Our picks for the best 22 red lipstick picks to shop from matte, glossy, and liquid formula.
Plus what to look for when shopping for reds.
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You want something that stays put and doesnt bleed outside the lip line, says Benjamas.
Its long-wearing with up to 16 hours of wear and is completely transfer-proof and smudge-proof.
Unbreakable is a bold warm-toned red that looks great on any skin tone.
NYC-based makeup artist
Its ultra-pigmented, wont flake or cake throughout the day, and is the ultimate cherry-red color.
Its full-coverage and comes in a blue-toned red that complements all skin tones.
It has a buildable consistency that gives you a vampy, dimensional finish without looking flat.
It has a long-wearing matte finish and only takes a swipe or two to fully saturate the lips.
I would avoid a color that cracks or doesnt apply evenly, says Figueroa.
The pigment + consistency
The richer the pigment, the fewer touch-ups youll need, says Benjamas.
She also says that she likes to look for lipsticks that are comfortable to wear and non-drying.
The undertones
Undertones are also extremely important when choosing red lipstick.
Start with exfoliated and moisturized lips, says Benjamas.
NYC-based makeup artist
Red lipstick is such a bold statement, and its versatile for any occasion.
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