31 ways to wear a red lip as inspired by our favourite celebrities
Whether it's with Hollywood waves, dramatic eyes or clashing colours, there are endless ways to wear a red lip
A bold red lip can completely transform a makeup look and make you feel instantly put together. There are so many ways to wear a red lip, from a French-girl crimson shade to vibrant orange-toned hues and deeper reds for a vintage look.
The red lip dates back to 3500 B.C. when ancient Mesopotamia’s Queen Puab was said to have used a combination of crushed red rocks and lead to paint her lips as a symbol of power. And to this day a red lip is a bold and confident makeup look. "The power of a red lip is something that has been part of the beauty industry for years, from Hollywood starlets to the red lips representing victory during the 1940s," Carly Utting, Senior National Artist at MAC told us. "It’s often considered to be a representation of strength and classic beauty."
Carly also advised, "Don't underestimate the importance of a lip primer. This will ensure your lipstick stays all day and looks even and plump."
With a little help from the A-listers who have mastered red lipstick and leading UK makeup artists, these are the looks we'll be recreating ourselves.
Whether it's with Hollywood waves, dramatic eyes or clashing colours, there are endless ways to wear a red lip
