Red Lipstick

Classy, Elegant, and Alluring can be used to describe the perfect shade of red lipstick.

A study in the U.S. showed that men were more attracted to women in red lipstick. I believe when women wear red lipstick, they become braver, and more confident; at least I do. It immediately gives me that extra Oomph factor.

Cleopatra was the first popular person to wear red lipstick. She crushed carmine beetles, for a deep red pigment, and ants as a base. Thank god, human beings have discovered other ways to produce red lipstick. Imagine the creepy-crawlies on your lips. Later on, pearlescence, a substance found in fish scales was used to provide a shimmering and eye-catching effect. I would certainly stare wouldn’t you?

I have always admired the women from the Middle East for their beautiful shiny hair, their flawless skin, and their skill in putting make-up on. I reckon they are born with it, as their fore father, Abu al-Qasim al-Zahrawi, a renowned cosmetologist, made the first solid lipsticks, during the Islamic Golden Age.

The humorous thing is red lipstick was banned in medieval Europe as it was said to be too provocative, and was considered a direct link with Satan. But then Queen Elizabeth I popularized red lipstick. It is rumored that she got her way many times in court, only because of her powerful lipstick, as the men were transfixed. I bet red lipstick is also the key to Chuck Bass. Ohhhhhh Chuck Bass. Chuck Bass. Chuck Bass. Hmm. Sorry I just got carried away there for a minute.

Ladies don’t worry, as then you will get wrinkles. There is a perfect shade of red lipstick, for every woman. To cut the chase short, I will tell you what goes best with every complexion. If you have dark skin, then plums, and deep reds, with brown or orange under tones look best. If you have yellow skin then, fire engine red looks best. Last but not least, if you have fair skin then poppy, cheery reds, with pink or blue undertones look the sexiest. Furthermore, consider your lip size when you pick your ideal shade of red lipstick. If you have thin lips choose a sheer and soft shade of red, as bold shades of red emphasize your lip size. Anything goes for lips like pillows.

Gywneth Paltrow once said, “Beauty, to me, is about being comfortable in your own skin. That, or a kick-ass red lipstick.”

Remember love, India is not France; so wearing bold red lipstick during the day, will make you look out of place. Instead, opt for softer shades of red when you are out about town.

How to put your kick-ass red lipstick on just like the middle-eastern women; like a pro.

Firstly, take an old toothbrush and rub your lips in a circular motion to get rid of dead skin, and increase circulation. Secondly, dot foundation on your lips. Then, dust your lips with loose powder. Additionally, take care while fill your lips in with a nude lip liner, to carefully cover your whole lip, as it helps prevent lipstick from wearing off. Afterward, use a lip brush to apply lipstick as it comes out neater. Starting from the middle fill in your lips with your impeccable, and charming shade of red lippy. Next, blot your lips with a soft tissue, and apply another layer of lippy. This helps your lipstick stay on longer.

I believe that you should always invest money in your make-up as it completes your look. I love the red lipsticks by Estee Lauder especially the Estee Lauder Hydra Lustre lipstick in Spanish Red, and the Long Lasting lipstick in Classic Red. I also adore the Chanel Rouge Hydrabase Creme in Fire.

So grab your red lippy, and apply it neatly of course, you seductive minx.