Red Lipstick, even though I’m afraid of it sometimes, because it can be really high maintenance, brings me joy when I finally find one.
Right now, I’m loving Dior Red Smile. It’s a bright red that doesn’t wash out my complexion and the formula hydrates, which is essential so I don’t get that kind of dry drawn on looking lip that can age your face really quickly.
Here’s Two Of My Tricks for Wearing Red Lipstick
- Color in your entire lip with a flesh tone lip pencil. It works like primer, but without the price, and it’s one less thing you have to buy, look for, or put away when you’re done.
- Apply one coat of lipstick as a base. Lay a tissue across your lips. The tissue will adhere to the lipstick and hold in place I promise you. Let the tissue rest for a moment covering your entire mouth – an outline of your lips should be visible through the tissue – then pull the tissue away. Wait a minute to let the lipstick dry down and then reapply another coat of lipstick. Even when the glossy second coat wears off a bit after a few hours the perfect outline and most of the color will stay through your day. Now that should brighten your smile!
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The “right” shade of red lipstick for me is exceedingly difficult to find. I’ll try the Dior Red Shine because of the shade of red, it hydrates and it looks fantastic on you! Your images throughout the site are great! Although, hoping to see more, at least two images per post would be great (please). I was pleasantly surprised to find several amazing images in your pajama post. I’ve only just visited your site today and I am already looking forward to regularly visiting. (Found your site thanks to the article on NYTimes.com. I must note you have a beautiful family. Thought it was funny when Chris said he was teaching Leila patience – lol!). It’s been a pleasure.
Lenore:
Thank you for your kind words! I do love my kids and it means a lot to me when anyone compliments my family. Let me know how the lipstick works out.
Wishing you and Your Family Happy Holidays!
Xx Veronica
Thank you and Happy Holidays to you and your family, too!
Hi there. I think the things to help anyone get the ‘right red’ are knowing whether you’re cool vs warm colouring & then choosing a blue red or a yellow/orange based red. Then – for me – it’s about intensity – your own colour intensity + what look you’re going for on the day: blot some on & then slick with some lip balm if you’re feeling you’d like your red to be in a lower key. Amp it up when you’re feeling braver & depending upon your total look.
Kitty!
That is excellent advice.I can tell you love red lipstick as much as I do! I just discovered a new brand called Gerrard Cosmetics that makes an awesome “matte metal” liquid lipstick formula. I’m crushing on the Cherry Bomb Red right now!
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