The Red Lipsticks We’re Wearing for National Wear Red Day

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National Wear Red Day is Friday, February 6, 2026. GO RED in support of women’s cardiovascular health by wearing red, sharing information and resources, and donating to support research and education. Cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer of women. Wear red to be seen, to be counted, to be heard, and to make an impact.

Facts About Cardiovascular Disease:

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women—more deadly than all cancers combined—yet fewer than half of women know it.
Heart disease is the leading cause of maternal death—and Black women are most at risk.
Women are underrepresented in heart health research, even as cardiovascular disease remains their greatest threat.

While we advocate supporting this cause by wearing red, as beauty aficionados our red picks are are lipsticks, lip glosses and, lip oils. We picked our favorite red lipsticks for you to check out.

MATTE RED LIPSTICKS

WHAT IS A MATTE LIPSTICK?

Matte lipstick is a non-shiny, flat-finish lip color known for its high pigmentation, intense color payoff, and long-lasting, transfer-resistant wear. Formulated with more wax and powder than oil, it creates a velvet-like, opaque look that adheres closely to the lips without reflecting light. It is ideal for bold, durable, all-day wear.

HOURGLASS Unlocked Soft Matte Lipstick in Red 0 $38

This is a true red lipstick. An innovative, primer-infused lipstick that envelops lips in rich color for a soft-matte finish that lasts all day.

VALENTINO Spike Valentino Buttery Matte Lip Color in Fire Red $48

An ideal blue-red lipstick! A buttery matte lipstick that delivers one stroke, vivid pigment and lasts all day. Wear alone or layer with the new limited-edition Spike Lip Shimmer Stick to add a layer of rosewood iridescent shine.

PAT MCGRATH LABS SatinAllure Liptick in Crimson Ecstasy $30

This is a perfect Scarlett Red lipstick. A modernized, satin lipstick that veils lips in weightless, silky-smooth color with a luminous, dewy finish.

ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS Matte & Satin Lipstick in Royal Red $26

A full-pigment lipstick with brilliant color, control, and comfort for velvety-soft, intensely rich lips that last.

RED LIP PLUMPERS

WHAT IS A LIP PLUMPER?

A lip plumper is a cosmetic product, typically a gloss, balm, or serum, designed to temporarily make lips appear fuller, smoother, and more voluminous. They use active ingredients like capsaicin, menthol, or cinnamon to mildly irritate the skin, increasing blood flow and creating a, tingling, swollen effect that lasts for 1–4 hours.

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Loveshine Plumping Lip Oil Gloss in 09 Cherry Flash $40

This plumping lip gloss is a soft cherry red. An oil-infused, visibly plumping lip gloss that provides juicy, glossy shine and plumper, fuller-looking lips with an ultra-hydrating feel.

PATRICK TA Major Volume Plumping Lip Gloss in Full Syringe $26

A sheer red plumping lip gloss. A hydrating, high-shine plumping lip gloss that gives the appearance of fuller, poutier, more voluminous lips, available in a sheer and rich formula.

LYS Speak Love Lip Plumping Glossy Lip Balm in Red Berry $20

An ultra-nourishing, high-shine, juicy lip balm that hydrates and visibly plumps in one swipe. Infused with a nourishing fruit and veggie blend to deeply moisturize, nourish, and restore dry, chapped lips.

tarte Plumping Lip Gloss in Ruby $27

Ruby Shimmer Glass plumper! An all-in-one plumping balm, gloss, color, and hydrating treatment with buildable coverage and a glossy plump finish.

RED LIP OILS

WHAT IS A LIP OIL?

KOSAS Wet Lip Oil Gloss in Slushy $24

Slushy is a sheer cherry red plumper. A peptide lip treatment, lip oil, and gloss in one that visibly plumps and hydrates, all while providing a juicy slick of color.

MERIT Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil in Maraschino $24

A lightweight tinted lip oil that gives a wash of moisturizing color with a high-shine finish for hydrated, healthy lips.

CLARINS Lip Comfort Oil in Iconic Red $32

A cocktail of unique oils that delivers thirst-quenching hydration, nourishment, protection, and visible repair for soothed, moisturized lips.

GISOU Honey Infused Lip Oil in Strawberry Sorbet $28

This is pinky red lip oil powered by Mirsalehi honey and bee garden oils to intensely hydrate lips and lock in moisture with a high-shine and non-sticky finish.

CHARLOTTE TILBURY Unreal Lips Healthy Glow Nectar Lip Oil with Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E in Juicylicious Cherry Glaze $28

This cherry red hydrating lip oil leaves a glossy, glass-like finish for juicy lips in one swipe.

RED LIPLINERS

https://www.instagram.com/violadavis/ — VIOLA DAVIS RED LIPSTICK

WHAT IS A LIPLINER?

A lipliner will help define your lip shape and hold your color in place. You have options with your lipliner! You can simply trace your lip line with the liner, or if you have smaller lips, feel free to line outside your natural lip line. Pro tip — fill in your lips with your lip liner for extra holding power and bolder color.

FENTY BEAUTY Trace’d Out Longwear Waterproof Pencil Lip Liner in MVP $24

This longwear, creamy pencil is made with pure pigments—laying down true-cast color that won’t look ashy and lasts up to 8 hours. The unique lineup of shades is made for every lip tone and makeup mood.

HAUS LABS Le Monster Lip Crayon Lipstick in Scarlet Matte $24

A clean, comfortable, creamy lipstick that wraps lips in moisturizing mango seed oil, lip boosting peptides and high-impact color. Use as lipstick and lip liner.

NARS Precision Lip Liner in Holy Red $26

Reach your edge with a highly pigmented lip pencil that glides on smoothly to create shape and definition without budging. Wooden, sharpenable pencil delivers laser-focus precision for a clean line while providing a long-lasting base below your favorite lip formula.