A new season means you will likely be eyeing a new lipstick at the beauty counter. We recently picked up a few new shades ourselves, and after over an hour of decision-making, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

Assess what you have first. Before you even leave home and head to shop, take a little time to lay out your lip shades. You'll likely notice a pattern of what colors you take a liking to best.

Make sure all the lipsticks are clean. This one should go without saying, but in case your tempted to try on a sample lipstick without the proper sanitization first, think again! Better to be safe than sorry with a cold! Have the staff douse the lipstick in alcohol first.

Ask for a professional opinion. Even if you're trying on lipsticks with a friend that knows your style well, always seek the advice of the beauty pro behind the counter. Their recommendations to go a shade lighter or darker can make a big difference.

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