Red Lipstick is the most universally flattering makeup look. Every wearer instantly looks dressed up, sexy, and powerful—even if there's barely any other makeup worn with it.
I’ve had a passion for makeup most of my life. I think it’s because I was raised by my grandparents and I grew up watching my grandmother put on her makeup every day. She never walked out of the house without a well finished complexion and beautiful red lips. She didn’t have to wear a lot of makeup. She rarely wore eyeshadow or powder. But her skin was always flawless, her cheeks were fresh, her brows were done and the red lip was always on point.
Throughout history, the red lip has been a symbol of glamour and elegance. During World War Two, many women gave up nylons and chocolate bars, but lipstick sales never wavered. So how has this extraordinary trend survived the test of time? Well it might possibly be because red lipstick is the perfect piece of iconography that represents confidence and upscale fashion without the necessity of a deep wallet. Regardless of ethnicity, socio-economic background or personality, the crimson lip will most likely go down in the books a long side the little black dress as a top feminine favorite.
Lightly apply concealer over the lips with a fluffy shadow brush (this will make your lipstick shade look brighter), then follow your natural lip line with a lip pencil using "light, feathery strokes" instead of long, extended ones. You'll have more control this way.
Before you reach for your lipstick, pull the liner towards the center of the mouth with the pencil, but don't fill it all the way in. Diffuse the harsh lines with a small brush. This base will help avoid any feathering or smudging, and will help the lipstick last longer.
Go over your liner base with your desired tube of red. "The most important thing to remember is to push, press, and roll the lipstick on for the most gorgeous results," McGrath advises.
Your final lipstick look "should be rich, even and saturated," the makeup artist says.