How to choose the perfect shade of red lipstick: expert advice

Red lipstick is not just a makeup accent. It's a real statement piece that can fill an image with energy and outline its character with just one stroke.

Makeup artists say that every woman should have at least one red lipstick that she would use every day, even to create a special mood. But it is important to choose the right shade. Glamour experts told us how to do it.

Women began to paint their lips red in ancient times, literally right after the invention of cosmetics. Naturally bright lips are a sign of youth and health, and to emphasize these qualities, the first prototypes of red lipstick were created using pigments from crushed insects, fruit juices, etc.

Historians can trace the origin of red lipstick back to Mesopotamia about 5000 years ago. Back then, they could even crush precious stones and mix them with oil or wax to create the product for better application.

Since then, a lot of time has passed, and scientists have come up with a lot of ingredients that not only stay well on the lips, but also take care of the skin. However, the issue of choosing the right shade is still relevant.

To do it correctly, you need to focus on your skin tone, makeup artists say. The shade of red should match it: a warm complexion requires warm colors, and a cold complexion requires cold colors. Look at the blood vessels on your hands, if they are blue or purple, then your color type is cold, and if they are greenish, then your color type is warm. In the first case, shades with an orange undertone are more suitable, and in the second - blue or pink. However, classic red is suitable for everyone.

The lipstick formula is also important. Choose a comfortable and winning option for yourself. Matte lipsticks can dry out lips, while glossy or pearlescent lipsticks emphasize skin folds.

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