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Pout of this world By Lisa Haynes
If there's one time of the year when nude lipsticks need to go into hibernation, it's now. With party nights approaching and the trend for power lips making their mark on catwalks, 'tis officially the season for eye-popping mouths. But this isn't about scary neons or chalky pastels.
Rather, the look is glossy, glamorous lips in opulent, grown-up colours like crimson, ruby, blackberry and magenta. "Lipstick is one of the simplest make-up steps and a great way to instantly change your look," explains Bobbi Brown, currently marking her 20 years in make-up with an Anniversary Lip Palette. "Choose a shade that makes you feel your most beautiful." Follow our three stages to the perfect smile...
Step one: Be prepared Before you start the search for your knockout statement shade, your lips need to be in good nick - a tough call for those suffering with chapped winter lips. Max Factor's global creative director Pat McGrath says: "The secret to a polished and fabulous lipstick look is in smooth, well-moisturised lips." Look for those with skincare properties, such as Max Factor's new Colour Elixir Lipsticks or embark on a pout primping routine. "A dramatic lipstick will make any flakes and dryness lines more noticeable, so make sure to pamper
dry lips before application," Bobbi Brown advises. You don't have to invest in a special lip scrub either if you'd rather spend the cash on your new power
lippy. "One of my favourite tricks is to smooth eye cream onto lips, and then use a toothbrush or a washcloth to gently exfoliate them," Brown suggests. "Apply a little non-greasy lip balm afterward, and let it absorb before applying lipstick."
Step two: Shady lady Choosing the correct lip colour is no mean feat. We all want the kind of head-turning shade that will prompt people to ask if you've had a makeover. "The most important thing is to feel confident about the shade you've chosen. If you don't feel
comfortable in it, your self-consciousness will likely show," says Brown. The darker your lip tone, the deeper the shade you can pull off, she explains. Red statement lips are one of the hottest accessories of the season and you can't beat classic ruby for Christmas time. "If your lips are pale, a bright red lip is a great option," according to Brown. For mid-toned lips, forget the baby pinks and fuchsias until spring and look to jewel tone magentas
and raspberries, which make a real statement, especially when popping against black or navy outfits. Dark lips can handle deep red, raisin or berry shades, adds Brown, which is great for those in the mood for those on-trend berrylicious shades. While women with two-toned lips should opt for a deep plum, she adds.
Step three: Pump it up It's possible to add even more drama to an already powerful lip colour, say the experts. McGrath recommends adding a slick of gloss "for high-glamour shine and texture". The reflective element will really draw attention to your lips and make them look fuller. But just as over-accessorising can ruin an outfit, too
many make-up elements can detract from the main focus. Ensure your lips do all the talking by keeping them as the main feature.
New CID's international make-up
artist, Mikey Phillips, says: "When wearing lipstick you should always play down your eye make-up to ensure the look is well balanced. "Apply lipstick with a brush for longer wear, press the lips together to flatten out the colour and then re-apply for more depth of colour."
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