Top 5 Bold and Bright Lipsticks
I am such a lipstick fanatic and it’s even getting a bit out of control. I have a weakness for lipsticks, especially for the bold and bright colored ones. When it comes to my eye makeup, I pretty much stay minimalistic, just some eyeliner and mascara and I’m set. Though my makeup is very simple, I do go all the way with lip colors. I like how a lipstick color can simply change up the whole look; you can either go sweet and soft or bold and bright.
As a lipstick fanatic, I have certainly tried and used quite a few lippies over the years. And I have to say I do have very sensitive lips, they tend to peel or dry out quickly, so I am very picky with my lipsticks. For today I have narrowed down my top 5 bold and bright, favorite lip colors.
1. Maybelline Color Sensational – Pink Punch
For the ones who are feeling a bit hesitant about the bold red and purple color trend, this one here could be a great alternative for you. The very pigmented Pink Punch has a bright fuchsia color that goes on very smooth. This lipstick contains nourishing honey extract and vitamin E for hydrated and soft lips. What I really like about this lipstick is it’s very long-wear and the most important; it doesn’t dry out my lips.
2. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream – Amsterdam
This timeless red color by NYX feels very silky smooth on the lips and sets to a matte finish. Due to the dove-foot applicator it’s very easy to apply. Unfortunately this one here does not have the long-wear as the other four I mentioned, but because of its color and the finish of this lip cream, I can deal with it. Besides all of that, this lip cream has a very pleasant vanilla scent to it, which I really like.
3. M.A.C. – Ruby Woo
This famous lip color by M.A.C. is a very bright red color. Every time when I put this lipstick on I feel very sophisticated and sexy. It’s powerful what a lip color can do to someone’s confidence and attitude. This lipstick is very long-wear; once you have applied it, it won’t move. I do recommend moisturizing the lips before hand to get a smoother application, because this lipstick is a very matte lipstick, which means it’s pretty dry, but nonetheless it’s a gorgeous red color.
4. Lancôme L’absolu Velours – 493 Velours de Carmin
Whenever I like to add some attitude to my look I always tend to wear some bolder and darker lip colors. This interesting lip-gloss by Lancôme has a velvet finish to it. The formula of this product has a combination of matte powders and a glossy gel, which result to a beautiful clear matte finish. If you prefer a more matte finish, like me, you can always blot the lips with a tissue to take away the glossy effect. This lip-gloss is very long-wear and tends to stain the lips, so it doesn’t ask much for a reapplication.
5. Dior – Hypnotic Red
By looking at the color of this bullet, this lipstick looks more intimidating than it actually is. This lipstick has a very appealing purple plum color. I always blot my lips with a tissue after applying this lipstick for that more subtle plum color, but if you want a darker and deeper color, I suggest to use a dark colored lip pencil before using the lipstick to get a better result. Just like some of the other ones, this lipstick feels very moisturizing.
Guys, here you have it, my top 5 bold and bright lipsticks! I hope you can get something out of the mentioned products and find your playful lipstick. Remember, makeup is just like fashion; you’ve got to have fun with it.
Photos by Marco Law
Nice colours!
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