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No more feathering or flaky matte formulas.
There’s more than one reason why womenlove lipstick.
Credit: Getty Images/Tara Moore
First, nothing makes a statement like walking into a room swiped in a bold red.
However, when it comes to lipstick-wearing endeavors, there are many scenarios to consider.
For example, our lips start to lose collagen as we get older.
Picking the Wrong Formula
Long-wear is your new best friend.
But first, know that long-wear and matte are very, very different things.
Sometimes, it’s truesort of.
Instead go with a velvet, cream, or soft matte finish that also boasts hydrating ingredients.
Exfoliate and moisturize your lips before applying any color.
Skipping Lineror Primer!
Two words you never want to associate with lipstick: bleeding and smudging.
That’s where lip liner or lip primer come in handy.
This also helps to keep the product from seeping into corners or fine lines.
For an easy everyday fix, find a long-lasting lip liner that is close to your natural lip color.
(For a special occasion, consider matching your lip liner to your lipstick shade.)
Doing Too Much at Once
Granted: Usually, this is not a bad thing.
For instance, when you’re dressing a baked potato.
Instead, pick one feature to enhance and commit to it.
This rule applies to all ages!
If doing a red lip, consider keeping eye makeup minimal and natural.
If doing a neutral lip, feel free to pump up the mascara.
The moral of the story?
You’ve basically got permission to go out and buy at least two new lip shades.
