Radiant in Red
First for Women|December 16, 2024
3 steps to wearing the bold hue at any age
AMBER KATZ
Radiant in Red

NOTHING SCREAMS holidays like adding a pop of color to your lips with red lipstickand it's also a great way to brighten up your complexion, especially for women over 40, says New York City-based makeup artist Ashleigh Ciucci. Even better? The rich shade gives thinner lips more dimension, so they appear plumper. But there is a bit of a learning curve when it comes to red lipstick, such as discovering your best shade, perfecting the makeup you pair it with and figuring out how to make the color last. Here, everything you need to know about rocking the red-hot lip color.

1. Select your most flattering red shade

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