Beauty Makeup Face Lips The Secret to Perfect Red Lips By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. InStyle's editorial guidelines Published on April 5, 2012 @ 02:30PM Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Jordan Strauss/WireImage Minka Kelly gave her classic red lip look a modern edge with a swipe of shiny gloss. But here’s the secret to mastering the standout color: Red lipstick looks best with a clean shape, so be sure to line lips with a nude lip liner before puckering up. Choose a liner that is slightly lighter than your lipstick, but in the same color family so the two shades blend together. Crimson lip liner may come off as harsh, and if it’s not a perfect match, the effect will have too much contrast. Finish by smoothing a clear gloss over your pout, and apply eye makeup with a light hand. See more celebrity-inspired lipstick ideas! MORE:• Natalie Portman's Charity Lipstick• Coming Soon: Marc Jacobs Makeup• The 25 Best Spring Products Under $25