The Sneaky Bright Lip

Photo: Henry Leutwyler

Statement lips are more powerful than you think. When you apply colorful lipstick it actually tricks people into thinking that’s the only product you’re wearing, and looks surprisingly easy and low maintenance. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up or you’re applying a full face of makeup, consider these bold shades your friends.

Our picks:

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Pure Colour Satiny Radiance, Fuchsia ($35)

MAC Lipstick, Relentlessly Red ($16)

Chanel Rouge Allure Velvet, La Diva ($35)

Yves Saint Laurent  Rouge Volupté Shine, Rouge in Danger ($35)

Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Pure Colour Satiny Radiance, Rose Libertin ($35)

MAC Sheen Supreme Lipstick, Ultra Darling ($17)

Giorgio Armani Rouge D’Armani sheer lipstick ($34)

Chanel  Coromandel Rouge Allure lipstick ($35)

Rimmel London Lasting Finish Lipstick ($4.49)