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From wine and berry shades to matte finishes and shiny options, there are plenty to choose from.

It provides 16-hour wear but is easily removed when need be.

Various dark lipsticks like Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick, Maybelline SuperStay Matte Ink Lip Color, Gucci Velvet Matte Lipstick on a grey background

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The best part of it all?

It’s affordable and available right at the drugstore.

The deep brick red shade pops against all skin tones and just one layer delivers even coverage.

Pat McGrath Lipstick in McMenamy

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One layer will deliver semi-sheer color payoff, while a few layers will provide full opacity.

In addition to the versatility and high-quality formula, we adore the shade.

The formula is creamy, hydrating, and comfortable to wear all day.

Maybelline Lipstick in Composer

Lightweight and creamy, it glides on smoothly to deliver bold pigment.

The matte formula is richly pigmented, comfortable to wear, and very long-lasting.

However, if you’re struggling to pick a dark red color, understanding your undertones might help.

Gucci Matte Lipstick in Myra Crimson

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And for those with neutral undertones, lucky youa wide spectrum of colors will suit you perfectly.

TheLisa Eldridge Luxuriously Lucent Lip Colour in Night Thoughtsis a great option with a moisturizing formula.

Ingredients

Just like any makeup or skincare product, understanding what ingredients work for you is important.

Smashbox Always On Longwear Matte Liquid Lipstick

This is an easy answer: everyone.

If you feel like your teeth look more yellow in red lipstick, you technically aren’t wrong.

Wearing red lipstick with a blue base, however, can help make your teeth look whiter.

CTZN Lipstick in Rosso

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Understanding the skin on your lips will help you understand what formula suits you best.

If you’re looking for a lower maintenance, more natural look, opt for a stain or shine.

Alyssa has been a writer at Byrdie since 2022, where she covers all things beauty.

Charlotte Tilbury Lipstick in Night Crimson

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Lisa Eldridge Luxuriously Lucent Lipstick

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Hourglass Unlocked™ Satin Crème Lipstick in Lynx

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Kosas Weightless Lip Color Nourishing Satin Lipstick in Star Power

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