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From ruby to burgundy (and everything in between).

Mine is, without a doubt, a red lip.

Byrdie Editor Red Lip Combos

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And I get it: It can be an intimidating color to incorporate into your makeup routine.

For brows, I always grab my tried and true NYXMicro Brow Pencil($11).

It’s a rich matte formula that doesn’t dehydrate my lips.

Jasmine Phillips standing against a brick wall, hair pulled back and wearing burgundy lipstick

Jasmine Phillips

It’s my go-to when I want to feel sophisticated and effortless."

It’s the perfect blue-red hue, and I love the glossy vinyl finish.

Once it’s applied, it doesn’t move whatsoever.

Ali Webb with a glossy red lip and shimmering eyeshadow

Ali Webb

Close up of Star Donaldson in red lipstick, headphones over her ears

Star Donaldson

Hallie Gould wearing red lipstick and a black dress, her hair long and straight

Hallie Gould

Close up of Eden Stuart with red lipstick and winged eyeliner

Eden Stuart

Holly Rhue wearing a blue-red lipstick

Holly Rhue

Close up of Bella Cacciatore wearing a brick red lipstick

Bella Cacciatore

Olivia Hancock in a bright red lip, the rest of her makeup subdued

Olivia Hancock