10 eye makeup looks ideas for red lips
When it comes to makeup looks, there is no denying that a red lipstick is the ultimate power move. But what would be the best eye makeup to wear that goes with it the best? Finding the shadow that could match your perfect lips is not that easy.
If you are just dying to rock a red lip, especially with the holidays or Valentine getting closer and closer, but you do not know exactly what to do with your eyes, you can now have a look at this article where we will give you 10 makeup ideas for the best combinations that would simply slay when matched with a red lip! Keep reading to find out more.
1. The natural look
Let us start with a simple, yet evergreen and loved, look: the natural one. It is very simple to do, and you will achieve great results with this look.
We recommend just curling your brows with an eyelash curler and applying a couple of coats of mascara. If you want, you can also apply a natural shade of eyeshadow (pick KIKO Milano’s Warm Natural tones palette) just to enhance your eye while keeping it simple. And there you go, simple and natural, yet captivating and timeless!
2. The nude look
Believe it or not, you can rock a red lip with little or no eye makeup at all! It shows that you are bold, but do not want to try too hard, quite the opposite!
The focus is all around your lip and your lipstick, which shall stay fresh and beautiful!
Just apply to your neutral eye base and you are ready to go!
3. The classic look
This one of the best makeup ideas if you really wish to pull off the classic look with a red lip.
Instead of going completely nude, we recommend picking an eyeshadow with a little bit of glitter to have your eyes really pop and add a bit of fun to your look!
4. The cat eye
There is not much that is so timeless and iconic like the pairing of a simple cat eye and a stunning red lip and nothing that is loved as much.
The beauty about this look is that it does not to be complicated at all: just create an elegant cat eye (it is easier to get it done with a pen eyeliner!), put on a coat of mascara, and a bright red pucker. Et voilà! You are instantly picture perfect.
5. The “golden” look
Well, here is a holidays’ favourite which can totally be used throughout the rest of the year too, if you wish.
Pair your red lip with a gold eyeshadow and you will get such a regal, classy look that we are sure you are going to love. No need for eyeliner, just apply a shimmery gold shadow and your trusty red lipstick, then you are all set!
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Face palette with 1 bronzer and 2 blushes in matte and metallic finishes
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6. The monochromatic
Have you thought about using simply matching a red lip with a red eyeshadow? Well, it simple yet super chic and edgy.
Another little tip to make your eye really pop? Add mascara to the red-on-red ensemble and you will get you are looking for!
7. The dreamy eye
We love the look of bold, red lips and even more so when this vibrant colour is paired with soft, neutral eyes.
If you are used to wearing red lipstick, then this is a look that you can pull off and always feel comfortable wearing. To achieve a more romantic look, we recommend picking from the palette, to not look too overdone, a shimmery champagne, nude or bronze shadow. The shades could be worn alone or with black winged liner for a more dramatic look.
8. Fake lashes
We do know that red lips do not really need anything else.
That is the real beauty behind a statement look: it can totally fly solo without the help of any other product. But trends are just there to be upset and if you wish to create a little bit of balance in your new creation, do not look at adding an extra bright blush or bold eyeshadow, rather aim at giving volume effect and shape to your lashes.
It is the perfect timing to take out your falsies and apply them with at least two coats of black mascara: the effect will be incredible and will guarantee you will stand out from the crowd!
9. Smokey eye
If you feel even more daring, why not going all in and do a smokey eye?
Start by applying a mid-tone shadow all over the lid. Opt for greys, browns or heathers to create a subtle smokey base. Apply a liner along the lash line, making sure you are coating and depositing colour between the lashes to instantly pop the eye. Just make sure you smoke it out with an eyeshadow brush before it sets, because once it does, it won't budge anymore. Add final touches with a mascara, layering 3-4 coats for a full lash effect.
Finally, you can add a sparkle shadow with your finger to give it that real luxe finish. It is great for smoothing out the lid and giving that blend through the crease of the eye.
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10. Pink!
You may think that because of the red lip, a pink eyeshadow does match, however, the modern catwalk has proved us otherwise.
Whether you are going to a party or just going for a night out, you can opt for that pink shade of eyeshadow. After all, it is all about the undertones: some reds are more blue-based, and some are more yellow-based; if you are going to pick a blue-based pink shadow, a blue-based red lip will pair best.
You can also opt for lilac or purple hues for a sweeter effect. So, once you combine the hues you will achieve great results!
So, which of these is the eye look that suits your red lip the most? Nude or bold? Which one would you pick to hit town on a night out?
We are sure here in this article you have had plenty of inspiration and ideas to draw from. Not it all comes down to mixing and matching and playing around. But remember: a bold red lip should never stop you from painting your eye lids too!
