Scarlet, oxblood, and everything in between.
We all have our own ways of transforming our everyday selves into our more sophisticated alter-egos. While some of us rely on a curling iron and volumizing spray to add some sex appeal, others craft a seductive smoky eye. But if there’s one thing that’s truly universal when it comes to feeling like our most exciting selves, it’s a big, bad, red lipstick. Swiping on such a bold color can have real mood-boosting effects, and takes any makeup look up a chic notch.
That said, there are a lot of people who insist that they just can’t wear it. And to that, I say: You sure as hell can. It’s just a matter of finding the right shade, finish, and method of application. Finding the red shade for your skin tone means the difference between looking like a silver screen siren and like you might still have ketchup on your face from dinner. Once you’ve nailed that, the opportunities are endless: Add a matte to your cart for a classic look that lasts all night, and keep a satin finish on hand for a touch of glossiness that looks pitch-perfect for daytime. Here, a mix of the most iconic shades to hit the market and our newer favorites to satisfy every mood, event, and whim that comes your way.