HOW TO ROCK A KILLER RED LIP!

The red lip is often one of the most feared looks in makeup. Why not just throw caution to the wind and try out the bold hue this weekend? It punches up any outfit and no matter how much you try to protest, there is a red out there for everyone.


Keep your red lip look simple on a hot summer day by keeping your eyes and cheeks simple: some bronzer, some liner, a swipe of mascara, and out you go. I mean, look how hot it looks on Pussycat Doll Melody Thornton.

Make sure you choose the right red. As overwhelming as that may sound, it’s actually quite easy when you know your undertones.

If your undertones are warm (there’s a yellow or golden undertone to your skin, you tan to a golden brown color, your veins are green, you look best in gold, etc.), then a red with a yellow or golden base works best.
Reds to try: MAC Lipsticks in: Brave Red, Lady Danger, Cockney, and Lady Bug.

If your undertones are cool (there’s a red or blue undertone to your skin, your veins are blue, you look best in silver, etc.) then a red with a blue base works best.

Reds to try: MAC Lipsticks in: Russian Red, Dubonnet, Ruby Woo, MAC Red, and Viva Glam I.
If you’re olive toned (neither yellow nor blue undertones) try a red with neutral undertones.

Reds to try: MAC Lipsticks in: Fresh Moroccan and Spice It Up!
Even if you’re not a fan of MAC, still use this shades as a guide. Since MAC is a popular brand, it’s easy to find swatches online. Then use that to find your shade in your favorite brand.