Choosing the Right Red for You

Red lipstick is and always will be a classic, bold, beautiful lip color that goes with just about everything and looks great on everyone. The most difficult part in choosing which red lipstick to buy is deciding which one is right for you. There are several different shades and it can be a bit overwhelming. I know some of you just aren't daring enough to go there, but for those of you who are I'll show you which shades will look best with your skin tone, and where to get them!

If your skin is fair, go for a coral-y red; it will add a pop of color without being overpowering.

Dior Lipstick in Blazing Red - $32 - Sephora

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Ravish Me Red - $7.99 - Drugstores

Smashbox Photofinish Lipstick in Delightful - $22 - Sephora

Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick in Are you Red-dy? - $7.50 - Drugstores

If your skin is medium, true red looks best with your golden undertones. Look for words like 'cherry', 'fire engine', and 'candy apple'.

Make-up Forever in 42 - $19 - Sephora

Benefit Full-Finish Lipstick in Flirt Alert - $18 - Sephora

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Fire & Ice - $7.99 - Drugstores

Lancome L'Absolu Nu in Red Chiffon - $29 - Department Stores and Lancome

If you're dark-skinned, deep red is the shade for you. Super bright ones can seem too harsh, so look for deep burgundy and brick red.

NARS Lipstick in Shanghai Express - $24 - Sephora

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Wine with Everything - $7.99 - Drugstores

MAC Lipstick in Red - $14.50 - MAC Cosmetics

LORAC Matte Lips in Receive - $19 - Sephora

Remember - If you're going to wear a red lip, keep it simple on the eyes and cheeks! Unless you want to look like this: