Red lipstick can be scary. Many women feel that they can’t wear it but that really isn’t the case. It’s true that it isn’t very forgiving. Red lipstick can draw attention to thin lips and bleed onto your skin and teeth. Those of us with red and ruddy skin tones should probably avoid it. But, other lovely ladies should experiment a bit and will likely find a good match.
Red lipstick it is also a bold and retro look that can make you feel like a sultry pinup siren. They key is just to take a few steps to make it work on your face and keep it looking good throughout the day.
Shade
The most crucial part of wearing red lipstick is to wear the right shade. Otherwise, it will just not flatter you. While there are no absolutes, there are a few guidelines to follow. If you have dark or tan skin, stick with burgundy and brick red tones. Olive-skinned women should lean more towards bright reds with an orange base. Fair skinned ladies tend to look best in crimson, true reds.
Lips
You can wear red lipstick if you have thin lips or don’t like your lip shape. Just keep in mind that it will highlight that. Red lipstick will focus all of the attention on your lips. If your lips tend to be thin, outline them with a nude lip pencil before applying the lipstick. Don’t use a red lip pencil as it will look two-toned with the lipstick.
Makeup
Avoid pairing red lipstick with your favorite purple eye shadow. Channel that vintage look and keep the rest of your face neutral. Make sure that your complexion looks perfect by using some form of foundation and powder. Just swipe on some black mascara and sport your red lipstick for a classic and elegant look.