Best of Beauty: Red Lips and How to Rock It

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Red lips are all the rage this season.  I received a some comments on a earlier post from readers who say they are worried they can’t pull off this look for various reasons.  I was talking to a good friend and makeup artist about this over the weekend and found out it’s not true.  Deep shades of red, like wine, compliment a variety of skin tones.  Done right, it can be one of the easiest looks to pull off.

If you’re in your 20′s or 30′s “throw caution to the wind” says Starworks artists Kate Lee.  Go bold with a deep red but keeping the rest of your face fresh and neutral with a nude eyeshadow, black eye liner and mascara.

For that worn in look, apply lipstick with your finger tips and blog off excess.  Be sure to use a lip liner to help color stay on lips and keep from bleeding out.

Products to try:

Revlon Matte Lipstick, Wine Not

Lipstick Queen Sinner Lipstick, Wine

NARS Satin Lipstick, Rouge Basque

 
 

 

 

For those who believe that red lips make a woman look older, makeup artist Sam Fine says “to hell with that rule.  Wear strong color with confidence!”  Go for a moisturizing creme lipstick and apply with a lip brush and blot with a tissue to keep lipstick from bleeding into fine lines around the lips.  Apply a little gloss in the center of lips to add dimension.  Again, keep the rest of your makeup neutral and fresh.

Products to try:

Bare Escentuals – Classic Red Lipstick

Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Ultra Lipstick, Vintage Red

NARS Pure Matte Lipstick, Moscow

 

 

 

 

Image Sources:
Jessica Alba - Forelyse.com
Meryl Streep - Mudblog.net

Fall 2012 Trends – Makeup Must Haves Under $25

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Fall is all about color and there’s no holding back when it comes to makeup this season.  The bolder – the better!

Hunter

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I love green!  And apparently so do th hottest designers in fashion.  This season is jam-packed with this hue.

Give your mani’s and pedi’s a shot of emerald with butter LONDON 3 Free Nail Lacquer in British Racing Green.  No matter what your skin tone may be, this palette  is versatile and flattering to all shades.  Try a soft green on the lids while adding depth to the crease with NARS Single Cream Eyeshadow Compact in Nomad)

Wine

With the season premieres of True Blood and The Vampire Diaries, and the final chapter of Twilight, it’s no surprise to be seeing red!

Make a statement with a wine colored lip like L’Oreal Colour Riche Lip Gloss in Rich Plumor go bold with essie nail color polish in berry naughty - just remember to apply 2 coats.

Cobalt

Talk about a shot of color!  This daring and rich hue is a great alternative to plum.

Command attention with NYC Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil in Moody Blue or NARS Single Eyeshadow Compact in China Blue.

Gold

Nothing says Hollywood glam then glistening gold!

Let your eyes sparkle with IMAN Luxury Eyeshadow in White Gold.  LORAC 3D Liquid Lustre in Gold can be applied over eye shadow or worn alone on eyes and cheeks for luminous sparkle and shine.

Nude

This classic look transitions easily from summer to fall.

Add a sheer shimmer while looking natural with Bare Escentuals – Glimmer Eye Shadow.  Find your perfect shade like Joey New York – lipFIT Lipstick.

Caramel/Cocoa

Caramel and cocoa… Mmm!  All that comes to mind is a hot caramel mocha latte.  I feel all warm and tingly just thinking about it.

Don’t think this combo is only good in your favorite caffeinated drink.  These colors not only play well together, they look good together too.  Try L’Oreal Colour Riche Le Balm in Caramel Comfort along with POP Beauty Lid Bronzer.

Gunmetal

Be prepared to see a lot of metallic this season, and I’m not talking about just in clothing.  Gunmetal is an “edgier version of charcoal” according to InStyle.com.

Go rocker chic with NARS Nail Polish in Endless Night or add drama to eyes with tarte lock & roll Eyeshadow Duo in Gunmetal.

Find more Fall Fashion trends here.