The formula to finding the best red lipstick includes patience, a solid preference, and, of course, confidence. Below, we give you a rundown of the basic types of red lipsticks to help you decide which one suits you perfectly. (Or better yet, why not get them all?)
Classic Reds
IMAGE MAC, NYX, Guerlain
MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo, P1100, Rockwell; NYX Matte Lipstick in Perfect Red, P390, SM Megamall; Guerlain Rouge G Lipstick in Garconne, Rustan's
A classic red lip comes in the form of a blue-toned lipstick that is neither too bright nor too dark. It's the type of red that you'll never get tired of wearing and will always go with your cat-eye and litte black dress. Often seen on pin-up poster girls and Audrey Hepburn's old photographs, a blue-red might just be what you're looking for.
Fire Engine Reds
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NARS Semi-Matte Lipstick in Heatwave, P1650, Glorietta 4; Smashbox Be Legendary Matte Lipstick in Fireball, P1150, Beauty Bar; MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger, P1100, Rockwell
For the bold girls who like striking colors that give the face a pop of color, a red lipstick with strong orange undertone is for you. It may be the complete opposite of a dark lip given the bright shade, but it will make a statement just the same.
Lip Crayons
IMAGE ELF, Revlon, NARS
E.L.F. Matte Lip Color in Rich Red, P269.75, Watsons; Revlon Matte Balm in Fiery, P575, Watsons; NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Cruella, P1450, Greenbelt 4
Red lip novices should know that the perfect red lip either takes work or no work at all, so you should tread gently. Start your red lip journey right with a pigmented red lip crayon that will help you achieve solid color and a well-sculpted kiss.
Sheer Reds
IMAGE NARS, Maybelline, Clinique
NARS Sheer Lipstick in Manhunt, P1650,Glorietta 4; Maybelline Color Show Satin Lipstick, P165, Watsons; Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey, P1100, Rustan's
Not all red lips have to be perfect and bold. You can choose to make yours look natural and barely-there with sheer formulas that achieve the same complexion-enhancing and awakening effect. With these lipsticks, you can never go overboard.
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