15 Lip Colours To Try for Valentine's Day

Posted by Alexandra C. | Thursday February 7, 2013

Pucker up, ladies! It's one week until V Day and in the spirit of Valentine's, we decided to put together a round up of the hottest shades of reds, pinks, corals and everything in between for your sexiest pout yet. So take a gander at our bevy of gorgeous hues to find the perfect match for love day!

Pro Tip #1: To make your lip colour more pigmented, opaque and last longer, first cover lips in concealer, then fill in with a liner and over top apply your lip colour with a brush. If you're doing a dark oxblood lip (a la Fall 2012), you can actually use a dark eyeliner instead of a lip liner.

1. Paul & Joe Beaute Lipstick in Belle Epoque (C$22.00)

2. Clarins Rouge Eclat Satin FInish Age Defying Lipstick in Pink Fuchsia (C$26.00)

3. NYX Cosmetics Round Lipstick in Eros (C$6.00)

4. L'Oreal Colour Riche Serum Anti-Aging Lipcolour in Pucker Up Pink (C$10.99)

5. Hard Candy All Glossed Up Lip Stain in Love Bite (C$4.98)

6. L'Oreal Colour Caresse Wet Shine Stain in Lilac Ever After (C$9.99)

7. Smashbox Love Me Be Legendary Lipstick in Tempt Me (C$22.00)

Pro Tip #2: Before applying a colour, always start with a clean lip. Try a lip exfoliator to get rid of flaking.

1. Lush The Kiss Lip Balm (C$8.95)

2. Bite Matte Pastille Creme Lipstick in Lilac (C$28.00)

3. Joe Fresh Matte Lipstick in Melon (C$6.00)

4. Illamasqua Lipstick in Box (C$29.00)

5. Dolce & Gabbana Monica Voluptuous Lipstick in Chic Monica 100 (C$33.00)

6. Bite Cinnamon Plumping Lip Oil (C$25.00)

7. Burberry Lip Glow in Fondant Pink No.21 (C$30.00)

8. Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick in Fiery (C$29.00)

Pro Tip #3: Keep in mind that matte lipsticks, while usually bolder and longer lasting can be very drying. Creamy, glossier or semi-matte formulas will be more hydrating.

What's your go to date night or special occasion lip colour?

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	on February 14, 2013 jl13 2,919 said: I reviewed L'Oreal Colour Caresse Wet Shine Stain last week, this is my new favourite stain. Check out the review for more info: L'Oreal Colour Caresse Shine Stain It is really nice and I think will be on the "Best" lists for 2013.
	on February 12, 2013 chel 602 said: Ohh really like the Clarins pink fushia one! But $26, not so much.
	on February 12, 2013 AngelinaRosaries 2,303 said: Love this one, and now that I think of it, I don't have any lipstick ATM. These lip balms are simply awesome. L'Oreal Colour Riche Serum Anti-Aging Lipcolour in Pucker Up Pink
	on February 09, 2013 nscott84 4,013 said: I love this advice! I'm still trying new shades that work for me.
	on February 08, 2013 so_adorkable_ 2,602 said: i really wanna try the hard candy lip stains out, they arent out in stores yet are they?
	on February 08, 2013 flower 4,433 said: creme honeycomb from Annabell
	on February 08, 2013 KatelynRose1984 20,704 said: I think I'm going to stick with a light lip balm for Valentine's Day, so I can do lots of kissing! LOL
	on February 07, 2013 shanaz 5,961 said: Clear lipgloss with some sparkle... It's less obvious when it wears off after eating and drinking :)
	on February 07, 2013 LissaG 6,010 said: I really like the paul&joe;one! looks like a unique colour. and D&G;one also look super pretty
	on February 07, 2013 Becky 13,128 said: If I do darker eye makeup, I do nude or pink or your-lips-but-better coloured lips. If I do no eye makeup like today, I do some bright lip colour. Whatever I'm in the mood for. I also use the article you wrote a few weeks ago about lipsticks and occasions. That was really helpful :)