Favorites: Red Lipstick

Pink may be my favorite color, but when it comes to lipstick red is my go to hue. I'm usually wearing red lipstick about 90% of the time...and even that isn't nearly enough. Since I often get asked what shade of lipstick I'm wearing, I thought it would be fun to put together my current five favorite lip colors that are in my makeup bag. What I love about all of these is how long they last. Long lasting red lipstick is super important to me! I don't want to be applying it every few hours.

Russian Red (matte) by Mac

To me this color is the purest red I have found. When you think red lips, you think Russian Red!

Audacious Lipstick by Nars in Rita

This is a brighter red with a slight orange tint to it. It instantly brightens up my face when I wear it.

Rouge Cream Lipstick by Sephora Collection in Passion Red

This shade of red is leaning a little more to the violet and berry end of the spectrum. I wear this for a more dramatic and sultry look.

Revlon's Colorburst Balm Stain in Romantic

This feels like a gloss, but holds up like a stain. This shade of red leaves my lips looking like I just ate a bowl full of cherries.

Cream Lip Stain by Sephora Collection in Always Red

When I really want bright and bold lips I wear this lip stain. This color literally lasts all day and it isn't drying like how stains typically are.

Do you have a favorite shade of red? Please share it in the comment section below...as I'm always wanting to try out new makeup (especially when they are recommended). 

Gift Guide: The Beauty Guru

1) Estee Lauder Sensuous Nude To Go Set available at Macy's- $70

2) Lipstick available at MAC- $16
3) Autograph Liner Set by Kat Von D available at Sephora- $32
4) Deluxe Antibacterial Brush Set available at Sephora- $60

5) Mia 2 Pink Holiday Set available at Clarisonic- $149

6) OPI Gwen Stefani Mini Holiday Stars Set available at Ulta- $13.95

Look of the Day- Feeling Festive

1) Wool Coat with Lapels available at Zara- $169

2) Mercer Red Lace Cocktail Dress available at Pixie Market- $120
3) Cream Lip Stain available at Sephora- $13
4) Valentina Lace Up Tassel Heeled Sandals available at Missguided- $56.98

5) 120 Denier Opaque Tights available at Urban Outfitters- $14

To me there is nothing more festive than a bright red dress! Perfect for the holidays, parties, and holiday parties...there is never a bad time to wear something red. Don't you agree? I'm loving the lace detail on this cocktail dress...it makes it even more special.

Are you all starting to get your looks together for your upcoming holiday parties? 

I have two to attend so far...and I need to get on my "A" game...

Beauty Buzz- Kat Von D Tattoo Liner

Over the last couple years I have been practicing the winged liner look. I've tried so many different brands, applicator styles (brushes, felt tip, etc.), and colors. But I have finally found my most favorite liquid liner: Kat Von D Tattoo Liner in Trooper- ink black. 

This waterproof liner really stands up to the test. My allergies were bothering me the other day, and it held up even with watery eyes...yet it came off so easily with some makeup wipes. What I really love about it is the brush applicator. It goes on so smoothly. I get a perfectly effortless winged liner look in seconds. It's my new must have item in my makeup case! I'm obsessed!

Have you tried this liner yet? What about any other items in Kat Von D's collection?

*This is not a sponsored post. It's just my new favorite makeup item and I know you all will love it!

Lash Genius from Anastasia Beverly Hills

The other day I received the coolest product from my friends at Anastasia Beverly Hills called Lash Genius. This is a waterproof topcoat that you put on over any mascara. It instantly waterproofs, refreshes, and protects your mascara all day long. This colorless topcoat does not dry, harden, or clump lashes...which often happens with regular waterproof mascara.

I absolutely love this product! I cannot wait for you to try Lash Genius, which retails at $21. It will be available at Sephora in May 2012...so mark it on your calendar ladies. You can thank me later.  :-)

A quick side note: I wanted to share some of the hilarious photos from the booklet that came with my Lash Genius. Too clever and cute for words.