Sassy Reds by Liz Anne Bautista

And finally, by Liz Anne Bautista:


Lola After Party Lipstick in Deep Cherry Red

Lola Cosmetics is an American cosmetics brand providing sophisticated and innovative products for women across the globe—from the US to Asia.


Tips to achieving a more defined lip:
1. Before applying the lipstick, apply liner on the lips. We suggest Lola’s lip-defining pencil.
2. Fill in the lips with the lipstick using a brush to achieve a plump look to those puckers.
3. Be sure to finish off with a clear lip gloss.


Verdict: The Lola After Party lipstick sure lives up to its name as it is among the most long-lasting lipsticks in the market, which this person has been privileged to try out. The Deep Cherry Red hue is sexy and sophisticated, which is perfect for those night-outs on the town. But, because of its deep hue, it may make one look mature. Keep makeup minimal and let your natural youthful glow shine through.




Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Ravish Me Red

Founded in 1932, Revlon has established itself as one of the leaders in the beauty industry, with its impressive line of products that are both up-to-the-trend and affordable.


Tips to chastening a vampy red lipstick:
1. You can lighten a red-colored lipstick by applying another coat of nude gloss or mixing it with nude lipstick, which creates a pinkish hue.
2. Keep makeup light, especially around the eyes, and just let the lips(tick) do all the talking.


Verdict: Don’t you just hate it when lipsticks crack? Well, the Super Lustrous Lipstick is perfect for women who are not much into the dry, matte lipsticks. It has a modern formula called LiquiSilk™ that locks in moisture and color that gives lips a smooth and silky finish.




Avon Ultra Colour Rich 24K Gold Lipstick in Ruby

Avon is committed to keeping its products fresh by coming out with lines that are revolutionary, but always at an approachable price.


Tips on making your lipstick last the whole day:
1. Use the line, brush, and gloss method by applying a lip liner, lipstick with a brush, and gloss as finish.
2. Do apply two coats of lipstick when you are raring for a long day.
3. You may also dust powder on the lips to keep the color from fading.


Verdict: The ruby-colored lipstick would make a really festive alternative for the holidays. The color has shimmer, though, which is why we suggest that this be used for those evening affairs. We noticed, though, that the color does not last very long and may need to be re-applied every few hours.

Sassy Reds by Cherry Tan

Here's what Cherry Tan reviewed:


Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in True Red

International makeup artist Elsa Morgan says all you need to achieve a perfectly stained red lip is your fingertip, a cotton bud, and one ply of tissue.
1. Apply the color by dabbing it onto your lips.
2. Blur the lip line with the cotton bud.
3. Blot with the one ply to tone the color down for an everyday red lip.
For a bolder red, Morgan shares that all she uses is a lip brush.
1. Apply the color with a lip brush for precision.
2. Use the lip brush to get right up to the lip line for a polished effect.


Verdict: A great lippie for women who need versatility in their cosmetics bag. This stick will definitely take you from day to night.




Skinfood Coffee Creamy Sheer Lipstick No. RD202

This quintessentially South Korean brand helped kick off the food in beauty trend back in the day. Fast forward and the brand has stuck to its guns, delivering fun and flirty beauty looks that highlight the benefits of different food products on our skin.


Tips for a long-wearing lipstick:
1. Apply lip liner around the lips and shade in both lips.
2. Apply the lip color over and you are ready to go!


Verdict: This light and moisture-rich lippie is definitely the easiest to apply of the bunch and is an excellent starting point for women who are still dipping their toes into red lips. It goes on like a vibrant lip stain, which quickly increases in opacity with every layer. For longevity, one can follow the tips above, though this lipstick works equally well with just a quick swipe for an instant beauty pick-me-up with a light coffee scent.




Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Rose Absolu No. 365

This fixture in beauty and cosmetics has proven itself time and time again as purveyor of fine products. Its sleek packaging calls to mind sophistication and ladylike refinement.


Tips for a long-wearing lipstick:
1. Apply lip liner starting at the center of the lips and following the rim of the lips.
2. Apply lip color.
3. Place tissue on lips and pat with powder.
4. Take off tissue and reapply lipstick.


Verdict: This lip color borders a dark berry wine color more than a bright red. Definitely a more dramatic shade than the others, the color is nonetheless versatile and suitable for a variety of skin tones. Deep and highly pigmented, one layer is enough to pack a punch. Make sure to follow the tips and line your lips beforehand to keep the color from bleeding out.

Lip Service

A change of lip color can be a powerful and quick move to transform your look. A swipe of light pinks and peaches can sweeten up a look, and a hot red lipstick can give off a sexy, I’m-in-control vibe. But whether you take that bold step to the bright and dark side or not, having smooth and soft lips should be top priority. Applying lip color on dry lips will only enhance your chapped lips, and it’s not a sight anyone would enjoy.


One lip balm that we’re quite happy about is the arrival of LipIce. A trip to Hong Kong is not complete if I don’t buy a lot of LipIce lip balms. Affordably priced at P89 and up, these mentholated lip balms not only protect and moisturize your puckers, its mint flavor also soothes dry lips.

LipIce comes in fruity flavors like strawberry. It also offers lip balm with sheer color, color lipbalm and color gloss fruity. Mentholatum Therapy Lipbalm and Lip Gel and Men’s Cool Aqua are also available at Watsons and Beauty by SM.

Now that you have achieved healthy and moisturized lips, trying on different lip shades and textures is going to be more enjoyable. For the ladies who have always been on the safe side, natural-looking lips are the way to go. The Body Shop Colourguide Lip Colour in nude and soft pink hues has moisturizing properties that hydrates and provides intense coverage in one swipe.

The Body Shop Colourguide Lip Colour, P695, is highly pigmented for quick application.

But if you’re looking for lip color that lasts longer due to the festivities this season, try Revlon’s newest lipstick, Just Bitten Lipstain by ColorStay is a Two-in-One Lipstain and Balm that will surely last longer (on your puckers) than your average lipstick. Lipstain has longer staying power that provides better coverage and lasting color. It also has vitamin-enriched formula that guarantees hours of wear without streaking or smudging. Some girls have even vouched that Revlon’s latest lip baby is kiss-proof, too!

Revlon Just Bitten Lipstain by ColorStay, P575, is exclusively available at Watsons and Beauty by SM.

Bright Brigade

I've been quite shy when it comes to putting bold lip colors, but I recently gathered up the courage to try on a few. And with this new-found liking to bright lippies, I proposed a beauty story to my boss in Manila Bulletin on these eye-popping lipsticks. I hope this photos below inspire you to try something new ;) Here they are below:

HOT PINK - Fuchsia pink lips shows that you have a playful sweet side. Blue undertones whitens your teeth as well. On model: Shu Uemura pink collection in PK369.

Try: M.A.C. Lip Gloss in Crazy Haute, Glorietta; Shu Uemura Pink collection in PK 369, Power Plant Mall; The Body Shop lipstick in 69, The Podium.

FIERY RED - Powerful confident women love having red-colored lips. A fire-engine red is your safest bet that matches all skin tones. On model: Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited in 128.

Try: Elianto Spa Lipstick in Royal Red, available in most SM malls; ModelCo lipstick in True Red, Beauty Bar, Power Plant Mall; Max Factor Silk Gloss in Cashmere Red, available in most SM department stores.

HAPPY ORANGE - Orange lips might be too much to handle, but do try going a notch lower with sexy coral shades. On model: Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited in 581.

Try: Max Factor lipstick in Pearl Orange, available in most SM department stores; Guerlain Rouge in Gina, Rustan’s Makati; Revlon Crème Gloss in Crush on Coral, available in most SM department stores.

URBAN PURPLE - Go for sexy goth in dark or acid purple tints—a refreshing fun option to your usual dark wine red lips. On model: Shu Uemura Rouge Unlimited in Purple 050.

Try: M.A.C. lipstick in Purple Rite and M.A.C. lip gloss in Fierce & Fabulous, both available in Glorietta; The Face Shop Color Shimmer Lipstick in PP403, available in most Robinsons malls.

So, which lip color will you try? ;)

*Photography by DIX; Makeup by Ding Espinosa of Shu Uemura; Hairstyling by Elaine Ganuelas for L'Oreal Professionnel; Model: Sai Manzano of Victo Rio