Bold, daring colors look divine on bountiful lips, especially when paired with minimal makeup elsewhere. Skip high-shine lip glosses, as they can appear goopy on larger lips. Instead, head for satin or creamy matte-finish lipsticks, moist-looking glosses, and tinted balms. Yummy!
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Spread Something Wonderful: Contagious Compliments
Isn’t a smile the best accessory ever? It’s free. It’s easy. It matches any outfit!
Only one thing can improve upon a happy grin-bringing a smile to another person’s face by paying a sincere compliment.
We’ve been talking a lot about stopping negativity in its tracks and taking a positive approach to our beauty. But it doesn’t end there, my friend. To truly unleash our beauty revolution, we must spread the goodness around by praising the beauty of our sisters.
Too often we admire from afar, or worse, let envy override our better nature. Either way, we stay silent and miss out on the opportunity to cultivate more joyful, positive energy in the world.
Let’s not let another chance slip from our grasp.
Let’s start spreading something wonderful-compliments. They are positively contagious, and I say, bring on the epidemic!
If you see something lovely about a woman or young girl, say something! Complimenting clothing is an easy start. But if you want to really lift a lady’s spirit, speak your praises about something she offers with her natural beauty, creative intelligence, and kindness.
I noticed how patient you are with your daughter. I hope to be as good a mother myself someday.
Your eyes look so sparkling and bright today.
That smart idea of yours really got me thinking. Thanks for the inspiration!
You have the most gorgeous skin!
Whether she’s a friend, a coworker, a stranger, a family member, or a regular rider on your morning train, every woman deserves to be noticed and noted for her unique goodness. When you speak up, you “up” her day and yours. What could be better? Let’s get on it!
Carmindy Fan Q&A
Q: I love my full lips, and I’m a gloss girl. What can I do to keep it from migrating if I’m not a pencil person?
—Erika, 32, Orlando, FL
A: The trick is to line your lips with a clear lip liner. This colorless liner will seal in the gloss with an invisible waxy barrier, so you’ll never have that ring-around-the-mouth look.
Q: How do I use makeup so that people will see my smile and not my braces (which are coming off in a few months) ?
—Kim, 26, Mississauga, ON
A: Choose a rich, hydrating lipstick in a floral shade, but skip the shimmer. Anything super shiny or sparkly will accentuate the gleam of the braces. A moisturizing color will make your lips look luscious and your smile contagious.
Q: The hairs on my upper lip seem to be more noticeable as I get older. How can I remove them so the focus stays on my full lips?
—Anna, 39, Nashville, TN
A: For the sensitive upper lip area, I recommend a quick, inexpensive waxing at the local salon. It’s not painless, but it’s fast and will keep those hairs at bay.
Q: I prefer a simple, outdoorsy look but want to try a little color. What should I try?
—Katrina, 25, Cheyenne, WY
A: You are the perfect candidate for tinted lip balms. They offer moisture and protection with a pop of light, sheer color.
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