My Top 5 "Winter" Lippies

Following up on my tips to rocking bright lips post here I wanted to show you some of my favorite winter lip products. Of course what do I really know about the mythical season known as winter? *looks outside window to see 75 degree sunny weather* I'm currently sweating in a tshirt and jeans in LA. But who cares if it looks like it's time to go to the beach, I'm going to be proudly wearing my winter lippies!

So anyways from what I hear, "winter" lip colors traditionally include darker shades such as berries, plums, and reds. Now this sounds excellent to me because I cannot resist a bright/in-your-face lipstick. Most of my favorite winter lipsticks can be worn year round though.

Here are swatches of my favorites. Obviously because I am ridiculously obsessed with red lipstick I just had to include three.

Revlon Fire l/g, MAC Russian Red, Chanel Dragon, Revlon Raspberry Bite, WnW Sugar Plum Fairy

1. Revlon Colorburst Fire lipgloss 
I rarely wear lipglosses but this is a SUPER pigmented bright red gloss that verges into liquid lipstick territory. The pigmentation on this is similar to the Illamasqua intense lipglosses. In one swipe it is full impact red. The lip swatch looks rather odd because of the shininess. 

Revlon ColorBurst Fire lipgloss

Click past the jump to see pics of me wearing the rest of the lipsticks!

Tips for Rocking Bright Lips

I love wearing bright lips but I know most people are deathly afraid of bright lipsticks, so I wanted to give my tips for pulling off bold lips. There definitely was a learning curve for me but honestly I think everyone is able to wear bright lips, they just have to find the right shades and balance the rest of their makeup.

First, I had to get used to actually seeing myself wearing bright lips. If you have never really worn bright lips before it takes some getting used to so try wearing it around the house. Then try wearing it out, you'll be surprised by all of the compliments you get on it!

That leads to the number one key to rocking bright lipstick -- CONFIDENCE! And don't forget to smile :)

Now for some makeup tips to balancing red or bright lips (for beginners):

• Keep the rest of your look simple, but you'll need a full face to balance the lips
• Even, natural skin is really important -- use foundation to even out your skin and undereye concealer helps brighten up your face
•  Fill in your brows. It is SO essential to define the rest of your face to balance the strong lips. 
• Use a very natural/neutral blush. I LOVE Tarte Exposed for this, I also like a soft pink like Rock & Republic Call Me, and you could even use just bronzer to be extra safe (bronzer looks really good with red lipstick)
• Soft highlighting on tops of cheekbones, down the nose, and in the center of the forehead will make you glow. Don't go overboard though!
• Keep eye makeup simple -- I stick to a sheer wash of eyeshadow, black winged liner, and mascara
  
  

Continue reading to see more photos and the products I used!

Welcome to Victoria's Makeup Secrets!

I've been thinking about starting a blog for ages because I love sharing all of the makeup knowledge I've learned over the years. I first discovered makeup when I was 12 and quickly fell in love with makeup in high school. Now through trial and error and learning from others I have so many makeup tips and products that I'd love to share with you! I'll be posting application tips, my favorite and least favorite products, product reviews, my makeup stash (which has gotten a little larger than I would like :P), and makeup looks. To all you makeup lovers out there, enjoy!!

My makeup obsession for the past 3 months: red matte lipstick :)

One of my favorite reds, Wet n Wild Stoplight Red!