The steps to tone down red lipstick for an effortless beauty look
A bold red lipstick is the ultimate confidence boost. If you prefer minimal makeup though, or if you’d rather highlight other features of your face, red can be intimidating. The stylish French girls have the answer! Wear your red lip of choice in a dreamy, purposefully messy, blurred-edge way.
01. Apply red lipstick
Start by applying your favorite red lipstick like you normally do. Straight from the bullet or the applicator, with a lip brush or with your fingers. Focus on an even layer of color, but not too concentrated on the edges.
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PAT MCGRATH LABS LiquiLUST: Legendary Wear Matte Lipstick – Elson 4
02. Blot with a tissue
Red shades can be rich, but you aim for a softer, kissed-lip look. So, grab a tissue or a blotting paper, place it between your lips, and lightly press down. Repeat until all you’re left with is the color that has stained your lips.
03. Smudge with your finger
In the complete opposite way of a lip liner, use your finger to smudge the edges of your lips. Apply gentle pressure and work closely to the natural line of your pout. It may seem messy at first, but trust the process. You can always clean any mistakes with a q-tip.
