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Lipstick Shades

The right shade of lipstick helps to improve the beauty of any face in a few minutes. The lipstick shade that you choose should enhance yours skins tone and your lip color. If the shade of your lipstick mismatches then all your attempts of applying lipstick perfectly are of no use. The right lipstick shade adds to the appearance and reflects in your personality.

If you too find it difficult to choose the perfect lipstick shade, then read on the steps given below to know how to choose the shade.

Test your lipstick shade
Do not use a test lipstick on your lips, as this can be quite unhygienic. Few women have a habit of testing lipstick shade on the back of their hand. This can mislead you and you might end up buying a shade that is not perfect for you. The best way to test your lipstick color is to test it on your fingertips. It is also important to test your lipstick shade in the bright light or natural sunlight so that you will not mistake one shade for another.

Lipstick shade for fair skin
If you have a combination of fair skin and light hair, then select the lighter shades of pink, orange, peach and beige. Pick up shades of deep pink and caramel if you have fair skin and dark hair, which complements the combination. Any lipstick shade can go with medium skin and hair tone but it is preferable to go for lighter shades, which adds richness to the skin.

Lipstick shade for dark skin
If you have a dark skin then select plum or wine lipstick as it complements the skin.. Pick up red and light brown shades, if you have an olive skin tone. If you have dark skin tone, then keep away from bright reds and pinks, instead use medium and dull shades. Shades of blackberry, caramels and purples are suitable for the dusky skin tone.

Tips for applying lipstick
After you choose the perfect lipstick shade it is important to apply the lipstick in perfect way. Following are the tips to apply lipstick:

• During daytime use lighter shades
• If you are going for a party in the evening then go for darker shades.
• Shape your lips with a lip liner that matches your lipstick shade
• Create a shade by mixing more than one shade of lipsticks
• Before applying lipstick apply foundation as a base

The lipstick color that is perfect for you will look great even if you do not wear any other make-up.