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when is it ok to wear red lipstick? i love it but sometimes i feel like it's a bit too much for everyday wear.

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Asked by Anonymous

As someone who often rocks a red lip for everyday wear, there are a few ways of making this decidedly bold makeup look particularly daytime appropriate. The key here is not to war with the makeup for attention; think of it like any other bold accessory piece, and respond accordingly both by nixing all but basic coverage eye makeup and a bit of mascara and by opting for a simpler, less color-bomb-y outfit to keep the vibe classic and classy. (Hint: crisp whites and neutrals are particularly good here.) Finally, try to stay away from high gloss shine reds, which can look more nighttime ready. If your cream-based lipstick is looking a bit too glossy, dab a bit of pressed powder on your lips to tone down the shine and make things more matte. Finally, if you’re going for an all day red lip, remember to maximize its lip adhesiveness from the beginning and reapply as the day goes on. Start with a red lipliner to get a crisp outer line, then layer red by applying, blotting with a tissue or paper, then applying again until you’ve built a fairly immovable color.