Best Blue Red Lipstick For Your Skin Tone | Red Apple Lipstick
Blue red lipstick is that classic movie star red that leans cool instead of orange. It brightens your complexion, can make teeth look whiter, and works beautifully on many skin tones when you match the depth and base to your undertone.
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What Is A Blue Red Lipstick?
When people talk about blue red lipstick, they mean a red shade with a cool, bluish base color instead of an orange or brown base. Cool based reds often look a bit pink or berry in the tube and on the lips.
These red lipsticks tend to flatter cool and neutral undertones, especially on fair and medium skin, and they can make the whites of your teeth appear brighter. Warm undertones can still wear blue red lipstick; it just creates more contrast, which some people love.
If you want a bigger overview of all red bases and undertones, you can also read the Red Apple Lipstick best red lipstick for your skintone guide.
Blue Red Lipstick Shades At Red Apple Lipstick
At Red Apple Lipstick, there are several cool based reds that work on a wide range of skin tones and lip colors. Here are the core blue red lipsticks to start with.
Light, bright, classic cool red
This is the signature bright red. It is light, vibrant, and has a soft pink undertone that looks especially beautiful on fair and light cool or neutral skin. One coat gives a classic statement lip, and you can blot it for a softer everyday stain.
True cool blue based medium red
Radiant is a cool blue based medium red that sits between bright Red Apple Red and deep Rebel. It is bold without feeling too dark, designed to brighten your smile and help teeth look whiter while still feeling wearable for daytime or evening.
Mid toned neutral brick red
Appley Ever After is a brick red that works beautifully on cool and neutral skin tones that want a red that stays red and does not turn bright pink. It is not too bright and not too deep, which makes it an easy everyday or work red.
Deep retro blue based red
Rebel is a rich, deep blue based red with a satin finish. It gives that classic retro red lip and looks stunning on medium to deep cool or neutral skin tones. Blot once after applying if you want to wear it as a soft matte.
Best Blue Red Lipsticks By Skin Tone
Use these suggestions as a starting point, then always choose the shade that makes you feel most confident. If you love how it looks on you, that is the right lipstick.
Fair And Light Skin Tones
- Cool undertones: Try bright Red Apple Red for a classic statement or medium Radiant if you want something a touch deeper but still crisp and cool.
- Neutral undertones: Appley Ever After is a beautiful choice when you want something a little darker than Red Apple Red without going as deep as Rebel.
Medium Skin Tones
- Cool undertones: Radiant and Rebel both look gorgeous. Choose Radiant if you like a medium red and Rebel if you want a deeper, moodier look.
- Neutral undertones: Appley Ever After gives a sophisticated brick red effect that still reads as a cool leaning red on most neutral skin tones.
Dark And Deep Skin Tones
- Cool undertones: Deep Rebel and medium Radiant both pop beautifully. If you want your lips to look fuller, choose the brighter option rather than going very dark.
- Neutral undertones: Rebel is a stunning choice for a sultry evening red, while Appley Ever After gives a slightly softer, everyday version.
No matter your skin tone, if you have cool or neutral undertones, these blue red lipsticks are a great place to start. If your undertones are warm but you still want that vivid red effect, reach for Risqué!, a warm toned red with orange undertones that stays true red without turning pink.
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Blue red lipstick looks its best when the edges are clean and the color is even. A few small steps make a big difference in comfort and wear time.
- Prep with lip care: Start with smooth, comfortable lips. Gently buff away flakes with the Lip Exfoliate Stick, then apply a thin layer of Rallye Balm and blot off any excess.
- Outline with a creamy lip liner: Use a creamy lip pencil that matches your natural lip color or your lipstick. Trace the edges and lightly fill in to create a base that helps prevent feathering.
- Apply in thin layers: Use the bullet itself or a vegan lip brush to apply a thin first coat, press your lips together, then add a second coat only where you want more depth.
- Blot and set: Gently blot with a tissue to press the pigment into your lips. For a more matte finish, blot once more after your final layer.
FAQs
Will blue red lipstick really make my teeth look whiter?
Often yes. Cool blue based reds can visually cancel out some of the warmth in teeth, which makes them appear a bit brighter. Shades like Radiant, Red Apple Red, and Rebel are great options to test in natural light.
Can I wear blue red lipstick if I have warm undertones?
Yes. If you have warm skin, blue red lipstick will look more dramatic and high contrast. Balance it with a bit of cool tone in your outfit or eye makeup, or choose a slightly softer red like Appley Ever After. For an easier everyday option, try warm red Risqué!.
Which blue red lipstick is easiest for beginners?
If you are new to bold red lipstick, start with Appley Ever After or medium cool Radiant. Both are strong enough to feel like a true red but not as intense as a very bright or very deep shade.
How can I keep blue red lipstick from bleeding into fine lines?
Prep with Rallye Balm, then outline your lips with a creamy lip liner before applying lipstick. Applying in thin layers and blotting once at the end also helps the color stay where you put it.
How do I try these shades at home without guessing?
You can order lipstick samples to swatch several reds on your own lips, then wear them around the house to see which ones you reach for most often. Testing them in natural daylight is the best way to judge undertone and depth.