Red lips ... red hot!

Most women are frightened when it comes to wearing red lipstick. However the "Red Lip" is a classic, sophisticated, versatile look that anyone (yes including yourself) can pull off! With these few simple steps, you too can feel the confidence and power behind the perfect red pout.

#1) First you want to assess your colouring. The paler the skin, the bigger the pop. You want to go easy/light on the eyes and blush. If not, you may risk looking like a clown. Try skipping the eyeliner altogether and just apply mascara to both top and bottom lashes. This will help open the eyes up!

#2) Next you want to be sure to pick the right colour of red for your skintone. If your complexion is pink, you should lean more towards the plum shades. Those with yellow undertones are most flattered by warmer reds that have a brown base. Also, don't be affraid to mix different reds together to get the perfect one for you.

#3) So now that you have found the perfect shade (in both a lipstick and a lipliner) you want to fill the lips in with the liner. (Note that liner will glide on easier if your lips have a lip conditioner on prior. Chap stick will work fine too). Start with the center of your bottom lip and work your way out until you have completely filled in your lips as well as lined them. Red lips tend to bleed, so this will help keep the colour in place.

#4) You want to then apply the lipstick colour over top of the liner. Next, grab a tissue, blot and then reapply lip colour. The blotting will help with any excess product.

#5) For an extra little sheen, try dabbing a clear gloss just in the center of your bottom lip. Not only will this add a little dazzle to the colour, but it will create the illusion of a fuller lip overall.

You have now accomplished the perfect "Red Pout" along with some of my favourite red lipstick fashionistas below!


Gwen Stefani


Christina Applegate


Megan Fox