Revlon Colorburst in True Red

The Face Shop Face It Wrinkle Repair lipstick in RD301

MANILA, Philippines -- The Face Shop combines skincare (its specialty) with cosmetics in Face It Wrinkle Repair Lipstick. Makeup artist Marge Apacible shares her tips on how to take extra care of your puckers:

1. Use Plus+1 Dual Lip Care Kit to keep lips smooth and well-moisturized.

2. Apply liquid foundation or concealer onto lips, and dust with loose powder. This makes the lipstick last longer.

3. Draw the contours of the lips with Lovely Me: Ex Auto Lip Liner in 06 Red that matches the red lipstick. This is to prevent smudging and increase its staying power.

4. Fill in lips with Face It Wrinkle Repair Lipstick in RD301 using a lip brush for precision. Dab tissue onto lips and dust lips with loose powder. Apply a second coat.

5. Once the lipstick has been fully applied, get a cotton bud with a bit of powder foundation and glide around the lips to perfect the outline of the lips and further define its contours.

6. Finally, apply a sheer red lip gloss like Diamond Shine Lip Gloss in RD301 onto the center of the bottom lip and press lips together.

Verdict: Not only does it stay on the lips long, it glides on easily as well—thanks to its anti-aging ingredients such as collagen and Vitamin E. — Jane Kingsu-Cheng

M.A.C. PRO Longwear Lipcreme in Extended Play

M.A.C. is every makeup artist’s dream playground. Resident Trainer Owen Sarmiento shows us how to keep lip color from bleeding:

1. Apply Lip Conditioner to the lips using a lip brush.

2. Apply a coat of Prep+Prime Lips over the lips especially the edges to avoid color bleeding.

3. Sharpen Lip Pencil in Burgundy & Spice, then draw in desired shape and fill in the entire lip area.

4. Fill in your lips with PRO Longwear Lipcreme in Extended Play.

5. Gently press your lips onto a single-ply tissue to blot off the excess oil and press the pigment onto the lips.

6. Apply lipstick color.

7. Blot again.

Verdict: When a lipstick bears both “longwear” and “extended” in its name, one is doubly rest assured of this lip color’s long-lasting power. It’s a heavily pigmented, semi-matte cream lipstick that is a perfect match for the sexy and confident career woman who wants to look good without worrying if her lips need retouching every hour or so.  No bleeding here! — Jane Kingsu-Cheng

The Body Shop Colourglide in Brilliant Red 53

A conscientious global beauty brand, The Body Shop continuously aims to protect our planet with its ethical trade programs. Here are some tips from the brand for fabulous puckers:

1. Use Lip Scuff to exfoliate, and remove dead skin cells from your lips to keep them soft.

2. Outline your lips with Lip liner shade in Rosy Red 13 to keep lipstick from running.

3. Apply lipstick, preferably with a lip brush, to achieve defined lips, and an even coat.

4. You may opt to apply extra shine with Hi-Shine lip treatment shade in Cherry Glimmer 15.

Verdict: A buildable lip color that’s highly recommended for those who are red lippie newbies. You can work your way from sheer to bold colors with minimal application.  — Jane Kingsu-Cheng

Revlon Colorburst Lipstick in True Red

International makeup artist Elsa Morgan says all you need to achieve a perfectly stained red lip is your fingertip, a cotton bud, and one ply of tissue.

1. Apply the color by dabbing it onto your lips.

2. Blur the lip line with the cotton bud.

3. Blot with the one ply to tone the color down for an everyday red lip.

For a bolder red, Morgan shares that all she uses is a lip brush.

1. Apply the color with a lip brush for precision.

2. Use the lip brush to get right up to the lip line for a polished effect.

Verdict: A great lippie for women who need versatility in their cosmetics bag. This stick will definitely take you from day to night. — Cherry Tan

Skinfood Coffee Creamy Sheer Lipstick  No. RD202

This quintessentially South Korean brand helped kick off the food in beauty trend back in the day. Fast forward and the brand has stuck to its guns, delivering fun and flirty beauty looks that highlight the benefits of different food products on our skin.

Tips for a long-wearing lipstick:

1. Apply lip liner around the lips and shade in both lips.

2. Apply the lip color over and you are ready to go!

Verdict: This light and moisture-rich lippie is definitely the easiest to apply of the bunch and is an excellent starting point for women who are still dipping their toes into red lips. It goes on like a vibrant lip stain, which quickly increases in opacity with every layer. For longevity, one can follow the tips above, though this lipstick works equally well with just a quick swipe for an instant beauty pick-me-up with a light coffee scent. — Cherry Tan

Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Rose Absolu No. 365

This fixture in beauty and cosmetics has proven itself time and time again as purveyor of fine products. Its sleek packaging calls to mind sophistication and ladylike refinement.

Tips for a long-wearing lipstick:

1. Apply lip liner starting at the center of the lips and following the rim of the lips.

2.  Apply lip color.

3. Place tissue on lips and pat with powder.

4. Take off tissue and reapply lipstick.

Verdict: This lip color borders a dark berry wine color more than a bright red. Definitely a more dramatic shade than the others, the color is nonetheless versatile and suitable for a variety of skin tones. Deep and highly pigmented, one layer is enough to pack a punch. Make sure to follow the tips and line your lips beforehand to keep the color from bleeding out.  — Cherry Tan

Lola After Party Lipstick in Deep Cherry Red

Lola Cosmetics is an American cosmetics brand providing sophisticated and innovative products for women across the globe—from the US to Asia.

Tips to achieving a more defined lip:

1. Before applying the lipstick, apply liner on the lips. We suggest Lola’s lip-defining pencil.

2. Fill in the lips with the lipstick using a brush to achieve a plump look to those puckers.

3. Be sure to finish off with a clear lip gloss.

Verdict: The Lola After Party lipstick sure lives up to its name as it is among the most long-lasting lipsticks in the market, which this person has been privileged to try out. The Deep Cherry Red hue is sexy and sophisticated, which is perfect for those night-outs on the town. But, because of its deep hue, it may make one look mature. Keep makeup minimal and let your natural youthful glow shine through. — Liz Anne Bautista

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Ravish Me Red

Founded in 1932, Revlon has established itself as one of the leaders in the beauty industry, with its impressive line of products that are both up-to-the-trend and affordable.

Tips to chastening a vampy red lipstick:

1. You can lighten a red-colored lipstick by applying another coat of nude gloss or mixing it with nude lipstick, which creates a pinkish hue.

2. Keep makeup light, especially around the eyes, and just let the lips(tick) do all the talking.

Verdict: Don’t you just hate it when lipsticks crack? Well, the Super Lustrous Lipstick is perfect for women who are not much into the dry, matte lipsticks. It has a modern formula called LiquiSilk™ that locks in moisture and color that gives lips a smooth and silky finish.  — Liz Anne Bautista

Avon Ultra Colour Rich 24K Gold Lipstick in Ruby

Avon is committed to keeping its products fresh by coming out with lines that are revolutionary, but always at an approachable price.

Tips on making your lipstick last the whole day:

1. Use the line, brush, and gloss method by applying a lip liner, lipstick with a brush, and gloss as finish.

2. Do apply two coats of lipstick when you are raring for a long day.

3. You may also dust powder on the lips to keep the color from fading.

Verdict: The ruby-colored lipstick would make a really festive alternative for the holidays. The color has shimmer, though, which is why we suggest that this be used for those evening affairs. We noticed, though, that the color does not last very long and may need to be re-applied every few hours.  — Liz Anne Bautista