I have to admit—my makeup routine has been pretty dismal these last few weeks. Why? I’ve been so caught up testing new products for my skin that I realized the last time I posted a makeup review was February. That, and this past weekend was the first time I put on foundation in about two weeks. But my lips say otherwise.
I love wearing bright lipsticks (yes, lipstick > lipgloss). My lipstick color choices are always rich in bold, vibrant hues and these shades from Scorch Makeup, a new brand I recently discovered, is right up my alley.
After hosting a massive beauty sale for my co-workers at my full-time job, I still find myself sifting through containers filled to the brim with products I haven’t tried (or forgot about). That was precisely the case last weekend when I randomly drew my Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Fiore. The best decision I made all weekend was painting my pout with this opaque hot pink hue. It saturates lips instantly without the drying effect or smudge-factor associated with most lipsticks. It’s infused with vitamin E and avocado oil to keep lips soft and hydrated—a must when it comes to facing cold temperatures. I’ll be stashing this in my purse on Thanksgiving because it lasted all day, only requiring one minor touch-up.
In celebration of National Lipstick Day, I decided to pay homage with a round up of the best lipsticks for every season. Lipstick may seem like frivolous purchase but just a hint of color can add instant glamour to any look. Personally, lipstick is my go-to purchase when I’ve had a bad day. Whether you’re at a department store or in the drugstore, just remember: Life is short. Buy the lipstick!
NARS Lipstick in Heat Wave is a semi matte orange red and perhaps the only lipstick I opt for in the summer. It’s bright, fun and lasts for hours.
NARS Lipstick in Jungle Red is a timeless red lipstick but you’ll usually only catch me wearing it in the fall. To be honest, I don’t usually like including two products of the same brand but I’d be lying to myself if I picked any other red lipstick other than this. NARS kills it in the lip department.
During the winter holidays, I love to experiment with darker lip shades. Lipstick Queen in Wine Metal is an intense rich berry with a satin-metallic finish. I wore it to my cousin’s wedding last December and remember getting so many compliments!
As much as I love summer, a tinted balm hardly makes a beauty statement compared to a rich, full-bodied lipstick in the fall. Check out my post on Glitter Guide, featuring the hottest fall trends and the best fall lipstick shades.
These picks are tried and true and I did my best to include of a variety of price points. I’d love to hear what you think!
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