Sealed with a Kiss
Get your lips in gorgeous, kissable shape on the go. We've got the secrets to creating the perfect pout, thanks to celebrity makeup artist Kimberley Bosso.
Laura Geller Lip Strip
PRIME THE CANVAS
"In the winter season lips have a tendency to chap and turn dry," Bosso cautions. Lipstick — especially bold shades — looks best when applied to smooth, supple lips, so exfoliate and apply a moisturizing balm before adding color.
Laura Geller Lip Strip
This yummy mint concoction moisturizes while it exfoliates and feels soothingly cool on lips. $19. laurageller.com
Dior Crème de Rose Smoothing Plumping Lip Balm
A luxurious balm that does it all — conditions, protects with SPF 10 and plumps lips to their fullest. Plus, the light rose fragrance is lovely. $26. dior.com
PICK YOUR COLOR
"Most women think of red lips on Valentine's Day. It's a beautiful, classic color, but I also think deep mauves, rich plums and vibrant pinks are fun and flirty," says Bosso. For of-the-moment appeal, choose a bright shade in a matte finish. Or just go with one of our Valentine's worthy, destination inspired picks.
THE DATE: A book release party in Pittsburgh
THE SHADE: Mally Beauty Lip Illusion Lip Magnifier in Nudy
One end is a sexy, flattering nude and the other is a highlighter that leaves lips looking fuller. $25. www.mallybeauty.com
THE DATE: Cocktails in LA
THE SHADE: Topshop Lips in Brighton Rock
A full-on vibrant pink that's more grown up than bubble gum hues. $16. www.topshop.com
THE DATE: A show in Branson, MO
THE SHADE: Bite High Pigment Matte Pencil in Grapevine
A velvety fuchsia that's part rock 'n' roll, part sweet Southern belle. $24. www.sephora.com
THE DATE: An indie film in Seattle
THE SHADE: Anastasia HydraFull Gloss in Sangria
A shimmering berry that looks a bit like your own lips, only sexier and enticingly glossy. $21. www.anastasia.net
THE DATE: A cozy restaurant in Brooklyn
THE SHADE: Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Ultra Lipstick in Rouge
A bright cherry red that's both classic and on-trend, especially paired with mineral makeup.
$22.50 elizabetharden.com
3 STEPS TO LUSCIOUS LIPS
Bonus: start with a lip primer to keep lipstick from bleeding. Next, choose a lip liner that's sharpened to a fine point, and fill in lips for added staying power. Apply! "For a rich and creamy finish, choose a moisturizing formula," Bosso advises.
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