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Editors' Picks: 12 Best LipsticksDon't pucker up until you've tried these lip makeup gems from Lancome, Clinique, CoverGirl and more |
Though your lips only occupy a small area of real estate on your face, they can succinctly communicate the woman you want to be at any given moment: The mysterious chick, the girl next door, the sexy siren, you name it. Well, that's if you paint them with the right lip makeup. We here at Total Beauty understand how important it is to wear the right lipstick (shade, texture, formula), and the difficulty that comes with the hunt. That's why we took on the grueling (note the sarcasm) task of trying and testing the newest lip colors on the shelves and counters to bring you the crème de la crème of lip makeup today.
See the editors' best lipstick finds now.
We know that lipstick shades are subjective (and specifically tailored to certain skin tones, hair colors, personality types, etc.), so when testing and judging these lip colors, we focused on the brilliance of their pigments, the smoothness of their application, their longevity, and, of course, their scents (this is a bit odd, but if you don't want your lips to smell like roses or grandma, you better sniff that stick before you buy). Basically, we touched on all of the characteristics we find important in a lip color and weeded out any products that didn't live up to expectations. In the end we wound up with these 12 superstars.
Once you've found the perfect lip makeup for you, follow these tips to avoid making any lip color faux pas:
• Use a lip scrub to slough off dead skin cells so you have a smooth canvas for color. This is especially important to do before wearing bold or dark shades.
• Wipe off any lip balm or moisture that might be on your lips before applying color so it doesn't slip off.
• When using red or bold colors, always use a nude lip liner, or one that exactly matches the color you're applying, to prevent it from bleeding.
• After color application, blot your lips on a tissue then dust loose powder around your mouth to help ensure long-lasting color.
• After applying a bold hue, stick your index finger in your mouth and pull it out while your lips are puckered around it. This will prevent color from transferring onto your teeth.
OK, what are you waiting for? See the editors' best lipstick finds now.
Image via Imaxtree
SEE NEXT PAGE: Bobbi Brown Rich Lip Color SPF 12, $25
See the editors' best lipstick finds now.
We know that lipstick shades are subjective (and specifically tailored to certain skin tones, hair colors, personality types, etc.), so when testing and judging these lip colors, we focused on the brilliance of their pigments, the smoothness of their application, their longevity, and, of course, their scents (this is a bit odd, but if you don't want your lips to smell like roses or grandma, you better sniff that stick before you buy). Basically, we touched on all of the characteristics we find important in a lip color and weeded out any products that didn't live up to expectations. In the end we wound up with these 12 superstars.
Once you've found the perfect lip makeup for you, follow these tips to avoid making any lip color faux pas:
• Use a lip scrub to slough off dead skin cells so you have a smooth canvas for color. This is especially important to do before wearing bold or dark shades.
• Wipe off any lip balm or moisture that might be on your lips before applying color so it doesn't slip off.
• When using red or bold colors, always use a nude lip liner, or one that exactly matches the color you're applying, to prevent it from bleeding.
• After color application, blot your lips on a tissue then dust loose powder around your mouth to help ensure long-lasting color.
• After applying a bold hue, stick your index finger in your mouth and pull it out while your lips are puckered around it. This will prevent color from transferring onto your teeth.
OK, what are you waiting for? See the editors' best lipstick finds now.
Image via Imaxtree
SEE NEXT PAGE: Bobbi Brown Rich Lip Color SPF 12, $25
Older comments
Some great colors and brands in there!
by GigiSD Friday, April 12, 2013 at 09:58PM Report as inappropriate
clinique has now chubby sticks for eyes, too. looking forward to test them
by AstridB Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at 03:15AM Report as inappropriate
Great
by Mollysunshine Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 02:30AM Report as inappropriate
Thanks for the guide. I'm a big fan of the CoverGirl Lipperfections.
by Alana_Danes Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 03:41PM Report as inappropriate
so helpful
by angel_golz Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 06:54PM Report as inappropriate
I have a lot of new lipsticks to try! thanks
by rayshaviolet Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 11:32AM Report as inappropriate
Very surprised that Lipstick Queen was not on the list. Most other lists always includes them because of their pigment. I was intrigued by Jouer.
by Sari Thursday, January 3, 2013 at 11:10PM Report as inappropriate
Nice
by EricaC123 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 07:20AM Report as inappropriate
I want to try most of these. I can't help it, lipstick is my weakness.
by NillaButterfly Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 06:53PM Report as inappropriate
mac is great but i really want to try bobbi brown lipstick
by jenni84 Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 05:31PM Report as inappropriate