Nothing brightens a gray February day like a swipe of juicy red lipstick. There are thousands of options to choose from, but only a few tried and true favorites make it to cult status. Whether you prefer a classic deep matte or a modern sleek gloss, your match is out there. Read on for some of the most popular reds for date night– or just for you.
#1. Mac
Mac’s Ruby Woo
A classic staple, Mac’s Ruby Woo is a “vivid blue-red,” and is known to be universally flattering on all skin tones. Its rich pigmentation lends to long-lasting color and gives major French girl vibes.
#2. Pat McGrath
MatteTrance Lipstick
The queen of makeup artistry herself created a cosmetics line. What more can we say? Of course the products are the absolute best. The MatteTrance lipstick is known for its featherweight consistency and has a unique oil-infused powder formula that conditions lips as it colors. Try the cult favorite Elson 2- a fiery red with orange undertones. Worth it just for the chic little tube it comes in.
#3. YSL
YSL’s Hybrid Glossy Stain
Need more shine, but still want vibrant color? YSL’s hybrid Glossy Stain gives the texture and shine of a gloss while delivering the long lasting results of a lip stain. Rouge Laque #9 packs a candy apple red punch.
#4. Fenty
Stunna Lip Paint in Uncensored
Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty was a blowout success upon hitting the market – and with good reason. The line offers a huge array of inclusive shades, and made such an impact that Time Magazine named the brand one of the 25 Inventions of the Year. We love this
#5. CoverGirl
A classic drugstore brand, CoverGirl’s Outlast All Day in Your Classic Red is an affordable, long-lasting red that comes with a slick moisturizing top coat. The formula is “Leaping Bunny Certified,” meaning it will never be tested on animals – major points for that
#6. Glossier
Delectable Gloss in Red
Is subtle more your style? The no-makeup brand Glossier offers a delectable gloss in red. It gives high-wattage shine with a more subdued rouge; the gloss glides on super smoothly and is heralded for not leaving that tacky feeling many glosses do.
