The Perfect Holiday Red Lip

With the Christmas holiday next week, it’s safe to say that the biggest makeup trend on everyone’s mind is a bold red lip.  If you’ve followed my blog, or watched any of my videos before, you know I’m not always the most daring when it comes to lip color. But this year, I think I’m going to give a bold lip a whirl on the 25^th.  Here are some of my top picks for lip colors this year- both from my personal collection, and taken from others, in all price ranges.

Urban Decay, Revolution Lipstick in F-Bomb

This is described as a ‘classic red’ color.  I purchased this color after my makeover (which you receive when you bump up to a VIB level at Sephora), and it works really well for any classic sort of pin-up look, especially with a winged-out liner.  I pair this lipstick with Urban Decay’s lip liner in the shade “69.”  The lip color overall is super creamy and is easy to apply.  Me being me, I am paranoid about getting it on my teeth while wearing it and it bleeding out onto my face, but I have never had any issues.

Hourglass, Femme Rouge Velvet Crème Lipstick in Icon

This is definitely the priciest item on this list, but it is an absolutely beautiful color (and an item on my own personal lust list).  There is also a gloss that Hourglass makes in the same color that can be layered over for an even more intense look.  This is a deep cherry red, and was extremely popular with YouTube beauty gurus last December, and has now made its way back into the blogs.  Definitely something worth swatching if you are in a Sephora.

Wet n Wild, Lipstick in 910D/Red Velvet

This is probably the best “cheap” lip option that I have ever come across.  I did not have any sort of high hopes or expectations for this product when I bought it, but it is beyond any hopes and dreams that I could possibly have for it.  I do suggest wearing some sort of lip balm underneath it and exfoliating your lips prior to using it, as it can show dryness on the lips.  But, considering the price tag, it is well worth it!

Maybelline, The Elixir Gloss in Signature Scarlet

This is a great way to wear a red gloss and get a ‘less intense boldness,’ or a great option for layering products.  This entire line of products is great-there are so many bright, vibrant colors and the formulation is super wearable.

What type of lip look will you be rocking this season?  Let me know in the comments below, or tweet me/tag me in your Instagram photos!

Until Next Time, Happy Reading!

Allison