How to Choose a Red Lipstick For Spring


Updated 03/27/10 7:41 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

How to Choose Red Lipstick

Spring's juicy lipstick shades of gold-red, season-perfect maraschino cherry, and coral-red look fresh and bright on everyone. Orange-inflected reds just look happy and new, and they're extremely easy to wear. So to find out how to get your perfect match and see shade matches for every skin tone, just keep reading.[break]   Got a deep, warm skin tone? You'll get an amazing pop of color in an Read more

Spring Lip Glosses, Part V: Juicy Reds


Updated 06/28/07 7:53 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 2 comments

Spring Lip Glosses, Part V: Juicy Reds

Welcome to the final installation of my five part series on Spring lip glosses! This final segment features juicy red lip glosses! Bright and sexy sheer red shades are a big beauty trend this Spring. Here are three of my favorite red hot, juicy red lip glosses: TheBalm Plump Your Pucker Tinted Gloss in Bing My Cherry, $14, is a new lip gloss formulated with folic acid, menthol, vitamin C, and Read more

You'll Heart Bobbi Brown's Exclusive Fashion Week Palette


Updated 02/06/12 12:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Bobbi Brown's Heart Truth Palette

Bobbi Brown has her heart in the right place this Fashion Week. Not only has her company long supported coronary disease awareness group The Heart Truth, but this year she's coming out with a limited-edition Heart Truth palette ($25), as well. We love the message, the tagline (Listen to Your Heart), and the fact that for a reasonable price you get three eye shadows, two lip colors, and a Read more

What We're Sweet On: Great Lip Stuff, Weird Names


Updated 02/03/12 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best New Lip Gloss and Lip Stain Colors

Nobody would ever really be keen on the idea of putting blood or tears on our lips, so Rain Cosmetics is really lucky that its new lip stain, Blood ($12), and gloss, Tears ($12), are so superlatively great. Blood is a deep pink gel-based stain that's like a thicker, less-red Benetint. The lasting power is excellent when applied on the lips, but it works well on cheeks, too — even though it's Read more

From Cool to Sweet, 4 Valentine's Day Lipstick Looks to Suit Your Mood


Updated 02/02/12 12:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Red and Pink Lipsticks to Set a Mood

There are only a select few holidays where going vampy is typically deemed socially appropriate. Halloween comes to mind instantly, but Valentine's Day might be a close second. And while a vampy lip color might not be for you this Valentine's Day, there are other ways you can create a mood with a simple switch of color. "Experiment with reds and pinks in different textures, like glossy, creamy, Read more

Golden Globes: Kate Beckinsale


Updated 01/17/12 2:54 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 4 comments

Kate Beckinsale in Roberto Cavalli at Golden Globes 2012

Kate Beckinsale was a sight of perfection on the Golden Globes red carpet. The beautiful brunette radiated in a strapless gown by Roberto Cavalli paired with diamond stacked bangles and stunning oversized earrings. The fit and flare mermaid silhouette fit her body like a glove, and we like how she kept her makeup simple via a slight smoky eye and a dab of pink lip gloss. Are you loving her Read more

Golden Globes: Mary J. Blige


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Mary J. Blige at Golden Globes 2012

Mary J. Blige made her appearance on the red carpet tonight wearing a shimmery halter gown, embellished with soft feathers down below. The singer then added glitz to her ensemble with bejeweled cuffs on both of her wrists, chandelier earrings, and an envelope clutch. A swooped front updo, wing-tipped eyes, and lip gloss finish it all off. Thoughts? Vote on all of our Golden Globe Awards polls Read more

Your Complete Guide to Wearing Bright, Bold Lip Color


Updated 01/04/12 3:27 AM · Posted by Guest Writer · 2 comments

How to Wear Bright, Bold Lipstick

We're thrilled to present the following post from Brett Freedman, BellaSugar guest writer, celebrity makeup artist, and founder of Vanitymark Cosmetics. The bright lip trend is in full throttle. Are you on board? Still feeling like it's not for you? Here's my insight into dipping your toe in the bold lip pool! The other night I went to a friend's for dinner and a screening of My Week With Read more

How to Wear Glittery, Shimmery Makeup Like a Grown-Up


Updated 12/31/11 7:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Wear Glitter and Shimmer Makeup

New Year's is the perfect time to experiment with shimmer, but too much glisten can look a little tacky and/or immature. So for a more grown-up approach to sparkle and glamour, check out the two great tips below. Go for the gold: Apply metallic pigment or shadow to your eyes, suggests Ana Cruzalegui from UK-based lash brand We Are Faux, and pair it with fluttery falsies like their Kitsch lashes Read more

Create 5 Gorgeous Holiday Lip Looks With a Single Lipstick


Updated 12/20/11 1:24 PM · Posted by Michelle Phan · 4 comments

How to Wear Holiday Lipstick

YouTube star and beauty guru Michelle Phan knows makeup, especially when it comes to the holidays. This week, Michelle shares five great holiday-perfect ways to repurpose one lipstick: Hi everyone, No holiday look is complete without great lip color! With a single shade of lipstick, you can create a variety of beautiful lip looks fit for the holidays; all it takes is a little technique. Can Read more