How to Wear Hot Pink Lipstick

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   Hot pink lips have been a growing beauty trend lately (seen on the catwalks & among the celebrity set) & they only seem to be increasing in popularity this summer.

   But as with all daring beauty looks seen on the runways, it may seem like this isn't a look that's suitable for everyday wear. However, if you take the right steps, I think it's absolutely possible to rock hot pink lips without looking completely over-the-top!! Want to learn how?? Read on!!

   8 Tips for Wearing Hot Pink Lips:

   Such a vibrant lip color can be pretty difficult to pull off, but if you're bold enough to take the plunge, here're a few things to keep in mind:

   1. Stick with white or black for your eyes!!! When you're wearing hot pink lips, stick with a white, beige or black eye shadow for your eyes.

   2. Keep your skin warm. Please don't allow your face to look pale with hot pink lips!!! I've seen this happen a bit too often with women of all shades.

   3. Skip the blush.

   4. A hot pink lipstick with a non-glossy finish is a great color accent when you're heading out for a glamorous evening on the town.

   5. Remember the important thing is balance, balance, balance. You can do a light eye, bold lip or even a balanced bold lip with a bold eye, but keep the rest of the face clean.

   6. If you decide to do the bold eye/ bold lip combination keep the eye makeup simple, maybe just some eyeliner smudged around or a simple smokey eye. Don't try to match your lipstick & eye shadow!!

   7. Skip the lip liner pencil & apply bright pink lipstick with a precision lip brush or even your finger. You don't want the look to appear too harsh. Forgoing lip liner will give your lips a more youthful appearance & if you want to enlarge the look of your lips, apply a bit of dewy gloss in the center of your lower lip!!

   8. Apply the color to the back of your hand before applying it to your lips with a lip brush. You'll achieve a subtler effect!!

   Hot Pink Lipstick Picks

   If you think this is a look you'd like to try out, think about selecting one of these shocking shades:

Top: Lancome Rouge in Love in Midnight Rose, MAC Girl About Town, MAC Hollywood Nights, MAC Impassioned, Bottom: MAC Lickable, MAC Lovelorn, MAC Lustering, MAC Pink Nouveau, Revlon Cherries in the Snow

   Is this a trend you're willing to embrace or do you think this look is too 'out there' to be worn in day-to-day life? If you've already tried this look out, how did you wear it? Any colors you personally recommend? Do you prefer a hotter, bolder, fuchsia-like pink or is a softer bubblegum Barbie pink more your style?? Let me know!!

Challenge: Have fun With Makeup

   I don't know about y'all, but I tend to do the same things over & over with my makeup; every day it's lip gloss, eyeshadow & mascara & if I'm feeling fancy I'll throw on a little eyeliner. Where's the fun in that???

   Doing something unique with your makeup is an easy way to change the feel of your overall look: it can make a basic ensemble look quirky or a casual outfit feel fancy!! Before we're all bogged down with term papers & studying for finals, why not have a little fun with your face & bask in looks of admiration you're certain to receive??

   Ready to take on the challenge?? Read on for ideas on fun ways to play with makeup!!

   Fun Makeup Ideas

   Give Turquoise Nail Polish a go

   It might seem weird at first, but turquoise nail polish can look absolutely amazing with any casual outfit. Try light colors if you just want to test the waters, light blue for fair skin, teal on medium toned skin & turquoise for darker skin tones.

   Consider Super Bright Lips

   Celebrities such as Katy Perry, Nicki Minaj & Rihanna have been rocking bright pink lips lately & I think they're a perfect way to welcome in warm weather!! Keep the rest of your makeup simple to keep the focus on your pout.

   Try Hazy Purple Eyeshadow

   Purple eyeshadow looks amazing on olive & darker complected skin & can be a less harsh color to build the perfect smokey eye with. Lavender hues look great with brown eyes & deep purple looks amazing on green eyed girls. Really fair girls should try lilac tones.

   Rocked the Challenge?? Send me Your Photos!!

   Did you do something daring & fun with your makeup this week?? Take a few snapshots & send them to glossandmagic AT gmail.com along with your name, age, some tips & tricks you might have for rocking your look & the URL of your blog if you've one. I'll feature photos here to inspire other G&M readers!

   Do you stick to a 'makeup uniform' or do you like to change it up every day?? Do you wear makeup every day or just for special occasions?? What is the 1 product you can't live without??? What're some unusual or daring things you like to try with your makeup???