Every woman can wear red lipstick. Regardless of your age or skin tone, there's a flattering red out there for you. Find out which are the right shades of red for your skin tone here.
Flattering Red Lipstick Shades
Fair Skin, Cool Skin Tone:
Best Reds: Cool Reds like rich reds, wine, burgundy.
Fair Skin, Warm Skin Tone:
Best Reds: Warm Reds like rich brick reds and ruby jewel-like shades.
Yellow Skin Tone:
Best Reds: Orange- or Brown-Tinted Reds like brick reds and or brown reds.
Olive Skin Tone:
Best Reds: Rich Orange-Reds. Go for a bolder color, as you can carry it off.
Dark Skin Tone:.
Best Reds: Deep Red like berry reds and burgundy reds.
Mix Your Own Red Shade
If you find your red lipstick too bright, mix in a little brown to tone it down. You'll have your own signature red shade this way, too.