As the cold winds of winter approach, lips can become dry and chapped. If you're a victim of parched lips, ladle out the lip moisturizer because this winter's lips need to be moist and healthy to sport the season's newest shades of lip color. Lips have taken on a whole new focus this year, sporting an array of vibrant colors. Here are the 2007/2008 winter lipstick trends you need to know about:
New Emphasis on the Lips
In past seasons, lips have taken a back seat to the cheeks and eyes with lip color being subtle often with the use of lip glosses instead of lipstick. This season lipstick is back with a vengeance, bringing to mind the glamor days of the forties. Plus, the new lipstick formulations have added moisturizers, vitamins, and sunscreens making them healthy for your lips. So put away the lip glosses, and give the season's new shades of lipsticks a try. Blooming Berries.
In the world of lipstick shades, you'll be on target if you think of bowls of bountiful berries. Trendy lipsticks in rich berry shades such as deep cranberry, burgundy, crimson, and wine will give lips new definition and focus. Although daunting for some people to wear, it's really a question of finding the shade that best suits your skin tone and style. Try experimenting with various berry shades at your local cosmetic counter before making a purchase. Such dark defined color can make narrow lips look smaller, so go for a lighter more subtle shade of berry if your lips are small. Rich Reds
The classic red lipstick that emerged this fall is continuing to make its mark. While some people find crimson red to be overwhelming, experimentation should yield a red shade that will suit your level of comfort. Remember there are lots of shades of red. Choose one that's right for you. Focus, Focus, Focus
When playing up lips, scale back on the amount of eye makeup a bit, otherwise the look can become overwhelming. This year it's eyes of lips in focus, but not both at the same time. Matte
This is not the season for high gloss lips. With such rich vibrant colors, the focus is on a matte texture. The new shades are best applied with a lip brush after outlining lips with a lip pencil in a complimentary shade. No shine or gloss necessary.
When you head out the door this winter, make sure your lips are moist and smooth. If the occasion is special, give one of winter's new shades of lipstick a try and don't forget to add a smile!
