YES: For a wild, sensual vibe, skip the lip liner. It's simpler than you think—just choose a glossy, moisturizing lipstick and apply it along your natural lip line.
YES: Use a lip brush to pick up the right amount of lipstick, then apply from the corners toward the center. For a more natural finish, gently press the color in with your fingertips.
NO: For a youthful eye look, eyeliner should be thin but dark, applied close to the lash line. Apply mascara generously—one coat, let it dry, then add another for long, curled lashes.
NO: Red lips are the absolute focal point of the face. Both eyes and blush should be toned down. Eyes can be done very naturally, emphasizing lashes and eyeliner, but crucially, avoid using multiple colors on the eye area.
Nina Dobrev
This Issue's Biweekly Look-Alike Champion
Nina Dobrev
Keywords: Red Lips, Voluminous Lashes
Steps:
Step 1: Draw a simple black eyeliner line, then lightly sweep some peach-toned eyeshadow onto the eyelid.
Step 2: Swirl the mascara wand thoroughly in the tube before applying. Use a zigzag motion to prevent clumping.
Step 3: For a red lip look without lip liner, avoid applying beyond the lip line. After applying lipstick, use a cotton swab or lip brush to refine the shape.
Step 4: Apply lip gloss to the center of the lips, lightly dab on some lip gloss, then gently blend outward. Never apply it all over the lips—the result would be disastrous.
Harmoniously paired with soft pink shades, it blends perfectly onto the lips. It defines an impeccable lip contour, allowing for layered color application to create a refined lip shape for beauties.