Scientists at Manchester University used eye-tracking software to show that in the ten seconds after meeting a woman for the first time, the average man will spend more than half that time looking at her mouth, according to a report in the Daily Mail.
"For centuries, women have painted their lips red to enhance their appeal. The practice dates back as far as the Ancient Egyptians, who used red lipstick and rouge to enhance their attractiveness." said Dr. Geoff Beattie, who conducted the research.
"Our research suggests that red lips and perceived attractiveness are still inextricably linked, with red lipstick the most powerful attractor, and one that significantly increases visual fixation," added Dr. Beattie.
Looks like all the "Single Ladies" will be heading to the cosmetics counter in search of a fresh tube of red lipstick for their upcoming holiday soirees!
But you can get a jumpstart by shopping from the selection of red lipsticks below!
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DRAW THE LINE
If you’re careful and have a steady hand with the lip-liner, you can define your lips to make them look fuller, says make-up artist Kay Montano, creative director of myfacecosmetics.com.
‘Use a lip-liner to subtly accentuate the lip-line just over the edge of your natural line, in exactly the same shade as your lips,’ she says. ‘If you’re fair, the myface hi-def lip pencil in Nude (£6.49, at Boots) is a good one to start with.’
GO GLOSSY
It’s a simple fact of light. Matte finish lipsticks absorb the light and so have the effect of making your lips look smaller than they are. Stick on a bit of gloss, on the other hand, and the light will instantly bounce back, giving the impression of fuller, more eye-catching lips.
BOOST THIN LIPS
Try a lip primer, suggests Richard Hawkins of Guerlain. ‘A sophisticated lip primer such as Guerlain’s Lip Lift will plump up lips. It will also help lipstick go on more smoothly and to stay put for longer.’
The Lip Lift costs £20, but if you’re wondering if it’s worth it, you should know that it’s Guerlain’s best-selling product.
WHAT ABOUT RED?
top make-up artist Louise Constad, of beautyqueenworkshops.com, says red brings out the inner Marilyn Monroe in us all. ‘If a solid red lip doesn’t suit you, then try a sheer red, which can be much kinder and easier to wear,’ she suggests.
‘Wearing red lipstick is often a matter of getting used to seeing yourself with lips that stand out, but within only a day or two you will feel more comfortable.’
According to make-up guru Bobbi Brown, anyone can wear red lipstick; it’s just a question of finding the shade that is right for you.
This winter, Bobbi has produced her first ever really red lipstick — the candy-bright Hollywood Red (£15.50).
It’s a very flattering shade, but if that is still too much for you, then there’s an easier-to-wear matching lipgloss in Hollywood Red (£14, bobbibrown.co.uk).
And if you wear red, you don’t have to worry about teeth-whitening. If you choose red lipstick, or another really bright shade, you will find, as if by magic, that your teeth will automatically look whiter in comparison.