red lipstick for dark skin

Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for red lipstick for dark skin.

Red lipstick is a classic look that can be worn by all for everyday makeup looks and glam looks alike. Finding a shade of red that compliments your deep complexion doesn't have to be difficult! Here are our top picks for best red lipstick for dark skin available at Sephora.

Urban DecayVice Hydrating Lipstick

Size: 0.11 oz/ 3.4 g·ITEM: 2481745

Color: Bad Blood - deep blood red

1.4K Reviews

$21.00

I like how this lipstick went on very smooth, but is also matte. The pigment in this lipstick against my dark skin made the pink/mauve really stand out. ...My favourite one so far is Horchata , which is a malty brown with a warm undertone. It would work on all skin tones . Be a nice nude for a dark skin tone too....Great quality lipstick

What it is: A pigmented, longwear lipstick with a creamy vegan formula infused with aloe vera and avocado oil that leaves lips feeling nourished and hydrated.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Benefits: Hydrating, Long-wearing

Ingredient Callouts:
This product is vegan and cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: With a new look and vegan formula, this hydrating lipstick gives you high-impact, long-lasting color in a single swipe. The collection includes 35 Los Angeles-inspired shades from sheer pink and everyday nude to bold red in three moisturizing, vibrant finishes: cream, matte, and shine.

MERITSignature Lip Lightweight Matte Lipstick

Size: 0.10 oz·ITEM: 2759819

Color: Vermillion - warm red

656 Reviews

$26.00

this is the most beautiful lipstick Ive ever tried. I love how smooth this glides on and how it looks are dark skin. its the perfect shade for a nude-style lipstick. ...Fabulous RED...the wear on this lipstick is amazing and the red is so vibrant. it compliments my brown skin so well and doesn't look too orange which i always worry about with red lipsticks. this one is 10/10 for black women!

What it is: A lightweight, soft-matte lipstick that has a nondrying formula for buildable color that feels like nothing on the lips.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Benefits: Hydrating

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Visibly plumps lips and locks in moisture for long-lasting hydration.
- Sesame Seed Extract: Smooths and conditions lips for all day comfort.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: This lightwei

Anastasia Beverly HillsLong-Wearing Matte & Satin Velvet Lipstick

Size: .10 oz/3 g·ITEM: 2519239

Color: Sugar Plum - rosy plum with a matte finish

1.5K Reviews

$23.00

It wasn't too dark nor harsh. Also, surprisingly, this lipstick seems hydrating. ...The perfect red!! Beautiful, classic red matte lipstick that lasts ALL day.

What it is: A full-pigment lipstick with brilliant color, control, and comfort for velvety-soft, intensely rich lips that last.
Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Benefits: Long-wearing

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also cruelty-free and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: Matte & Satin Velvet Lipstick is perfection in a single swipe: brilliantly pigmented and insanely smooth glide-on, 18 stunning new shades in two featherlight finishes.

Armani BeautyLip Power Long Lasting Lipstick

Size: 0.10 oz / 3 g·ITEM: 2662922

Color: 207 Dark Mauve - Dark Mauve

1.4K Reviews

$45.00

This is a beautiful, smooth, comfortable, and pigmented lipstick. It is not drying and is incredibly comfortable to wear despite it being a bit more matte than other satin lipsticks. ...The Perfect Satin Finish Lipstick!...If you're looking for a satin lipstick that is as near to perfect as can be, then look no further than the Giorgio Armani Lip Power Longwear Vivid Color Lipsticks.

What it is: A longwearing satin lipstick that delivers ultra-vivid color in one swipe, all-day wear and comfort, and precision application with an innovative, drop-shaped bullet.

Formulation Type: Lipstick

Benefits: Long-wearing

What Else You Need to Know: This long-lasting lipstick is formulated with protective, comfortable oils and high-intensity pigments to deliver vivid satin lip color with all-day wear, comfort and a lightweight feel. The innovative drop-shaped bullet allows for ease of application and precise, defined lines.

Clinical Results:
Monadic Consumer Test conducted with 101 women in the US.
- 98% of consumers agree the product gives bright, intense color

KVD BeautyEverlasting Hyperlight Vegan Transfer-Proof Liquid Lipstick

Size: 0.23 oz / 7 mL·ITEM: 2599397

Color: Dark Wisteria - purple blackberry

2.1K Reviews

$23.00

Perfect Dark Red...Perfect red that wasn’t too bright. I wore it for a Christmas party and didn’t have to reapply even after drinking and eating. ...Perfect Lipstick...This KVD lipstick has been one of my favorite lipsticks for years.

What it is: An iconic liquid lipstick with all-day, transfer-proof wear—now in a hyper-lightweight, comfortable formula.

SEPHORA COLLECTIONAbout That Shine Sheer Shine Lipstick

Size: 0.10 oz.·ITEM: 2730091

Color: 14 Dark Aura

408 Reviews

$16.00

Not too dark and was perfect with my skin tone. The lipstick comes in a cute white tube. ...If this ever gets discontinued I’ll cry. I have soft twinkle, dark aura, pink mirage AND ray of red. Soft twinkle is the PERFECT nude for me, I have neutral undertones and it’s hard to find a nude lipstick doesn’t pull peach

What it is: 

A lightweight lipstick with eye-catching prismatic shine that provides lips with a sheer flush of color and a 12-hour moisturizing, balm-like texture.


Formulation Type: Lipstick 


What Else You Need to Know: This lipstick contains pigments with unrivaled power to reflect light, for maximum prismatic shine.Their special structure reflects the light more intensely than traditional pearls while the sheer coverage balm formula coats the lips with a long-lasting feeling of hydration. Available in a wide range of shades that compliment all skin tones with a sheer flush of eye-catching color.

MAKE UP FOR EVERRouge Artist For Ever Satin & Matte Lipstick

Size: 0.08 oz / 2.4 g·ITEM: 2797629

Color: 612 Dimensional Dark Brown - Deep Neutral Brown

253 Reviews

$28.00

I have the shade anywhere caffeine and it’s a perfect neutral nude for deep dark skin! i’m so shook by how creamy and long lasting the formula is, even hours after application and eating and drinking at a coffee shop i didn’t need to reapply just touched up the liner a bit! ...Such unique colours — the plum is perfect for fall with dark browns. Also love the bright pinks and reds.

What it is: A creamy, highly pigmented lipstick with a soft, weightless feel for up to 16 hours of comfortable wear.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Benefits: Hydrating, Long-wearing

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Passion Fruit Seed Oil: For enhanced comfort and hydration.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan, gluten-free, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: The velvety formula of this lipstick provides full-coverage co

GucciGlow & Care Shine Lipstick

Size: 0.06 oz/ 1.8 mL·ITEM: 2448876

Color: 308 Lucy Dark Orange - dark orange

747 Reviews

$47.00

The Oscar Winner of Lipsticks...Absolutely LOVE this lipstick! I’ve tried just about everything to get the right color red that doesn’t dry out my lips and look like a hot, red mess, and Gucci delivers. ...This is also great compared to other red lipsticks because it’s a hydrating lipstick.

What it is: A lipstick that provides up to 24 hours of long-lasting hydration and shine.

Highlighted Ingredients:

- Flower Oils (Black Rose Oil, Peony Oil, and Jojoba Seed Oil): Help to nourish the lips while delivering high-shine color.

- Fruit Butters: Moisturize.

- Hyaluronic Acid: Provides long-lasting hydration with a subtle yet visible lip-plumping and smoothing effect.

What Else You Need to Know: This hybrid lipstick envelops the lips with hydration while delivering a veil of vibrant, glowing color.

Too FacedCocoa Bold Cream Lipstick

Size: 0.11 oz / 3.3 g·ITEM: 2600989

Color: Ganache - rosy terracotta nude

60 Reviews

$29.00

My favourite nude-brown lipstick!...I’ve been using their chocolate bronzer for years, and recently discovered and treated myself to one of their chocolate lipsticks in shade “Chocolate Chip”. I’m so impressed with this product. ...But was disappointed after I got it as the colour doesn’t suit me at all and it has a weird fragrance. When used with dark lipshades, It makes a good lip combo.

What it is: A fully loaded, nude cocoa color designed to be universally flattering, delivering insane payoff and a bold, buttery texture.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens. It is also cruelty-free.

What Else You Need to Know: Ditch those basic, boring nudes and indulge in this ultra-decadent, chocolate-scented, rich, and creamy lipstick. These fully loaded, medium-to-full coverage nudes were designed to be flattering on all skin tones while delivering insane payoff in a buttery texture.

Fashion FairIconic Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz / 3.4 g·ITEM: 2712727

Color: Rose Wine - mauve

88 Reviews

$29.00

Long lasting creamy stunning lipstick!...Amazing quality stunning lipstick! I LOVE these FashionFair lipsticks! I have long purchased FF lipsticks and am glad that the brand has rebooted! ...Great for dark skin babes!

What it is: A lipstick with richly pigmented hues—from vibrant nudes to fierce reds and berries—that pop on darker skin tones, enveloping lips in decadent, head-turning color.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Benefits: Hydrating

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sunflower Seed Oil: Helps to replenish, strengthen, and soothe dry lips.
- Rosemary Leaf Extract: Nourishing antioxidant that is known for to soothe irritation.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, triclosan, and contains less than one percent synthetic fragrance. It is also vegan and cruelty-Free

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