So, what exactly is a blue-red lipstick? Simply put, it is a red shade with a blue hue base color. In other words, it is a red lipstick with cool undertones. Think of that Marilyn Monroe red lip. There are many shades of red having different base colors to them such as orange, brown, and of course blue.

Blue-red lipsticks usually look best on people with cool or neutral undertones. They can really brighten up lighter skin tones and even make your teeth look whiter! (Think of Marilyn Monroe and her famous red lips—they really stood out.) But don’t worry; anyone can wear a blue-red lipstick! It’s just about finding the right shade that works with your unique skin tone. Finding the perfect blue-red lipstick might take some experimenting. You’ll need to try a few shades until you find one that not only looks great but also feels comfortable to wear. Every woman deserves a great red lipstick, including a blue-red! Red Apple Lipstick has some wonderful options, and in this post, we’ll share our top picks for different skin tones. We’ll focus mostly on shades for cool and neutral undertones, but we’ll also suggest one for warm undertones. If you need help figuring out your undertone or want red lipsticks for warm tones, check out our other article on the best red lipstick article.

There are three blue-red lipstick shades from Red Apple Lipstick that we will be focusing on in this article:

Red Apple Red

A classic signature red, light and bright with a slight pink undertone. This glamorous red is super comfortable on the lips with a creamy and moisturizing formula; perfect for all-day wear. Wear it bold for an attention-grabbing red lip or you can apply it softer as a subtle stain.

Appley Ever After

The perfect mid-tone blue-red that is not too bright or too deep. It’s a rich and sophisticated red, perfect if you are looking for a shade that is a little darker than Red Apple Red, but not too deep.

Rebel

A gorgeous deep and sultry blue-red shade, the classic retro red lipstick. It has a beautiful satin finish that gives the lips a healthy-looking shine. If you are looking for a matte finish though, simply blot once after applying and this will remove the shine and give it a matte finish.

Best Blue-Red Lipsticks For Fair/Light Skin Tones

Fair and light skin tones look best in lighter and brighter shades of red. These tend to be more flattering on lighter complexions without being overpowering. The best lipstick shades we suggest trying are:

· For Cool Undertones- Red Apple Red, or Rebel if you want a bolder lip.

· For Neutral Undertones- Appley Ever After

Best Blue-Red Lipsticks For Medium Skin Tones

Those with medium skin tone complexions look the best with deeper shades of red, but brighter shades will also look lovely. One point to keep in mind when selecting a shade is that darker colors can make lips look smaller. So if you have smaller lips and do not want them to look even smaller, you probably want to choose a lighter blue-red color. Our suggestions for medium skin tones are:

· For Cool Undertones- Rebel, or Red Apple Red if you prefer a brighter and lighter color.

· For Neutral Undertones- Appley Ever After

Best Blue-Red Lipsticks For Dark/Deep Skin Tones

Dark skin tones look the best with deeper shades of red, while those with deeper skin tones can wear both deep and bright shades and look amazing. Again though, if you have smaller lips and do not want them to look even smaller, go with a brighter lipstick. Our suggestions for best blue-red lipstick options for dark and deep skin tones are:

· For Cool Undertones- Rebel and Red Apple Red (this also looks great as blush on deep cool skin)

· For Neutral Undertones- Rebel

No matter what your skin tone, if you have cool and neutral undertones, these are the three best blue-red lipstick shades you want to try out. Now, if you have warm undertones but still want that look of a blue-red lipstick, try Reddish Fetish!

This red lipstick is a deep pinky-red with a slight brown undertone. It’s a neutral red shade that leans more cool-toned, giving it a similar appearance to that of a blue-red lipstick, but for those with warm undertones and olive complexions.

We hope you find these suggestions quite helpful in finding the best blue-red lipstick for your skin tone. Have you found your perfect red lipstick?