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Top 5 Red Lipsticks | DRUGSTORE EDITION


Hi guys!

Ok so I had to include six plus one honorable mention but these are the red lips that I swear by and reach for any day where I might need a pickmeup. There is something so glamorous about a classic red lipstick for any occasion. Jeans and a tee? Red lip looks great! Little black dress? Red lip looks great!
Here are my top drugstore picks!

Take a look!

Honorable Mention: L’Oreal Colour Riche Le Matte in 409 Matte for Me
I made this an honorable metnion simply because the Le Matte line from L’Oreal was a a limited edition line from last winter. This shade is a beautiful matte bright red/pink. On some skin tones it pulls more red but on me it looks more fushia. I also love the packaging as it is part lipstick, part lip liner, which makes it super easy to apply (which is not the case for most bold colors)

Here is Matte for Me swatched


6) Rimmel Moisture Renew in 560 As You Want Victoria
This is a color very similar to the L’Oreal Le Matte but in a cream shine version. It has great color pay off and the added benefit of not feeling overly dry how some matte shades tend to feel. 
Find it here

5) Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm in 240 Striking
This is a wonderful matte red shade from the Revlon Balm Stain range that I am obsessed with. This is a more blue based red so it makes your teeth look more white than yellow. It also lasts a really long time, through meals and beverages! 
Find it here

4) Revlon Lip Butter in 035 Candy Apple
This is a great option for those who are only getting their toes wet with bolder lip colors or for days when you need a swipe-and-go lipcolor. The Lip Butters are very pigmented and creamy but can be worn more sheer if needed. 

Find it here

3) Rimmel Show Off Lip Laquer in 400 Big Bang
This is the most high maintenance option of the bunch. It gives the best color pay off and pigmentation because it is a laquer but will smear if you are not careful. However the bright glossiness and BANG factor is totally worth the extra care needed while applying it.
Find it here 

2) Rimmel Kate Lasting Finish in 01
This is the most classic red of the group and one of my tip top favorites. It is a blue based red that makes your teeth look extra white and it lasts a good while without ever feeling dry or caky on the lips. 
Find it here


1) Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balmstain in 045 RomanticR
This is my number one go-to red lip! It is easy to apply, looks great both formal and casual looks, and lasts for hours upon hours without needing reapplication. I can’t sing its praises enough
Find it here

Here are swatches of the bunch
(Left to Right)
Romantic, Kate 01, Big Bang, Candy Apple, Striking, As You Want Victoria

What are your favorite drugstore lip colors?
Are you a red lip wearer on the daily or only for special occasions?
Let me know in the comments!


Until next time,
Ana Luiza

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2 Comments

  1. Girl and the Polka Dot wrote:

    Have to try all these!

    Mel
    http://girlandthepolkadot.blogspot.com/

    Posted 10.21.14
    • Ana Luiza wrote:

      Definitely give them a try and let me know what you think!

      Posted 10.21.14

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