When we think 'Christmas makeup', the image of the perfect red pout pops up in our minds. Red is truly the colour of Christmas and while going monotone in red may seem like a scary task, working bright red flirty lips is not one at all...trust us! There’s something about wearing a vivacious red lip colour that is extremely festive and we say that this Christmas, it's time to put those pouts on display in the daring red hue.
It's true that red can be a tough colour to wear, however, everyone can rock red lips with a few beauty tips. And that's exactly what we're here for. Let's start off by talking about how to choose the right tone for you. There are two main things to consider when searching for a red lipstick; tone and finish. If you have light skin, opt for true red, blue-red and raspberry-red shades. If you come in the 'medium' category, pink reds and orange reds will really suit you and if you've got dark skin, then opt for wine-coloured hues of red and orange-reds.
Moving on, once you've got the right shade for your skin tone, it's important to think about the rest of your makeup. Make sure the tones of your makeup complement the red you've chosen and when in doubt, go subtle elsewhere and go with just red lips! The next advice we're dying to dish out is that lip liners aren't your enemy. Use a matching red liner as your lip colour but colour in the whole lip for extra staying power and peace of mind. Next, we'd suggest that this Christmas, let your lips do all the talking. If it’s a daytime look, keep your eye makeup simple. Smoky-eyes and red lips make for quite a statement, so that's probably best saved for the evening. Lastly, give your overall look a thorough thought. Think about what you’re wearing and yes, that includes accessories too.
After you've followed the above, remember that there really aren’t any rules if you find a shade that you absolutely and unabashedly love. Go on, paint those lips red. If you feel right, they'll look right!
