If I could only pick one shade of lipstick to wear for my whole life, there is no doubt in my mind that I’d always choose matte red lipstick. Now while some may agree with me in an instant – others may find themselves wondering as to why. That’s why we compiled these 10 reasons as to why matte red is the best shade of lipstick.
When it comes to wearing lipstick the last thing you want is to be stuck with a color that you’re not happy with; this not only serves as a waste of money – but hinders your confidence in the process. Fortunately, matte red is classy – not clownish – allowing you to step out at your very best, instead of the exact opposite.
Shouldn’t you be able to wear a sexy color with almost anything? Well, this particular shade allows you to do so – since it can be paired with a wide range of items. In fact, black is matte red’s partner in crime; that’s why the two go together perfectly – with little disagreement. In other words, you won’t have to waste money on purchasing enough outfit – but can use something that you already have – out of your own wardrobe – to compliment your look.
It doesn’t have to only be fall, winter, spring, or summer in order for you to wear matte red lipstick; in other words, it’s great for any and every season – but even more so against a snow-white backdrop. For example, you can sport it on a bright sandy beach with a pair of sunglasses – or in the dead of winter with a trendy turtleneck; no matter what you decide – it will still serve as the perfect color all the same.
One thing I love about matte red is how it looks once its finished drying; it doesn’t gloss over like others do – such as Wet n’ Wild – but houses a dry look. That’s what makes it so effective in staying on throughout the course of the day – and/or night. Not only that, but you’ll find that if you invest in the right brand it won’t let you down – despite meals and countless drinks.
Do you have a wedding, dinner – or something similar – to attend? If so then matte red practically serves as the cover art for all things formal – and can livin’ up any look. In other words, this saves you the trouble of having to go all out so that you can even go as far as wearing something simple. Oftentimes a simple look can still, make a statement – especially when a red lippie’s involved.
Other colors don’t look as good faded as matte red does; in other words, you don’t have to worry if you forget to bring your lipstick with you. In fact, there have been plenty of times where I’ve failed to grab mine – but even so it’s rarely affected me. After all, one thing us girls can agree on is this; “No one likes a faded inner lip.” That can pose as your worst nightmare – especially when you are out and about.
You finish brushing up your eyelids with your favorite shadow – and a side of winged eyeliner – only to be met with the problem of not knowing what to do next. The lipstick options are endless – causing you to feel overwhelmed by all that you have to choose from. Fortunately, you don’t have to put on a coat of matte red before working around it; in fact, you can do the exact opposite – because this shade will easily work around you.
Investing in the right lipstick can make all the difference; while some wear it in order to draw attention to themselves – and/or to boost their confidence- others use it as a form of hydration. Believe it or not, there are certain brands that specialize in this – by allowing the shade that you’ve chosen to not just look good, but feel good; after all, the last thing that you want is for your lips to dry out and become cracked. Although lipstick has a bad rep of making this happen – the right one can actually help your lips instead of harming them.
Some people favor a particular shade of eyeshadow because of the way it makes them look, the attention that it draws to the color of their eyes, and several other reasons; the same goes for lipstick since it adds more definition to one’s lips as a whole. In other words, matte red can accentuate anyone’s lip shape – no matter whether their lips are slender, full, small, or big.
If you’re looking for something a little bolder than matte red will almost always be your go-to; the best part about it is that anyone can pull it off – and when you see one of your fellow girls sporting it – you can’t help but to throw her a shoutout/compliment. She will appreciate the color just as much as you do – because there is honestly not a color in this world that will make you feel as bold, and as beautiful, as matte red.
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