50 Shades of Red —— Get to Know the Nuances of Lipsticks

The movie, Fifty Shades of Grey, became a hit ever since it was released. It is successful and memorable in many ways, from its plot, actors/actresses, to the shooting techniques and original music tape. But there is one thing, despite its subtleness, that greatly enriches the film’s content, and that is the actress’s makeup, specifically, the use of lipsticks.

As a romantic drama film, Fifty Shades of Grey captures the characters’ facial expressions using close-up shots. In those scenes, the way how the makeup artists applied lipstick was definitely a highlight. To show the character’s innocence and shyness, the makeup artist used light pink or coral most of the time. While it comes to a bolder scene, the lipstick was changed to a dark and more seductive shade. Different uses of lipstick in this movie perfectly explains why makeup brands have provided people millions of lipstick shades to choose from. Hence, how to choose the right color in various contexts is a skill that we are going to delve into. 

Scarlet Red

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Scarlet red is without a doubt a color that people choose in their most important occasions because it can never go wrong. Not only does it add a highlight to your overall makeup, scarlet red also boosts your charisma and confidence. If you want your makeup more memorable or want to appear more bold, go with scarlet red!

MLBB

When you just want to spend time with girlfriends, hitting some shops, or stopping for a coffee to have a casual chat, you probably do not want your lipstick too showy. Then MLBB shade is your ideal choice. MLBB is the abbreviation of My Lip But Better – just as the name suggests, MLBB is a collection of nude and light lipsticks that fit your own lip color. It is always the safest choice for you when you are uncertain about which lipstick to go with.

Plum

Are you a party animal? Is your favorite hang-out place a bar or a club? Are you a music festival lover? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, do not hesitate to try a plum lipstick next time. The color of plum goes well with a heavy makeup and stands out even in a dim lighting.

Picking a lipstick among numerous choices can be a challenging task, but it will be much easier if you consider the occasion you are applying the lipstick for.