I don’t usually wear l/s but would like to slowly start. I’m NC40 and would like recommendations on a bright red lipstick. Not colors that’s blue, orange, or maroon based. A true red l/s that won’t dry out my lips.
Prefer brands that’re drugstore or MAC (or brands with similar pricing). I won’t spend $$ for a l/s on higher brands such as Chanel, Dior etc.
I know MAC Russian Red is popular but wondering if there are others I should look into.
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Do you want something matt or something with a bit of sheen? Like a creamy lipstick?
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Oh since we are talking about red lipsticks, I love what Angelina Jolie had on at Oscars! I thought it was beautiful red. I just don't know what it was.
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Mad Hatter: I think I'd prefer something creamy (with matte, I wouldn't want it to dry out).
Spiral: Agreed! That red l/s looked hot!
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maybelline color sensation has some nice reds- and it has the hydrating honey nectar (i got that from the commercial hehe)
i’d like to try red revival from that line
go play at ulta- they let you return stuff even if the package is open 
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In DS picks, Revlon's quality is superior. Their matte 'Really Red' wears smoothly and is non-drying. It's similar to MAC Russian Red, and Ruby Woo, but less blue-based compared to the latter and feels more comfortable. I love slightly warm/yellow-based reds; I think they would really pop on your skin-tone. Try them all, sometimes what looks best is something you wouldn't normally consider.
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luvblingz - OMG I didn't know Ulta took back opened DS make-up! That opens up a whole new world for me...lol. Thanks! :)
Chaibiskut: I'll definately try that one out. I agree that I also prefer warm/yellow based red. Cool tone'd reds don't look good on me. :( Thanks! :)
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Max factor - 820 intensely red , Its flippin amazing a true red &is really pigmented the only red i have brought &the last :)
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np 
i found that out after shopping there one day i had my hands full of stuff trying to decide on colors and an associate came by and asked if i needed help, and i said i was just trying to choose colors, and she said i could buy them all and try them and return what i didn’t like 
wowwwwwwwwww
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oh and btw they are having buy 2 get one free right now on all l’oreal stuff and they always have their $3.50 off $10 and $10 off $60 coupons in their emails and i think you can combine ulta coupons with manufacturer coupons too- you can print l’oreal coupons off l’oreal paris usa’s website!
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I like MAC's lipstick in Dubonnet...its a burgundy red shade but looks great on most skin tones!
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luvblinz: 
You’re awesome! Yep…you can combine Ulta’s coupon and manufacturere’s coupon. I’ll be making a trip there (with multiple transactions!) tomorrow.
CorruptAngel: Thanks!
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I would suggest Hazard from Topshop -nod-