Red lips, luscious and glowy as you wish. This is the lipstick trend that has invaded social networks at the end of the year. Worn by the stars and influencers of the moment, how can you reproduce this trend at home? We reveal the tips.

The first memory of this trend that we now call Cherry Cola Lips goes back to childhood when Bratz dolls were all the rage... We actually remember one of them, wearing this ultra glamorous lip makeup to perfect a glam and rock look. Nowadays, it is Kylie Jenner who has allowed herself to rekindle the spark of interest for this makeup that can easily be associated with the grunge style. Coincidence or not, this spotlight comes at the same time as the star revealed her own doll on her social networks... Bratz!

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How to define the Cherry Cola Lips trend?

The "Cherry Cola Lips" trend is a lip makeup technique that seeks to recreate the appearance of bitten lips after drinking cherry soda. Yes, you read that right. It's a technique that gives a slightly tinted and degraded look to the lips, similar to what you might see after consuming an ultra-chemical and colored drink.

This trend is not new, however, and borrows its codes from the idea of ​​degraded or stained lips that has existed for some time in the world of makeup. Kylie Jenner did not invent anything, the name "Cherry Cola Lips" is simply a variation or a new way of describing this makeup technique. Each era has its own story.

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How to recreate the cherry lips cola trend yourself?

To recreate the "Cherry Cola Lips" trend at home, here's how to do it:

The steps:

1. Lip Exfoliation: Start by gently exfoliating the lips to remove dead skin and smooth the surface.
2. Hydration: Apply lip balm to hydrate and prepare your lips for makeup.
3. Neutral Base: Use a neutral base, such as a clear balm or concealer, to even out the natural color of your lips.
4. Lip contour: Before applying the color, make a dark brown carmine red outline of the lips using a dedicated pencil. Be careful not to go too far and make the line as thin as possible to avoid the vulgar effect.
5. Base shade: Apply a cherry red lipstick all over the lips. Blend slightly towards the edges for a more natural effect.
6. The Center Touch: Add an extra pop of color to the center of your lips with a darker shade (e.g. matte lipstick) in cherry red to create a gradient effect.
7. Blending: Gently blend the edges with a brush or your finger to blend the colors and avoid harsh lines.
8. Optional Gloss: If you want a shinier, juicier look, you can apply a clear or lightly tinted gloss all over your lips.
9. Adjustments: If needed, adjust the intensity of the colors to achieve the desired effect. You can add more dark shade in the center or blend further to achieve the appearance of "bitten" lips.

Additional little tips:

• Use long-lasting products to maintain the effect throughout the day.
• For more precision, use a lip brush to apply the different shades.
• Be creative and adjust the shades to your personal preferences.

This trend allows for a casual and natural look but it also works perfectly for a glamorous evening look. Don't be afraid to experiment with shades and textures to find the combination that suits you best.