What's New Wednesday: Red Lips

Lately I have been wanting to wear lipstick, specifically red. I have no idea what brought this on, especially since I barely like to use make-up or style my hair! But alas, I'm embracing this new method of expressing myself. After selecting a few colors I realized there is a science to matching your lipstick/gloss to your skin tone. So, I did a little research. Luckily, Lauren Conrad offered some great advice!

 

Disclaimer: the skin tone guide and verbiage is borrowed from LaurenConrad.com.

Fair Skin Tones
If you have a peaches and cream complexion, here’s what you need to know:

• For pink undertones, opt for coral reds since they are not so overpowering. Matte reds with a hint of orange look great too.
• For yellow undertones, go with a coral or brick red that is a bit warmer.

Medium + Bronze Skin Tones
For those of you with more olive or golden skin, here’s what works best for you:

• Lucky you! Most shades will work with your coloring… Go crazy!
• True reds, cranberry shades, and pink-based reds look especially lovely with your coloring.

Dark Skin Tones
If you have a deeper complexion, with cool undertones, here’s what you need to know:

• Blue-based reds and cool shades will look best with your rich coloring—think fig, dark cherry, and dark jam.  
• Stay away from anything too bright, otherwise it will look harsh.

If you have any extra pointers, please sound off below! Also, if you have a favorite brand and color that works well with your skin tone, be sure to share that too.