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6 Hair and Makeup Statement Looks for 2013

A bold red lip and ombré hair color were huge last year. What's poised to become the hottest trend for 2013?

by Sarah Carrillo

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Lavender lips Spring is always a great time to try a bright lip, and there will be plenty of women wearing corals and pinks, says MAC Cosmetics Senior Artist Christopher Del Castillo. But he suggests going a slightly different route and trying a lavender lip.

"Lavender in general, on eyes and lips, can be worn by anyone, even on women with skin tones who wouldn't normally use it," he says. "It's sort of one of those overlooked colors when it comes to neutrals."

If you have fairer skin, Del Castillo suggests starting with a neutral lipliner (close to your natural lip shade) and then layering a lavender lipstick on top, like MAC Viva Glam Nicki 2 Lipstick, $15. "It makes it look a littler cooler -- more plum-like and wearable," he says.

If you have a darker skin tone, start with a magenta or plum lipliner before applying lavender lipstick for a bolder look, Del Castillo says.

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Love these tips

by Mollysunshine Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 01:31AM Report as inappropriate

I want to see more of the lavender lips...and I am SO over the bangs fad. I think that if your name is not Zoey Deschanel, stay FAR away from straight cut bangs, because she is pretty much the only human being alive who can pull them off properly.

by hanana Thursday, March 14, 2013 at 08:28AM Report as inappropriate

Not really interested in many of these styles. Though, I liked the red hair. And I wish I could get a more contoured look.

by Chica181 Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 08:31PM Report as inappropriate

Fun, fresh list! I already have red hair, but I have been dying to play with the color a little. Lighter shades don't work with my coloring, but I may try some highlights or go with a darker auburn shade (yes, for spring--who cares?).

by tallredamanda Monday, March 11, 2013 at 05:54AM Report as inappropriate

Not so much on any of the looks described here, except flawless skin. Too bad there were no product suggestions.

by valerie_d_aguilar_e Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 08:58AM Report as inappropriate

I'm inspired to work on the flawless, contoured skin. And I'm tempted to try lavender lipstick...

by purple9a Friday, March 1, 2013 at 07:05PM Report as inappropriate

I'm gonna try lavender lips!

by robyne00 Friday, February 22, 2013 at 05:36PM Report as inappropriate

The lavender lips is almost as bad as the orange ones. I am really into the bold eyeshadows and think contouring is a must, not really a trend.

by Alana_Danes Friday, February 22, 2013 at 04:07PM Report as inappropriate

Not fond of lavender lips but I love red hair. The flawless skin tips this year have helped in making me appear younger.

by Chica181 Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 06:06PM Report as inappropriate

not too crazy about these trends, i do love contouring and vintage inspired hair!

by rayshaviolet Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at 12:11PM Report as inappropriate