A: Bold lipstick is definitely the big statement this season. Beauty experts gave the following tips to Stylist for creating a bold pout: For starters, exfoliate your lips since lipstick can accentuate the dry spots on your lips, and then apply Vaseline. Next, use a pencil to line your lips, which helps the lipstick stay on longer. If you’re a lipstick beginner, use a lip brush to apply the lipstick to your entire mouth. To avoid feathering, start applying the lipstick at the center of your lower lip. Then remove any lipstick from the brush with a tissue and use the clean brush to blend to the outer edges. To remove any excess, relax your lips and put a tissue between them; then blot from left to right with your index finger. Finish off with a clear gloss on the lips and pink blush (keep it low-key, though).

A: Overall, you want to look for creamier and gentler formulas. Avoid using soap and foaming cleansers because they can strip your skin of natural moisture. The body needs moisture just as much so consider swapping out your regular body cleanser for a creamy body wash and an overall ointment. Also, invest in an antioxidant serum, which neutralizes skin-damaging free radicals.

A: There are many pout products you can try that are more subtle and natural looking than fire engine-red lips. Your best bet is to buy a red lip gloss. NUXE Lip Gloss Prodigieux Nutri-Protector Lip Gloss – Charismatic Red plumps the lips and imparts a glossy effect. Plus, it contains mango and shea butter to deeply hydrate the lips and offers SPF 15. Philosophy Kiss Me SPF 20 Lip Balm Red also protects, hydrates and nourishes the lips, while adding a pretty color to your pout. And finally, Korres Lip Butter – Wild Rose, a paraben, sulfate and petro-chemical free formula, is a sheer deep red that features shea butter and rice wax to hydrate and smooth the lips.

A: Powder blush is best for oilier complexions, as are liquid and gel. For dry skin, try a cream formula, which will be more moisturizing and lend a more natural-looking finish.