Following Fall’s Makeup Trends – Part 2

Continuing from our last post, here are some tips on wearing fall’s trendy lipsticks.


Lips

Although deep plum and claret tones are being seen on lips this season, red is really the story for lipstick this fall.

As with purple eyeshadow, the key to wearing red lipstick is choosing the right shade. A recent article in Canadian Living noted that to determine your best red, you need to know your skin tone. Check the inside of your wrist: orange undertones mean a warm tone; peach, yellow or olive undertones mean neutral; and blue and pink undertones mean cool.

From there, you can match the lipstick with the tone. Warm reds with a yellow undertone tend to suit warm skin tones, while cooler reds with a blue undertone tend to suit cooler skin tones. Try a few shades on your wrist to see which is most flattering.

The next choice is between gloss and matte finishes. The occasion may dictate which is more appropriate—shiny, red lips are not generally a good choice for the office, but may be perfect for a night out on the town.

If you are wearing a bold red shade on your lips, keep the rest of your face neutral. Your lips will stand out and make a statement all on their own—no need to overwhelm with lots of colour on your eyes and cheeks.

And try this little trick to prevent red lipstick from bleeding: apply concealer around your lips with a brush, then apply your lipstick.