So many red lipsticks, so little time! Change up the way you wear your favorite reds with these celeb-approved techniques that are easy to pull off on your own—no need for a glam squad. P.S. You might want to stock up on Amorfia’s latest lipsticks, too. (We now have ColourPop, BTW!)

1. Blot away.

Blot excess product on a tissue to sport a vampy red lip minus the heavily-made up feel.

 

 

 

 

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Try: ColourPop Ultra Matte Lipstick in Avenue, P475

2. Go for soft edges.

Bring Audrey Hepburn’s signature red lip to the 2010s by blurring the edges of your lips with either a brush or your fingers. 

 

 

 

 

 

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Try: BYS Luxe Lips Ultra Matte Lipstick in Idolise, P399 

3. Use a blue-based lippie.

Taking photos? Pick a matte red with blue undertones to brighten your smile. Applying it precisely over your lip line (use a lip pencil to guide you) will also give you a more polished look.

 

 

 

 

 

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Try: LASplash Wickedly Divine Liquid Lipstick – Queen of Hearts, P699

4. Get glossy.

A sheer, glossy red is the most fuss-free choice for a fresh everyday look. Cop it with either a tinted balm or your favorite tint and gloss combo!

 

 

 

 

 

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Try: BYS Glitter Lipgloss – 05 Sun 1Ml, P399

5. Pair it with flushed cheeks.

Blend a red all-over tint on both your cheeks and lips to recreate a vacation flush in a flash.

 

 

 

 

 

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Try: Lustrous Lip and Cheek Tint Venetian, P399

6. Pat, pat, pat.

When in a pinch, lightly pat your rouge over your lips like a stain to add a quick pop of color.

 

 

 

 

 

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Try: ColourPop Crème Lux Lipstick in Liquid Courage, P500

7. Make the color pop.

Make that red pop by pairing it with an all-black outfit—the brighter the shade, the more it’ll stand out!

 

 

 

 

 

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Try: POP Studio Hits 01 – Matte Lipstick & Lip Balm, P249

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