£4.39, Superdrug, 020-8684 7000.
Lauren says: Fantastically creamy pencil that doesn’t feel as if it’s ripping your skin when you apply it. Affordable, too. **** Photograph: Sara Morris
£2.50, 0845 302 1234.
Lauren says: The juiciest red shade I’ve seen in a long while, though you need at least two coats to achieve the colour in the bottle. Quite resilient and chip-proof. *** Photograph: Sara Morris
£16, 0870 034 2566.
Lauren says: Sheer texture that goes on smoothly but did come off quite quickly. The pay-off is the colour – a very bright power red. You’ll need a few coats. *** Photograph: Sara Morris
£17.50, lancome.co.uk.
Lauren says: Pricey, but a fantastic shade; apply just one coat. Like a lipstick with gloss on top. ***** Photograph: Sara Morris
£10, boots.com.
Lauren says: Subtle and not overdone – more like a balm. Great for those who don’t feel so confident with a startling red. **** Photograph: Sara Morris
£27, 020-7235 5000.
Lauren says: I loved this – its creamy texture gives a dewy effect. Dab a little for a slightly flushed look or build up a bolder colour. **** Photograph: Sara Morris
