How to Wear Red Lipstick | Beauty Tips from Lora Kelley
How to Wear Red Lipstick | Beauty Tips from Lora Kelley
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I love the look of red lipstick, but I've always been a little afraid to try it myself, so I'm thrilled to have Lora Kelley here to tell us how to do it without looking like a circus clown. And really, what better time to give it a go than Valentine's Day?! Share your red lipstick look with us on Instagram and make sure to tag @snippetandink - we'll re-gram some of your pics next week!
Lora's Tips for Perfect Red LipsTip #1: Choosing the right color. The best advice I've heard is from makeup artist Rae Morris. Ask yourself if you prefer Tango Tangerine or Ballet Pink Rose. If you opt for Tango Tangerine, then you'll probably love a warmer red. If you j'adore Ballet Pink Rose, you'll probably want a cooler red. The great thing is that if you have a warmer red and want to add some coolness, you can pop a cool-toned pink gloss on top and voila! You have a new color. The same works for a cool red: sweep some golden gloss over the top for a warmer red.Tip #2: Avoiding the "vixen" look.;)
Perfect ApplicationTip #3: Tip #4: Stop feathering. Correct and prevent any bleeding colors or feathering by applying concealer around your lips. I love La Prairie Skin Caviar Concealer with SPF 15. It's a foundation and concealer in one. Tip #5: Start on the outside and work your way in. Line around your lip first, then fill in with color. ;)
Be precise. I recommend Laura Mercier's smoky eyeliner brush. Even though it's not technically for lips, I have redefined its use to be my go-to lip brush. It's a fine point synthetic brush with excellent precision for lining the lip. I'm dreadfully prudish and I love a good red lipstick. The way I avoid looking to crazy is by keeping my eye makeup in check. Our model is wearing little more than some sleek black liner, Laura Mercier Eye Basics in Wheat, very light Sable Eye Colour in the crease, and of course mascara. You can add a retro swing by going cat-eye with the liner. I also recommend letting your red lip be the statement of your outfit, keeping colors minimal. If you're making it an evening look, keep the dress Kate Middleton approved. Inspired to give your kisser a red lipstick makeover for Valentine's Day? Don't forget to tag @snippetandink on your Instagram pic and we'll re-gram some of them next week!
Hair, Makeup: Lora Kelley / Photography: Eric Kelley / Attire: EG / Earrings: Anthropologie / Red Lipstick: Poppy by Laura Mercier / Photo Scans: Film Box Lab
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