There is no makeup product perhaps more timeless than red lipstick. Flattering for all skin tones and customizable enough to suit every glam routine, the best red lipsticks offer a glamorous touch to your makeup by instantly elevating their appearance with a sweep of alluring color. Indisputably elegant and classic, this effect can be achieved with any red lipstick formula and finish, whether it be a liquid matte, creamy satin or a subtle tinted balm.
But, beauty mavens know that the best red lipsticks are the ones that not only douse your lips in a vibrant hue, but also deliver a comfortable, long-lasting wear that simultaneously enhances the shape of the lip contour using advanced technology and strategic pigments, offering a modern and revamped approach to the classic cosmetics bag staple. These formulas also boast versatility with their multipurpose and buildable shade intensities, which can be dressed down for casual events and the main attraction for formal occasions.
Below, explore the best red lipsticks that range from sultry blue-reds and deep crimsons to vibrant corals and electrifying orange-reds.
MAC Cosmetics Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo
Perhaps one of the most iconic red lipstick shades, MAC Cosmetics’ Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo is a vivid

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