Hair + Beauty

7 New ‘Redhead Friendly’ Lipsticks for Summer

Updated: October 26th, 2023

One of our favorite parts about summer is the excuse to rock bright, bold ‘redhead friendly’ lipsticks. We don’t know if it’s due to the warm weather or the effect of an effortless look, but we tend to center our entire makeup look around our lip.

Many redheads think they can’t wear a bright lip (like a hot pink or a red) simply because their red hair is already the center of attention. Well, that’s a total myth. Redheads look amazing in bright hues –– if done right. Less is always more. Make sure to go subtle on the eyes, bold on the brows and sweep a little bronzer and highlighter where needed.

We’re breaking down some of our favorite new ‘redhead friendly’ lipsticks (focusing on reds, oranges and pinks) that you’ll want to try this season:

1. How to be a Redhead Finally Bold® Lipsticks

Yes, you heard it right. Finally Bold® is clean, cruelty-free, vegan and made in the USA. Discover three shades made for redheads. Shop now.

Finally Bold® Lipsticks

2. NARS Powermatte Lip Pigment

Favorite shades: Warm Leatherette, Light My Fire and Starwoman (pictured below)

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3. ILIA Tinted Lip Conditioner

Favorite shade: Bang Bang

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4. tarte Glide & Go Buttery Lipstick

Favorite shade: Tangerine

5. Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick

Favorite shades: Pink Wink, Hot Chase (pictured below) and Almond Hustle

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6. NYX PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Matte Lipstick

Favorite shades: Perfect Red, Mauve and Sierra (pictured below)

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7. Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color 

Favorite shade: Uncensored

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Which shade will you be wearing with your gorgeous red hair? Share below!

Rock it like a Redhead!

READ: 7 Summer Makeup Tips for Redheads

Pictured: Jessica Chastain at Ed Sullivan Theater in NYC on June 25, 2018