With national proclaim-your-love day around the corner, you're probably already thinking about the perfect makeup look for your romantic Valentine's date. We all know that a red or pink lip is essential for a hot date, but finding the exact shade of red or pink that looks best on you can be stressful. Do you opt for the bright Marilyn Monroe red, a more subdued nude pink or go for a Barbie-inspired hot pink? Too. Many. Choices. To make your trip to the makeup counter full of fun instead of panic, we spoke with Gillian Okopny, NARS National Lead Artist, on how to choose the perfect pink and red lipstick shade just for you. With these six lipstick commandments, we promise you'll have a full red and pink lipstick wardrobe rotation in no time!
Tip #3: For pink lipstick, look for shades that mimic your natural lip colour
The hunt for the perfect pink seems to be neverending for most, but it really be quite simple! Look at the natural colour of your own lip and find something as close to it as possible going up or down a shade. When selecting a lip colour, it’s always best to pull from colours already present within your skin.
Try it: Covergirl Colorliscious Lipstick in Sweetheart Blush, $11 (available at mass drugstores nationwide) and The Face Shop Ink Liquid in Shah Pink, $25
