Hey friends hey! Happy Friday to ya ๐ I am so excited to get to the weekend so I can play catch up and get prepared for NYC next weekend! I’ll be heading to the Her Conference with one of my BFFs, meeting up with some awesome blogger babes and get some much needed inspiration. My first step to prepping isย s h o p p i n g,ย obviously. For those who have been, what was the most comfortable outfit to wear all day? I’m thinking simple romper style with pumps and then change to sneakers/sandals when walking from the hotel to the conference. We’ll be staying at the Yotel in NYC and I am pumped! A few of my blogger friends have stayed there and I can’t wait to share a fun recap with y’all.
Anyway, one of the main questions I get when it comes to beauty products is about lip colors. If you’ve even been following me for even a week, you can probably tell that red lips are my favorite! I have tried other lip colors and usually play around with some for fun, but red/various shades of red are my go-to for work, play, church, celebrations and everything in between. Today, I want to share 5 red shades that I literally cannot live without!
100 Degrees by Urban Decay from the Summer 2018 Beached collection! This color is technically considered a bright coral-pink but is the perfect sheer red for me. I love this color for light makeup days and light application because it leaves me a light red stain and adds a fun pop or color when freshly applied. UD is always amazing in my book because they are 100% cruelty-free! This color sells for $18 at Ulta!
Veronica from Jesse’s Girl:ย Rub red with shiny finish. Y’all, this is one of the best reds I have used. I started using Jesse’s Girl products a few months back and love love love their quality. This is my red lip for work/presentations because it doesn’t leave my lips feeling sticky/sticking together when I speak for long periods of time. The color is only $5 and they are also a cruelty free brand!
NYX Strictly Vinyl Lip Gloss in Bad Girl: Super pigmented, date night red. Y’all, this gloss is hands down my favorite! This is not a normal bright, vibrant red but more of a deep, sexy red for a night on the town. I love that this color stains my lips because after the color has started to fade, I can add a clear gloss on top and still have the vibrant red underneath. As a darker skin women, finding ultra pigmented makeup can be so difficult but NYX literally hit this one out of the park. This color is always in my purse and you only need a little to make a big statement. Right now NYX has BOGO 50% Off + a free setting spray with purchases over $15. I would run to this sale N O W!
Ready? by Urban Decay part of their summer 2018 Born to Run collection. Okay, this one is a little out of my comfort zone since it is more of a mauve/ roseย metallized color but I love it! If you’re searching for a deep pink sparkling shade for all day wear, you’ll absolutely love this! As mentioned above, UD is cruelty-free and widely available at Ulta and Sephora.
Maybelline 630 Red Revolution: Y’all, I had to save the best for last. This color was actually the first red lipstick I purchased for myself and I will forever overstock this color in my beauty bag. This color is insanely overused in my life as my everyday red lip color because the color is long lasting, bright and super affordable. When I was competing in high school and college, this was the color we would all get for shows because it looks great on all skin tones! You can find this color at any drug store and here for less than $4.
Well friends, I am so excited that you stopped by to read! I have been wanting to hit publish on this post forever and share my red lipstick gems. If red is your color, what is your favorite shade? I would love to know below! Have a lovely weekend -xo, Azanique <3
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I love a good red lipstick! I can’t remember the name of the shade, but it’s from Urban Decay and it’s a deep red, but the same vibrancy as the Maybelline one you shared last!
I love a good red lippy! Thanks for sharing!
Me too! Thank you
Red lipticks are my favorite! Definitely going to try those colors!
Love all these shades of red โค
Me too babe!
You know surprisingly, I don’t own a single red lipstick. I need to change that. Love these shades.
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I’m more of a pink/mauve lipstick gal but these shades are so pretty! I am loving the shade Ready? from UD!
Ahhh I love me a good red lipstick! Makes me feel so powerful!
Me too girl!
That Maybelline red is GORGEOUS! If I’m not wearing a nude, I’m probably wearing a red and it’s most likely NARS Dragon Girl or Too Faced Lady Balls. But I also love CoverGirl’s Hot Passion and am starting to really enjoy Clarins Red Water ๐
I need to try those! I don’t have nay NARS colors
These shades of reds are gorgeous! I love red lipsticksโค๏ธ
NYX Vinyl is the lifesaver of all lipsticks. Seriously.
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I totally agree! So pigmented
You sure know a red lip! Thanks for the suggestions!
Those are such great lip colors. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks for stopping by!
Love these lipstick colors!!! So cute!! Great palette too
Ahhh I’ve been wearing the “Ready?” shade nonstop since getting my package from UD! Their lipsticks never cease to win me over! I love the shade and the shimmer! Thanks for sharing this fun round-up!
love me a good red lippie! so classic and great all year round. need to check out these shades you’ve recommended!
Red lipstick is the best! Love all of these colors!
Honestly loving all of these! I still haven’t found the perfect red for me but you’ve inspired me to keep looking and to try these out! Thanks love!
xo Laura Leigh
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I love a good red lippie. I’ll have to check some of these. Thanks for sharing.
Xx, Nailil
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Ooh I love a good red lip!
Whitney
All of these colors are BEAUTIFUL! And just perfect for you ๐
Thank you!
So many great red lipsticks! I love the NYX and Urban Decay one too!
Lizzie
http://www.lizzieinlace.com
So many great picks! Love the NYX onen
I love red lipstick! I used to have the hardest time finding red lipsticks that looked good with my darker skin. I’ll definitely have to check out these options! There are so many great choices.
Love a good red lip!! Great picks!
All of these are so pretty! I migrate towards red and berry tones, so I’m loving them!
Iโm going to have to try out that NYX one. Looks like it might complement my undertones.
I seriously feel like red lipstick gets all over my face (more so than other shades). Like, not on my lips, my teeth, my nose if I’m really talented that day. But these colors are all so pretty! ๐
I am always looking for the perfect red lipstick! will try these
You will love all of these
Loving the gorgeous lip shades! I stayed at Yotel once before and wasn’t a fan– it was weird to have to go from the downstairs lobby, to another lobby then finally up to your room. The rooms are also SUPER tiny, which is fine if you’re not in your room much, but the lack of closet space or an actual closet killed me. Hopefully your experience will be better than mine!
You rock red so well!! I can not rock any colour lipstick! lol
While I do not wear lipstick, I am sharing this with my Fiancee!!
She’ll love it!
that 100 Degrees UD lipstick is perfect!! It’s been my favorite lately
I love a good red lip! I usually go with Stilla!
I love a good red lipstick! I have the Jesse’s Girl veronica and love it.
Me too girl! That is my favorite color from them
All of these shades are so beautiful! Nothing beats a red lip in my opinion! xo
Red lipstick is so fun! I love the pop of color!!