Which lipstick is right for me?

Which lipstick is right for me?

Deep red, burgundy, brown, pink, ultra-matte or glossy, lipsticks come in such a vast range that it's inevitably difficult to make the right choice. How do you choose the shades that will truly suit you? What criteria should you consider? Color, finish, texture, and ingredients are all part of the selection criteria. Le Rouge Français allows you to choose from many plant-based colors in an organic, vegan, and French range.

What criteria should I consider to know which lipstick is right for me?

Fiery red, pink, brown, glossy, satin, matte... There are so many different lipsticks that it's challenging to make a choice. How do you know which color and finish will best enhance your lips and face? Especially as new formulas regularly update this essential classic in any makeup bag. The colors can be very original, the casings are sometimes luxurious, the staying power withstands all treatments, and new products are constantly arriving. Fashion moves from matte to glossy, from ultra-opaque lipstick to almost transparent versions... It's impossible to keep up with all the new products and try everything. Makeup, including lipstick, should enhance the face but also match a personality, a mood, and desires. It should be worn with ease and pleasure.

Choosing the right lipstick formula

The components of a lipstick can be very varied and more or less natural. Generally, a lipstick contains wax, which can be of animal, vegetable, or synthetic origin. It also contains fats such as triglycerides and fatty acids, preservatives, and of course, pigments that are usually chemical and non-renewable, synthetic or mineral pigments. Other components are added to these raw materials and are more or less present depending on the formulas. When choosing a lipstick, prioritize healthy and lip-friendly components. They should contain vitamins C and E, which have antioxidant properties. Sunscreen filters may be present in certain environments, but these are often synthetic products. Often, high-quality lipsticks contain many pigments, and the number of colorants can be high. This allows for a very specific color, but it's not always good for the lips. Le Rouge Français is committed to vegan and organic principles. Their lipsticks do not contain any animal colorants like cochineal. Thus, beeswax is replaced by rice wax, and all pigments are of plant-based origin. Le Rouge Français is the first makeup house with plant-based coloring. It offers natural ranges right down to the color. Le Rouge Français lipsticks contain no animal colorants, no petroleum, no mica, no titanium dioxide, and no chemical pigments. These Le Rouge Français lipsticks are not just lipsticks; they are also true moisturizing, nourishing, and regenerating treatments. There are some lipsticks that should absolutely be avoided. Indeed, some contain lead. This metal is very toxic to humans. It seems that lipstick containing lead darkens upon contact with gold. In case of doubt, even after carefully reading the ingredient list, opt for another lipstick.

Which color depending on your style?

For a classic, refined look, choose a neutral tone like pink or beige. If you want to be more daring, try intense colors like red, burgundy, or fuchsia. Plum or mauve fall in between and can be matched with different styles.

Choosing from the many lipstick shades based on your skin tone

Lipstick for olive skin tones

For olive skin, prioritize lipsticks that lean towards pink, such as fuchsia pink or raspberry red, but also the Nude Neïtsabes from Le Rouge Français. Original, very intense shades are also perfect. Those with olive skin should avoid colors that lean towards beige and do not contain any pink.

Lipstick for fair skin tones

For fair skin, choose colors that create a real contrast with the complexion. You can confidently opt for coral, nude, or pinks... Avoid very bright shades, or only use them with subtle and nude makeup.

Choosing your lipstick based on lip shape

For those who find their lips too thin, a light lipstick can create an illusion of volume. Conversely, when lips are very full and you want to make them appear thinner, opt for a dark lipstick. To balance asymmetrical lips, simply play with shadows and light. A light-colored pencil can be used to draw an outer contour. The fuller lip can be refined with this pencil, or, conversely, the thinner lip can be made to appear fuller. Then, simply apply lipstick of the same shade to redraw a symmetrical mouth.

Choosing a lipstick based on age

As we age, lips tend to thin and the complexion becomes less radiant. You can then choose lipsticks with vivid shades. Pay even more attention to the quality of the ingredients. Prioritize lipsticks that are true treatments and don't just color the lips. At Le Rouge Français, the corporal and biological properties of plants are put at the service of your lips. This allows for antioxidant, nourishing, protective, and radiant lipsticks. On mature skin, however, avoid very dark or deep shades unless you have a very soft face. Dark shades harden the features.

Choosing a lipstick based on your hair color

There's no absolute rule for matching lipstick color with hair color. However, those who are naturally blonde often have rather pale, slightly rosy skin. Lipsticks leaning towards apricot, beige, peach, or cherry are perfect. With dark hair, you can allow yourself more eccentricities. Try plum, raspberry, and dark red. But keep in mind that lipstick should primarily be paired with your outfit. Don't pair a plum lipstick with a brown top, but let yourself be seduced by a true red or fuchsia to wear a black dress.

To correct small imperfections

When you have dark circles under your eyes, favor bright, luminous colors and put aside brown-based lipsticks. This dark color will accentuate the effect of dark circles. If the skin has redness, don't worsen the situation by adding more red. Opt for any lipstick that is not based on red pigments. Similarly, for those with slightly yellow teeth, do not accentuate this tint by choosing a lipstick containing yellow pigments. So forget about beiges, browns, and oranges, and opt for bright reds, burgundies, pinks, raspberries...

Choosing your lipstick to match the rest of your makeup

It's all about balance! When your eye or complexion makeup is pronounced, choose discretion for your lips. The opposite also works. If your eyes are heavily made up, don't choose a lipstick with a strong color. Favor nude shades like Nude Astera Le Rouge Français or Nude Zaatar Le Rouge Français or Nude Arzica Le Rouge Français. You can also opt for more discreet rosewood or coral lipsticks. If your complexion is heavily made up, a vivid shade might work, but your eye makeup should be subtle. Simply lightly outline your lips.

Choosing the right lipstick texture

Lipsticks come in solid, liquid, or balm forms. Liquid lipsticks last particularly long. They are resistant to everything because they contain oils and many pigments. But they must be applied with great care as they do not forgive mistakes. They are applied with a very fine brush, starting from the center of the lips and gently extending towards the corners. Solid lipsticks are easy to apply. They are generally very creamy. They can be applied directly to the lips. They last a little less well and for a shorter time than liquid lipsticks, but some models are designed for "long-lasting" wear. Balms are both moisturizing treatments and products for coloring the lips. They are discreet, but their staying power is light. As they are "caring," they can be applied several times a day.

Choosing the right lipstick finish

Lipstick can be matte, semi-matte, or glossy. Matte lipstick is sophisticated and generally very opaque. It's perfect for those who want to add modernity to their makeup. But it has the disadvantage of dulling the complexion. Matte lipstick has good staying power, but if it doesn't contain a moisturizer or nourishing treatment, it tends to dry out the lips. It highlights the slightest flaw and must be applied to well-prepared, exfoliated, and regularly hydrated lips. Matte lipsticks are easy to pair with a classic look. The velvety texture holds well on the lips. Therefore, avoid matte lipstick if your lips have small fine lines. Don't choose matte if your lips are thin. Semi-matte lipstick is classic and easy to apply. It comes in a wide variety of colors and can be applied to lips that have imperfections. When it's creamier, semi-matte lipstick doesn't weigh down the lips. Gloss is a mirror-like, shiny lipstick. It's the ideal choice for a sexy look. It's ultra-simple to use as it's generally transparent. Glossy lipstick is perfect for a modern and bold look. Their shine is intense.

Lipsticks that are also treatments?

Le Rouge Français lipsticks are not just lipsticks. They are made with plant-based colors such as hibiscus, madder, Damask rose, annatto... Red algae is at the heart of a vegan and bio-sourced collection. These lipsticks color the lips in the most beautiful way but also protect, nourish, moisturize, and regenerate them. They allow you to benefit from the corporal and biological properties of plants. Shea butter, sunflower, castor, and apricot oils are moisturizing and antioxidant. Vegetable waxes from rice, candelilla, or carnauba are softening and protect the upper layers of the epidermis.