Dark Roast
Dark Roast
Dark Roast is your 90s dream, revived. A rich, coffee-inspired brown with warm red undertones, it channels that effortlessly cool, barista energy - equal parts moody and modern.
Swipe it on full for that classic deep-espresso statement, or dot it on/blot it down for a softer brown warmth that feels relaxed and wearable. However you wear it, Dark Roast brings the kind of confidence that says calm, cool, and caffeinated.
Smooth, creamy, and non-drying, this vegan, gluten-free formula feels as indulgent as your favorite latte - and twice as satisfying.
Complete your look
Made to go together.
The pieces we would reach for with this shade. Add a few, or take the whole set.
Find your shade
Not sure of your undertone?
Three quick cues to find yours, then shop the shades made for it.
Cool
Blue-based reds & berries
- Veins look blue or purple
- Silver jewelry flatters most
- Skin burns before it tans
Neutral
Balanced true shades
- Veins look blue-green
- Silver and gold both suit you
- Skin tans fairly evenly
Warm
Warm corals & nudes
- Veins look green
- Gold jewelry flatters most
- Skin tans easily
Made safe, made clear
What's in it, and what's not.
Sensitive beauties shouldn't have to guess. Here's the full list, plus answers to what you ask us most.
What's in it
Nourishing, food-grade ingredients you can actually pronounce.
Free from
- Nut
- Scent
- Gluten
- Cruelty
- Soy & Paraben
- Sunflower Oil · gives a soft, creamy texture
- Lemongrass Oil · a natural preservative, fewer chemicals
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Isostearyl Palmitate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Citrus Aurantium (Orange) Oil, Sesamun Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus (Lemon Grass) Oil, Zinc Stearate, May contain: Titanium Dioxide, Ultramarines, Mica, Iron Oxides
Questions, answered
Why Red Apple
Makeup made for sensitive lips.
Every shade in this set is gluten-free, vegan, and free from the irritants that make other lipsticks off-limits.
Tested gluten-free
Made on dedicated gluten-free lines, for 15+ years.
Free from triggers
No parabens, soy, corn, or talc.
Vegan + cruelty-free
Clean ingredients, never tested on animals.
Made in the USA
Small-batch, family and woman owned.
- 6-Month Returns
- No-Rush Exchanges
- Satisfaction Guarantee
- Free Shipping $75+
- Since 2009
15 years · 50,000+ sensitive beauties
The Red Apple difference
Why more women are switching to Red Apple Lipstick in 2026.
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Deeply moisturizing, no more dry lips
Our ultra-nourishing formula is packed with soothing, hydrating ingredients like Vitamin E and rich botanical oils, making it the best lipstick for dry lips. Say goodbye to chapped lips and hello to lasting comfort.
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Gluten-free & safe for sensitive skin
Meticulously crafted to be the best gluten-free, vegan, and non-toxic lipsticks you've ever worn, making it perfect for your sensitivities or auto-immune concerns. Enjoy high-performance color without irritation.
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Smooth, creamy & lightweight
Unlike waxy, drying formulas, our lipstick glides on effortlessly with a buttery-soft, creamy texture. It feels weightless, never sticky or heavy, for a truly comfortable wear.
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No peel, no pill formula
Flaky, painful lips after wearing lipstick isn’t normal, and you don’t have to live with it anymore. Red Apple Lipstick uses clean, gentle ingredients and is tested by real women with real sensitivities. No stinging, no cracking, no pilling, no compromises.
- CICheryl I.Verified BuyerReviewingDark RoastI recommend this productWhat's your age range? 50-59What's your beauty style? Classic, NaturalRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoRich dark color
I decided to try the Dark Roast lipstick. It's a very beautiful color, goes on well. I think this is a perfect fall and winter color!
- MMMeredith M.Verified BuyerReviewingDark RoastI recommend this productWhat's your age range? 40-49What's your beauty style? Low Maintenance, NaturalRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoBeautiful Color!
I am always on the lookout for a good 90s shade, and Dark Roast did not disappoint! It goes on very smooth and didn't break me out. I love it!
- BBBrittney B.Verified BuyerReviewingDark RoastI recommend this productWhat's your age range? 30-39What's your beauty style? Natural, Bold, Low MaintenanceRated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoLOVE IT!
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this shade! Bring back more dark ones!
- MMarilynVerified BuyerReviewingDark RoastI recommend this productWhat's your age range? 70+What's your beauty style? ClassicRated 4 out of 5 stars2 months agoDark Roast
I had to try this retro 90’s color that I remember so well. It is authentically 90’s! It’s a tad dark for me for every day wear, but it can be lightened with a lighter color if needed. I have dark reddish brown hair, medium olive skin, green-blue eyes.
- TBTori B.Verified BuyerReviewingDark RoastI recommend this productWhat's your age range? 30-39What's your beauty style? Classic, BoldRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agoLove the Feel, Love the Color
I struggle with severe sensitivity to cosmetic products after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder about 8 years ago. I mostly struggle with eye products and, after falling in love with Red Apple’s eye products, I decided to give the lipsticks a try. I LOVE THEM! This color is a must-have! The rich brown color is something I have been looking for for a long time. I love the moisturizing feel-it doesn’t feel heavy or cakey like a lot of lipsticks. I was also surprised by how long it lasted, especially because of the moisturizing feel. It is buildable too! So if I’m going for a darker lip color, I apply it heavier—or if I’m going for something softer look, I apply is sparingly.
One thing I will say, is this is not a product to leave in your car or at the bottom of your purse. The products are more delicate so extra care there is needed there but that trade off is SO worth it!