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Red lipstick, glamour hits a classic note

Red lipstick, glamour hits a classic note

Makeup tips to wear the must-have lipstick shade

Go ahead and wear RED!

Can I wear red lipstick? It's funny how many people ask me that question.

The classic lip color is both dressy and an eyecatcher, depending on how you're going to wear it.

There is nothing more beautiful than nice foundation, light blush, and very natural eyes with a hint of eyeliner and mascara to bring out your red lipstick. 

Never try and overdo it on your eyes and your lips at the same time. It's either one or the other.


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Red lipstick, the classic glamour look in makeup

Red lipstick, the classic glamour look in makeup

There are all sorts of famous faces, both iconic and contemporary, that we identify with red lipstick such as Angelina Jolie, Katy Perry, Dita Von Tesse, Kate Bosworth, Taylor Swift, Cameron Diaz, Snow White, Grace Kelly, Geishas, and many more. Some are sexy. Some are pouty. Some are simple and clean. But all make a statement with bold red lips.


Your skintone is what will determine what shade of red works best for you.


Generally warm skin tones should lean towards orange-red warmer tones while cool skin tones should seek blue undertones. Try to find a blush that is a similar shade.


>> Explore the array of red lipstick at beauty.com

Being that red lipstick tends to bleed, it is best to powder your lips and then line them with lip liner. 


If you're afraid to go for a real red lip in the beginning, there are wonderful sheer shades available to get you started.


With the holidays coming up and lots of dressy opportunities, this should be a fun time for you to try something new to change your look.


Voila, enjoy!

 

Photo of Eva Green at the Montblanc Grand Prix, Image,net

Published on November 12, 2009

Brigitte Bigeard

Brigitte Bigeard is a professional makeup artist from Chicago working with an international team in Paris, France. Providing exceptional service for over 15 years in film, television, print, special events and weddings worldwide. Brigitte shares her beauty expertise at her blog Pretty One in Paris.

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Great makeup tips and beautiful photos. I love red lipstick.

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