I have approximately 300 lipsticks and lip liners, and I’d say a good 250 of them are a variation of a pinky nude. I’m a creature of habit, what can I say? But this summer, I am attempting to live life on the edge and venture outside the confines of my beauty comfort zone. I’ve been experimenting with nudes and peaches, which candidly are still pretty in my realm of barely-there hues. But, I’ve also gone a little wild and crazy, testing out a red lip combo (who am I?) and a berry duo that I’m shockingly very into.
I’m not a huge overliner, but I do like some emphasis on the cupid’s bow to make my lips appear a bit plumper. Otherwise, I stay fairly in the lines, shade in the surface area, and rely on long-wear formulas for lip combo longevity and depth. As for my topper? A matte lipstick is always great, but I’m loving playing with glossy balms, oils, and glosses for summer. They offer a hit of hydration and juicy texture that I’m constantly craving in the heat. Bonus: I’m constantly stopped by friends (and strangers) who want to know my tried-and-true combos.
