O lipstick has been with us for a long time. Applying red lipstick, however, is a great difficulty for many women (See how to choose the ideal red lipstick for you).
Know that you don’t need to be a superstar to sport beautiful red lips, just a little know-how and a few tips.
O Red lipstick Classic has been a trend for many decades – and we bet it will never go out of style.
How about checking out our 10 tips for applying red lipstick perfectly?
1. Choose the right shade of red for you
Red is not just red. The tones may look different on different people.
It used to be thought that lighter reds and coral tones were best suited to fair-skinned women and dark tones were suited to dark skin.
There are actually no rules about which shade of red lipstick will look best on you. You should try different shades and then choose the one that suits you best.
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2. Lightly exfoliate your lips
Another tip on how to apply red lipstick perfectly involves lightly exfoliating your lips with a soft toothbrush and a little coconut oil before applying lipstick.
Gently stroke your lips to remove any dry or flaky skin that could ruin your lipstick application.
Don’t exfoliate too much as your lips are sensitive and can get sore if you’re not careful.
See: Tips to avoid dry lips
3. Moisturize your lips
Applying red lipstick without moisturizing your lips first may not bring such good results (See how to moisturize dry lips).
Simply apply a generous amount of lip balm or even shea butter to your lips to hydrate them.
Rub well and wait about ten minutes for the skin to absorb well. Then just remove the excess with the help of a tissue.
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4. Start with lip liner
With eyeliner in the same color as lipstick, carefully draw the contour of the natural shape of the lips. Focus especially on the central part of the upper lip.
Applying eyeliner before applying red lipstick will help define the area and prevent lipstick from going where it shouldn’t.
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5. Fill in your lips using eyeliner
Coloring within the outline you just created using eyeliner will help the lipstick last longer and also make the color stand out.
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6. Finally apply lipstick
When applying red lipstick, we recommend that you use a brush. This will ensure more control and more uniformity in the application. Make sure to also apply it to the inner corners of your lips, avoiding leaving any part “bare”.
Apply your lipstick to the center of your lips and then move towards the outer parts. Over time and with practice, you will realize that this is the best way to ensure excellent uniformity in the application.
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7. Dry and apply a second coat
Another tip for applying red lipstick perfectly is to dry (remove excess) the first layer with the help of tissue paper and then apply a second layer. This process will help increase the durability of the lipstick and improve color definition.
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8. Set the lipstick using powder
Another way to apply red lipstick perfectly and make it last longer is to place a thin piece of fabric over your lips and sprinkle some clear powder through the fabric. This will fix the lipstick and make it last longer.
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9. Apply concealer to the ends of your lips
Applying concealer to the edges of your lips will prevent lipstick from spreading easily.
See: 10 types of lipsticks that every woman should have
10. If necessary, apply lip gloss
If you are looking for more sensual and shiny lips, now is the time to apply lip gloss. You can also apply the gloss only to the center of your lips, making them appear even fuller and more voluminous.
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