A step-by-step guide to rocking red lipstick
1. Smooth and hydrate: Prep your lips for all-day red lipstick wear
Exfoliate your lips with a gentle lip scrub or a soft-bristled toothbrush to remove any dry or flaky skin.
Then, apply a lip balm to hydrate your lips. This will help you create a smooth base for your lipstick. It also prevents the lipstick from settling into fine lines and cracks, which can make the lips look dry and patchy, especially if you opt for matte lipsticks.
2. Outline your power: The power of lip liner for bold red lips
Using a lip liner helps to define the lips’ shape, prevent the lipstick from bleeding or feathering, and create a barrier that allows the lipstick last longer.
Use a lip liner that matches your lipstick shade or is slightly darker to outline your lips and prevent the lipstick from bleeding or smudging. Start at the centre of your upper lip by making a cross on your cupid’s bow and follow your natural lip line, then repeat on your lower lip.
3. Brush up: The best way to apply red lipstick for flawless wear
You can use a lip brush or the lipstick tube to apply your red lipstick, starting from the centre of your lips and blending outwards.
The best way to have a precise application is by using a small and firm lip brush to define the edges of your lips and fill in any gaps.
4. Blot and reapply: The simple technique for long-lasting red lipstick
Blot your lips with a tissue to remove any excess lipstick and prevent smudging. If needed, apply a second coat of lipstick for a more intense colour payoff and longer-lasting wear.
5. Set in place: Lock in your red lipstick for all-day wear
This step is a must-do if you are looking for how to make red lipstick last longer.
One of the most effective methods is to set your lip colour with a translucent powder or a setting spray. This will help to lock in the pigment and prevent it from fading or smudging over time.
To use a powder, simply dip a fluffy brush into the product and apply a light dusting over your lips after you’ve applied your lipstick. Alternatively, spritz your face with a setting spray and wait for it to dry before touching your lips.
