Science Proves That Red Lipstick is Sexy!
Marilyn said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but science says differently now! If you’re looking to get your man’s attention, you might want to pick up Monroe’s signature red lipstick instead.
According to a recent “Study” science has proven that red lipstick is the sexiest lip color!
The University of Manchester released a study yesterday proving that red lipstick really is the sexiest lip color. To prove it, scientists tracked the eye movements of men as they looked at women wearing red lipstick, pink lipstick and no lipstick and found that they looked the longest at women wearing red lipstick – almost three times longer than they looked at women wearing none.
So, that does it! Red lipstick it is! In case you don’t already have that perfect shade of red, we searched for the best, truest red lipsticks available and compiled a list for you so you don’t have to waste time researching. Yes, we love you that much.
Here Are The Best Shades of Red Lipstick:
Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in 69, F-Bomb and Manic
Let them eat cake…and keep their lipstick intact in the process. Introducing Revolution Lipstick – a luxe, badass take on the notion of a “classic lipstick.” The brand’s proprietary Pigment Infusion System gives this formula creamy texture, insane color payout and non-drying extended wear. It applies smoothly – no dragging or skipping here – and with three fierce shades of red in the line, there’s one bound to flatter everyone. Try 69 for a bright red, F-Bomb for a true red, and Manic for a deep, intense red. The gunmetal case looks gorgeous on your vanity and prevents breakage, while also supporting the soft, creamy formula.
Price: $22, Available at Sephora, ULTA, select Macy’s stores, Sephora.com, Ulta.com, Macys.com, Beauty.com, and UrbanDecay.com
CARGO Essential Lip Color in Paris
CARGO introduces their first ever lipstick collection with a bold red for fall. Essential Lip Color packs a two in one punch – high color saturation and lip plumping benefits in one covetable product. The formula includes Maxi Lip, a combination of peptides that greatly increase moisture and reinforce connective tissue for instantly fuller and more voluminous lips. Olive Oil, Jojoba and Shea Butter Extracts also flood lips with essential moisture to enhance the wear and feel of the lipstick.
Price: $22, Available September at CargoCosmetics.com, Ulta, Beauty.com and Nordstrom
Kardashian Beauty En-Joystick Lipstick in Rose Parade and Retro Red
An intense, long-lasting lip color with a rich creamy formula that glides on easily to create bold, beautiful lips. A precise tip makes professional-quality application a breeze and eliminates the need for lip liner.
Price: $8.99, available at ULTA, CVS and Sears.
L’Oréal Paris Colour Caresse Wet Shine Stain in Endless Red
This lightweight red lip stain is designed to deliver long-lasting color with a glossy, high-shine. Never heavy and never drying, the weightless formula glides on for a unique and bold, red lip color experience. Colour Caresse Shine Stain has a moisturizing, water-based formula that leaves lips soft, comfortable and hydrated for up to six hours. It contains a blend of light shine oils and concentrated pigments for clear, luminous color.
Price: $9.99, Available at www.lorealparisusa.com and chain drug, food and mass market retailers like Walgreens.
Flower Kiss Stick Velvet Lip Color in Dahlia Dahling
From FLOWER – the NEW full cosmetics range co-founded by Drew Barrymore and available exclusively at Walmart – Pucker up! This pure, intense color has incredible lasting power. Infused with Emollient oil for a rich, creamy application, this velvety matte formula will leave lips with an ultra-smooth finish and, as an added bonus, give a voluminizing effect.
Price: $6.98 each, Available at Walmart and Walmart.com/Flower
Flower Kiss Stick High-Shine Lip Color
From FLOWER – the NEW full cosmetics range co-founded by Drew Barrymore and available exclusively at Walmart – A hero product, this high-shine luxury lipstick is infused with emollient oils to help improve shine and allow for a rich, creamy application. It will leave your lips with a pure, intense color payoff.
Shades: Nude Narcissus, Morning Glory, Sweet Peony, Ginger Lily, Coral Floret, Tulips 2 Kiss You!, Petunia Petals, Rose Bud, Black Rose
Price: $6.98 each, Available at Walmart and Walmart.com/Flower
By Terry Hyaluronic Sheer Rouge Hydra-Balm in Bang Bang
An “aqua-glossy melt-away” balm that glides on, adds shine, moisturizes, smoothes, fills-in, protects lips, this red lipstick offers an unprecedented combination of color and care. Between a gel and a balm, its aqua-cream texture restores lasting comfort as it sculpts and coats the lips in a radiant splash of shine. A glossy, plumping and enveloping film adds a sensation of freshness, enhancing a radiant smile! An SPF 10 UV filter maintains the lips’ youthful appearance by protecting them from climatic aggressions, pollution and photo-aging, a guaranteed high definition protective color screen.
Price: $35, Available at Barneys.com and Beauty.com
Wondering how to apply red lipstick? Check our our tutorial on how to apply it as well as why it’s time to try red lips.