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Our 9 Best Red Lipsticks

IN MATTE & SATIN FINISHES 
Red lipstick: it’s the original lipstick shade, and it’s totally iconic. Dressed up or down, red lipstick is bold and sexy and always looks fabulous. And whether it’s a bright red, dark red, or cherry red lipstick, wear it, and you can skip all other makeup. Clean and matte or high-shine and glam, you can’t go wrong with red lips. And the color options? Fiery orange-red lipstick. Classic blue-red lipstick. Ever-so-slightly-pink red lipstick. Each subtle red lipstick shade variation brings a different personality to the look. Which red lipstick makeup look fits yours? Discover your best red lipstick with Maybelline, New York’s best drugstore red lipstick collection.

OUR 9 BEST RED LIPSTICKS OF 2021

  1. BEST RED LIPSTICK #1: SUPER STAY MATTE INK LIQUID LIPSTICK IN PIONEER

    It’s rich. It’s silky. It’s the ultimate red matte lipstick for all skin tones. This super-saturated, blue-red, ultra-matte liquid lipstick gives you up to 16 hours of flawless, highly-pigmented red color, plus it's kiss-proof.

    Super Stay Matte Ink®
  2. BEST RED LIPSTICK #2: SUPER STAY MATTE INK LIQUID LIPSTICK IN DANCER

    Ink your lips with velvety, orange-red lipstick color. This standout, super-saturated, ultra-matte liquid lipstick stays on for up to 16 hours and is striking on deeper skin tones.

    Super Stay Matte Ink®
  3. BEST RED LIPSTICK #3: COLOR SENSATIONAL MADE FOR ALL LIPSTICK IN RUBY FOR ME

    Winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty Awards for Best Classic Red Lipstick Shade, this universal red looks good on every skin tone. Really. Plus, it’s made with honey nectar for a smooth, comfortable feel.

    Color Sensational®
  4. BEST RED LIPSTICK #4: SUPER STAY MATTE INK LIQUID LIPSTICK IN EXHILARATOR

    Va-va-voom! There’s no missing this brilliant pink-red liquid lipstick. This ultra-matte, super-saturated shade is a must for medium to deep skin tones, delivering up to 16 hours of highly-pigmented color.

    Super Stay Matte Ink®
  5. BEST RED LIPSTICK #5: COLOR SENSATIONAL ULTIMATTE SLIM LIPSTICK IN MORE SCARLET

    More matte, more intense color. This gorgeous orange-red lipstick shade comes in a lightweight, blurring formula that feels super comfy, no matter how long you wear it.

    Color Sensational® Ultimatte
  6. BEST RED LIPSTICK #6: SUPER STAY 24 2 STEP LIQUID LIPSTICK IN KEEP IT RED

    This stunning orange-red lipstick color glides on like a gloss and moisturizes while giving you all-day color in 2 simple steps. Just coat your lips, then apply the balm to seal the deal!

    Super Stay 24®
  7. BEST RED LIPSTICK #7: SUPER STAY INK CRAYON LIPSTICK IN OWN YOUR EMPIRE

    Allure’s Best of Beauty Awards Winner for Best Lip Crayon, this matte pink-red lipstick lasts for up to eight hours and looks amazing on all skin tones. A built-in sharpener keeps the tip precise, so applying on-the-go is a real thing.

    Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick
  8. BEST RED LIPSTICK #8: SUPER STAY INK CRAYON LIPSTICK IN HUSTLE IN HEELS

    Hustle to pick up this red lipstick makeup. Winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty Awards for Best Lip Crayon, this blue-red matte shade glides on for up to eight hours of flawless red lipstick color.

    Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick
  9. BEST RED LIPSTICK #9: COLOR SENSATIONAL LIPSTICK IN HOT CHASE

    Hot chase is so red hot. This crisp, vibrant orange-red lipstick shade is the perfect summer color, and its Shea Butter-infused formula leaves lips feeling supple and smooth. No feathering or bleeding!

    Color Sensational® The Creams

Browse all of our red lipstick shades

  • Color Sensational® Made For All Lipstick
    Ruby For Me
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  • Color Sensational® Made For All Lipstick
    Red For Me
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  • Super Stay 24® 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Makeup
    Keep It Red
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  • Super Stay 24® 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Makeup
    Keep Up The Flame
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  • Super Stay 24® 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Makeup
    Eternal Cherry
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  • Super Stay 24® 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Makeup
    All Day Cherry
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  • Super Stay 24® 2-Step Liquid Lipstick Makeup
    Steady Red-Y
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Dancer
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Ground-Breaker
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Innovator
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Hustler
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Shot Caller
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Exhilarator
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Ruler
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Voyager
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  • Super Stay Matte Ink® Liquid Lipstick
    Pioneer
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  • Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick Matte Longwear Lipstick Makeup
    Hustle In Heels
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  • Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick Matte Longwear Lipstick Makeup
    Reach High
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  • Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick Matte Longwear Lipstick Makeup
    Make It Happen
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  • Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick Matte Longwear Lipstick Makeup
    Own Your Empire
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  • Super Stay Ink Crayon® Lipstick Matte Longwear Lipstick Makeup
    Rise To The Top
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  • Color Sensational® Shine Compulsion Lipstick Makeup
    Scarlet Flame
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  • Color Sensational® The Creams Cream Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Red Revolution
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  • Color Sensational® The Creams Cream Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Coral Rise
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  • Color Sensational® The Creams Cream Finish Lipstick Makeup
    On Fire Red
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  • Color Sensational® The Creams Cream Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Red Revival
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  • Color Sensational® The Creams Cream Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Crimson Race
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  • Color Sensational® The Creams Cream Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Hot Chase
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  • Color Sensational® The Mattes Matte Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Smoking Red
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  • Color Sensational® The Mattes Matte Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Raging Raisin
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  • Color Sensational® The Mattes Matte Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Copper Rose
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  • Color Sensational® The Mattes Matte Finish Lipstick Makeup
    Divine Wine
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TIPS ON HOW TO WEAR RED LIPSTICK

Try a classic satin finish: Mattes and glosses might be alluring, but nothing beats a creamy, satin-looking red lip. It's a low-maintenance texture to wear, as it will both cling to lips and moisturize them throughout the day. Try Color Sensational Made for All Lipstick.


Going to a party? Opt for long wear lipstick. Superstay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick inks your lips with up to 16 hours of rich, saturated color—no touch ups required—and comes in a ton of red shades.


Don't forget lip liner: Lip liner is the key to crisp, clean lips and extra-long staying power. Plus, it keeps color from bleeding.

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