In color psychology, red represents power and confidence. It’s a wonderful go-to color to wear when you want to feel, or evoke, both of those qualities. These red makeup looks not only look stunning, but they can also be simple to recreate.
Simple Red Makeup Looks
No matter how simple the look, adding a bold color like red, can instantly add polish and dimension to your makeup mix.
These stunning red makeup looks are all simple and timeless. Our examples include: red eyeshadow looks, red lipstick looks, and red blush looks.
Red Eyeshadow Looks
The top three simple red makeup looks for eyes are one-color red matte, two toned neutral and red, and high shine, multi-dimensional red. These stunning shadows are simple and elegant while also being fun and bold.
This one-color matte red eyeshadow look is bold, yet sophisticated. This could be worn to work or on a night out. The one-and-done approach is also great for when you’re running low on time, but still want to look polished.
How to RECREATE
- Apply your favorite eyeshadow primer to entire lid. (We like Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later around $14.)
- Brush the matte red eyeshadow across entire lid. Avoid area under eyebrow arch, or apply highlighter after. (We like DE’LANCI Rose Palette #7 or #10 around $10)
- Apply your favorite black eyeliner. (We like Revlon ColorStay Liner for around $7.)
This beautiful color combo came from the same drugstore palette. This red and gold duo brightens your eyes while adding a classy pop of red. Plus, this can be recreated with any neutral shade and red shadow.
How to RECREATE
- Apply eyeshadow primer to entire lid. (We like Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later primer around $14.)
- Take a golden shadow and brush across lid just under brow bone. Go heavy in the inner corner and add to inner part of your bottom lash line.
- Apply red shadow in the crease. Go heavier around the outer corner and bottom lash line. (We like NYX Professional for both red and gold.)
This high shine, high dimensional red eyeshadow looks screams bold, yet sophisticated. This is a great way to incorporate this power color into your look. Whether or not you feel powerful and confident, you’ll sure look the part. (Which is sometimes all you need to push through.)
How To Recreate
- Apply eyeshadow primer to entire lid, up to just under the brow. (We like Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later primer around $14.)
- Apply a bold red shimmer shade across the lid, up to just above the crease line. (The Afflano palette has 10 red shade options, one pink, plus a white for highlighting.)
- Take a bold matte red and apply along and above the crease line just under brow. Go heavy on the outer corner. Use matte shade to line the bottom lash line.
- Use the white highlighter in the inner corner of the eye and brush a small amount in the middle of your lower lid to add the high shine effect. (Blend well)
Red Makeup Looks for Lips
Our top three red makeup looks for lips include a glossy neutral red, and matte cool red, and a matte warm red. Sometimes all you need to add a big boost to your look is a beautiful, bold, red lip. Every woman should have a power color lipstick in their collection, and red seems to be the most popular pick for obvious reasons.
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Adding a red lip with a glossy finish can add a bold, healthy glow to any look. Revlon color stay in ultimate wine is a fan favorite for it’s drugstore price point and incredible all-day staying power. Plus, the gloss adds an extra layer of comfort, making it easier to wear.
How to recreate
- Take the color end of the double sided color stay lipstick and apply to lips. Line just a tad bit over your natural lip line to add instant fullness.
- Use the gloss side over the color you just applied.
- No need to touch up throughout the day as this will last all the way through.
If you have cool or neutral undertones, this cool red matte lip look will likely be your new go-to. This simple, classic, and professional lipstick style never goes out of style. Plus, if you use Kuckian’s Longwear lip color, it’ll never smudge or go out of place either.
How to recreate
- Line your lips with your favorite cool toned lip liner. (We like Gabriel Cosmetics liner in the wine shade for around $13.)
- Fill your lips with a red matte lip color. We like Dinner at 8 by Kuckian for around $18.
If you have warm undertones, or neutral undertones, this warm matte red lip is sure to look stunning on you. Its a classic-go to for any woman looking to feel more powerful and confident. Or, simply for those who just can get enough red makeup looks.
How to Recreate
1. Line with your favorite warm tone lip liner. (We like Gabrielle Cosmetics in Cherry for around $13.)
2. Fill with Stila lipstick in beso shade.
Top Blush Looks in Red
The top three simple red makeup looks for cheeks include: a bold red creamy look, a matte red power blush look, and a vibrant liquid red look. Adding a healthy pop of red to your cheeks can be a stunning gamechanger for any look.
Adding a creamy red blush to your look adds an instant pop of color and a beautiful, creamy glow to your entire look. Plus, using a cream formula helps it look vibrant all day.
How to recreate
- Apply your primer, foundation, and bronzer or contour shade first.
- Take your cream blush stick starting at the apple of your cheeks and pull upward. (We like DE’LANCI cream stick in red for around $10.)
- Blend with blush brush or your fingers.
There’s something beautifully sultry about adding a red powder matte blush to your look. No need to pinch your cheeks to get a healthy pop of color here. This classic look is sure to add some oomph to any style.
How to Recreate
- Apply face makeup first.
- Take a blush brush and add your red blush to the apple of your cheek. Go light at first and build up to your perfect shade. (We love Poppy Cosmetics silky matte blush in love bite for around $14.)
- Blend well.
A little goes a long way in this powerful liquid red blush look. Adding liquid blush instantly adds a bold yet natural pop of color. This looks especially stunning paired with a bold red lip.
How to Recreate
- Apply all face makeup first.
- Add a drop of liquid blush to the apple of your cheek and blend upward. Add drop by drop to build out the best color for you. (We like BEFIVECOK in chili red for around $8.)
What Are Red Makeup Looks?
Any makeup look using the color red is considered a red makeup look.
This can be as simple as adding a touch of red on your eyes, lips, or cheeks or adding red to all three at once.
Conclusion
Red makeup looks are classic, sophisticated, and bold. Adding a pop of this power color to your face can instantly uplevel any look. You can add a little or a lot of red to create a stunning, classic makeup look that never goes out of style.
