Lipstick as a Blush, Eye Shadow and Concealer

One lipstick, three jobs. When your make-up bag is small or you're traveling light, a good lipstick can stand in for your blush, your eye shadow, and even your concealer. Here's how.

Lipstick as a blush

You may already know this trick: a red or orange lipstick works beautifully as a cream blush. Just make sure to use a matte or creamy formula — those spread easily and sit comfortably on the skin.

Lipstick as eye shadow

Another creative use is applying lipstick to your eyelids as a shadow — it brightens your eyes with almost no effort. For a modern glossy look, try a shiny formula like the Dermacol Crystal Crush Diamond Lip Gloss. One caveat: we don't recommend this trick if your eyelids are very oily.

Lipstick under the eyes

Did you know lipstick can work as a color corrector? A red or orange shade helps neutralize dark under-eye circles and pigment spots before you apply your foundation — a favorite trick of make-up artists. A matte formula like Dermacol Pretty Matte Lipstick is ideal here.

Mini FAQ

Which lipstick formula works best as a blush?
Matte or creamy ones — they blend easily and feel comfortable on the skin. Avoid very glossy formulas for cheeks.

Why use red or orange lipstick under the eyes?
Warm red and orange tones neutralize the blue and purple of dark circles before you layer foundation or concealer on top.

Where to buy

Browse our full lipstick collection at fabledlook.com — we ship internationally, and if you'd like help picking a shade, just send us a message.