Rules which will ensure you always look stunning while wearing red lipstick.

Red lips are the quintessential sexy look, but getting it "just right" can take a little know-how. Sometimes the lipstick smudges, making you look more like Heath Ledger in Batman than Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's. Whether you're just in the mood to have fun with your look, or you're going to a formal ball, red lips are often the best choice. See Step 1 below for more info on how to rock red lipstick the right way.

Pick a true red for fair skin. With doll-like porcelain skin, a true candy-apple red will add lovely color and contrast. Look for shades that have blue undertones (rather than yellow) to bring out a warmth in your skin tone.


Try a coral-red for beige skin. Your skin is perfectly accentuated with reds that have a golden undertone and are coral-like. Rather than going super orange, find a red with very subtle pumpkin-y undertones. That will keep your lips looking sophisticated rather than costume-y.


Go for brick red for medium skin. If your skin is slightly tanned, a bold brick red will create a classic look. Don’t worry about going too deep; select a shade that is slightly darker and richer than cherry red.

Pick a red with pink undertones for olive skin. Rich, copper skin is accented beautifully with a brighter berry red shade. The brightness of fuschia and raspberry based reds compliments the natural warmth of your skin. Avoid looking too old or young by staying away from neon-bright berry reds.

Go for a purple-red for chocolate skin. Deep chocolate skin paired with a purple-based red creates an incredibly chic look. Find a red in the same color as an ultra-ripe pomegranate or an under-ripe plum, preferably with a bit of gold iridescence or glitter.

Try a cherry red for coffee skin. Skin the color of black coffee looks great with a bright red for the same reason that fair skin does: it creates a beautiful contrast. Find a glossy red with blue undertones.
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