skin can get away with a blood red color, but lighter girls should stick with red mixed with coral or pink. If it doesn't match your skin color, you can look fake.
  • •Make sure you can "handle" this look. While a classic, it can look too busy or overwhelming for some faces. Make sure it goes with your personal style.

Things You'll Need

  • Clean toothbrush
  • Chapstick
  • Red lipstick
  • Red lipliner (Make sure your lipliner and lipstick are the same shade of red!)
  • Lipstick applier (optional)
  • Clear lipgloss (optional)
  • Small eyeshadow brush
  • White/beige loose eyeshadow

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