Poppy Pucker!

How to get the perfect red lip

By Gillian Waxer

Help commemorate Remembrance Day in a modern way with the perfect pair of poppy red lips! To do this you will have to take certain steps in order to prepare your pucker.

Step 1: Exfoliate. Gently remove dead skin cells with a soft sugar and honey scrub or by lightly brushing your lips with a toothbrush.

Step 2: Moisturize. Apply a moisturizing treatment such as a hydrating moisture mask, lip balm, or Chap Stick. Let set for a minute or two, and then blot away any access product.

Step 3: Line. Line your lips along their natural line with a red lip pencil, then fill in both lips. Avoid lining your lips outside their natural line because it will give a clownish or drag queen appearance.

Step 4: Color. Apply your lipstick. If you want a more precise application use a lip brush as opposed to applying straight from the tube. After application, put your finger in your mouth and pull it out. This will remove any excess product that would end up on your teeth.

Step 5: Contour. Using concealer, line the outside of your lips and blend outwards. The concealer will add even more life to your lips.

Now your lips pop like a poppy!!