Beauty Sweep: Red Hot, Matte Finish
With Christie Somers
When it comes to a fresh face this fall, it’s all about matte and minimal. So put away your old gloss, bronzer and shimmer. Instead, dig up your mom’s lip stains, pencils, crayons and lipsticks. Think ’20s glam with a modern, sophisticated twist.
Say no to color when it comes to eyes and cheeks. This time around, you’ll want to keep your kisser at center stage by giving your skin a matte and neutral look with mineral makeup. I love the Bare Escentuals line. Or, if you’re like me and too lazy or simply not into face makeup, try lathering your skin with moisturizer and save the energy for your lips. To create the pouty, matte lips that we’re seeing all over fashion spreads like this sleek beauty from Allure Magazine, follow these simple steps:
1. Throw out the gloss. It’s so yesterday.
2. Find your favorite old lipstick, crayon, or pencil and go to town. My favorites are the Beautique Lip Crayons from Sally’s Beauty Supply. Seriously. They’re only $2 so you can afford multiple colors.
3. When choosing a color, my rule of thumb is neutral gold and pinks for day, and rich, vibrant reds to dress it up for night.
4. Did I mention red, red and little more red? It’s all about red lips. Just remember matte, not glossy.
Image via Allure Magazine “The Top 10 Fall Beauty Trends”
November 9th, 2009 at 7:40 pm
I’ve never tried those lip crayons, but if they’re good AND cheap I’m totally on board!
November 10th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
No joke. Thanks Christie. I love inside tips that I can trust. Especially when I have very little time these days. Making it easy on me makes all the difference!