Red lipstick is all the rage this season and with poppy red showing up on the Pantone radar as a popular colour for 2013, it won't be going anywhere soon. Keep reading to learn how to remove it and other dark or long-wear lipsticks without wrecking your supple and delicate lips.
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| Janelle Monae wearing red lipstick at the 2013 Grammy Awards |
Long-wear lipsticks usually stand the test of drinks and hors d'oeuvres on a night out but they can be very difficult to remove. Here are some tips to consider before rubbing your lips red-meat-raw.
Method 1
Apply extra virgin olive oil to your lips. Allow it to remain on your lips for at least one minute. Yes, wait the entire minute. Next, use a soft tissue to gently remove the colour. Your lip should be soft and moisturised. Repeat if there is any staining. Always add a lip moisturiser like Chapstick after removing a harsh lip colour to keep your lips moist.
Method 2
Apply a thick layer of petroleum jelly to your lips. Keep it on your lips for a minute or two and then remove the lip colour with a moist cloth. Water is a natural moisturiser but it will dry out your lips if you don't follow up with moisturiser to seal in that watery moisture goodness. Repeat several times until you are satisfied with the results.
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