There is no better make up statement than a red lipstick. A red lipstick will always look stunning and could easily catch attention. Moreover, the red shade is a timeless classic and anyone could pull off wearing this color. Nonetheless, before racing to the nearest cosmetic store, there are several red lipstick rules you should know first.

First rule is finding the right red shade. You can do this by trying different red shades on your bare lips. Strip the lips of any other lipsticks or balms so your natural lip color will show.  Apply a red shade you like on your top lip only and check out the color against your natural bottom lip. If the color is a shade or two darker, then you found the shade that suits you. Consider a red lipstick color that matches with your complexion and your hair. You have to determine if you have warm or cool skin tone. After this, you should also check out your hair color to be able to choose a red shade that best complements your coloring.

Before applying a red lipstick, make sure your lips are smooth. Consider adding some lip primer or foundation as a base or use a lipstick liner. Let your red lipstick shine by toning   down all other makeup and hide redness in your complexion using a concealer.