BEAUTY

The Only Make-up Colour You Need For Winter

Burgundy is your new go-to hue
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Don’t reserve it for your nails – this colour is a winter winner

Lips

  • “Oxblood looks especially amazing on paler complexions with just brushed-up brows and mascara,” says Lancôme national make-up director Lara Srokowski.
  • “Satin and cream lipsticks have lots of moisturizing properties and are super-comfortable, so they’re perfect to wear during the day, while matte lipsticks make a bold statement and last all day,” explains Srokowski. 
  • Cool-toned burgundy lips look best on fair complexions, while warmer burgundy shades suit medium to darker skin tones.


Top tips

  • A sheer balm is best for aging or thinner lips
  • A glossy, glassy oxblood pout can make lips look fuller
  • Liner is essential for a crisp pout that goes the distance
Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm
Kevyn Aucoin The Flesh Tone Lip Pencil in Bloodroses
Giorgio Armani Lip Magnet in Night Viper
Giorgio Armani Lip Magnet in Night Viper
Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Endangered Red

Eyes

  • If you’re hesitant, start by blending burgundy with neutral tones for a hint of colour, suggests Lancôme national make-up director Lara Srokowski.
  • A subtle ring of burgundy liner will make your eyes pop. After something more dramatic? Smudge a little black liner along the lash line, too.
  • For day, Srokowski recommends wearing burgundy eyeshadow in the socket and neutrals (warm browns, vanilla or sheer gold) on the lid; for night, start with a creamy oxblood shadow on the lid and layer either dark brown or black over the top. 

Top tips

  • Build a better smoky eye by layering powder shadow over cream formulas. 
  • Coat lashes in black mascara then use a small brush to apply an oxblood shade on just the tips, or use black up top and burgundy on the ends of the bottom lashes. 
  • If you want to try winged eyeliner, use a liquid or gel formula for intense colour payoff. 
Tom Ford Eye Color Quad in Honeymoon
Sephora Collection V for V.O.L.U.M.E Mascara in Marsala
Make Up For Ever Aqua Liner in Diamond Burgundy
MAC Pigment Colour Powder in Heritage Rouge
3CE Long Wear Eye Crayon in #BadTimes

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