Red lipstick is your nemesis? Face it with confidence with these tips
18.12.2023
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Pictures: Natalie Hemengül
Admit it: you also own a red lipstick that you only pull out once a year. Usually over the holidays. 9 tips for a mishap-free appearance with the make-up product that intimidates us all.
Red lips are not just a statement, they are also a commitment. From application to make-up removal: eye-catching lipsticks require more dedication in every respect. This is probably also the reason why most of us only dare to apply lipstick once a year. Usually at Christmas or New Year's Eve. These tips will make the experience a little less daunting.
1. the right formula and the right finish
Light shades are forgiving. Dark, bright colours, on the other hand, are not. The more striking the colour of your lipstick is, the more important it is that it doesn't wear off, smudge, crumble or bleed through the fine lip lines beyond the lip contour. Therefore, opt for matte formulas that still offer a certain level of comfort.
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Good examples of this are:
- The "Shine Loud High Shine Lip Colours" from Nyx Professional Make-up, a combination of liquid lipstick and a nourishing gloss for over it
- the "Color Riche Intense Volume Matte" lipsticks from L'Oréal
- or the matte lipsticks from Mac
2. small corrections to the complexion
Redness and spots on the face are emphasised with red lipstick. Cover them with concealer and foundation beforehand to create an even complexion that emphasises your lips alone.
3. the all-round look
If you want your lips to be the centre of attention, I recommend keeping your eye make-up minimalist. A little mascara and maybe some eyeliner. That's all you need to emphasise your eyes. Personally, I often do without both. Cheek rouge also often contains red pigments. It's therefore better to just use a bronzer. I find that it frames red or berry lips particularly beautifully without stealing the show.
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4. care for underneath
Matte formulas dry out the lips sooner or later. So take care of your lips before applying make-up: use a simple honey and sugar scrub to remove dry flakes of skin. A rich lip mask moisturises your lips while you apply your make-up. Before applying your lipstick, wipe the mask off your lips with a tissue.
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5. set the frame
With a lip liner, you not only shape your lips, but also create a barrier between your lips and skin. This prevents your lipstick from bleeding later. A liner in the same colour as your lipstick or even a shade darker is ideal. This creates a beautiful ombré effect.
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6. Apply only with a brush
Loud colours are best applied with a brush. This has several advantages. Firstly, you don't paint over the liner as quickly because the brush gives you more precision. Secondly, you can blend liner and lipstick into each other more easily. Thirdly, liquid-to-matte textures crumble less quickly because you apply them sparingly with the brush in the thinnest possible layer.
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7. minor corrections
Have you made a mistake or aren't quite happy with the lip shape you've drawn on? Grab a flat, narrow brush and go along your lip contour with a little concealer. This will clean up and sharpen the edges. And you also create another barrier that protects your lips from bleeding.
8. check-ins are a must
Catchy colours are not a sure-fire success, they need to be mothered. Check in a hand mirror from time to time to see if everything is still in place or if your teeth have been damaged. Lipstick wears off particularly quickly with greasy food. Straws are also helpful tools for avoiding glass marks in the form of little devil horns on your upper lip.
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9th removal: It works!
Red pigments can be particularly stubborn. Liquid lipsticks often even leave a "stain" after make-up removal, i.e. a red tint to your lips. Be sure to use a bi-phase remover. It contains oil and removes residue relatively reliably without leaving you with a smudged clown's mouth.
Cover photo: Natalie Hemengül, image from the book «Face Paint» by Lisa Eldridge
Natalie Hemengül
Senior Editor
Natalie.Hemenguel@digitecgalaxus.chAs a massive Disney fan, I see the world through rose-tinted glasses. I worship series from the 90s and consider mermaids a religion. When I’m not dancing in glitter rain, I’m either hanging out at pyjama parties or sitting at my make-up table. P.S. I love you, bacon, garlic and onions.
