The Best Drugstore Red Lipsticks Under $10

Affiliate links When it comes to red lipstick, there’s no denying the fact that it’s a classic glamorous shade that’s totally timeless and looks chic on all complexions. That said, not everyone thinks they can rock the red lip, but that’s actually not true.

Red lipstick is for everyone, people. Whether it’s a bold, look-at-me red that pops or an easy-to-wear, sheer hue for just a flush of red color – you just need to find the perfect red that flatters your complexion! (like I found mine in this lipstick!)

Fair complexions should go for rich blue-based cherry, cranberry, and wine shades, while olive and medium skin tones usually look best with orange-red tones, and dark complexions really shine when set off with tangerine and maroons. 

Ahead, 10 red lipsticks, all under $10 — with every kind of formula and hue variation. This best drugstore red lipstick list has one (or more!) choices for every skin tone, and even for the red lipstick scaredy-cats beginners. With holiday season just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to rock a red lipstick…if you haven’t started yet!

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Cherry Blossom ($5)

L’Oreal Paris Colour Riche Collection Exclusive Lipcolor Blake’s Red ($5.99)

NYX Cosmetics Butter Lipstick in Big Cherry ($6)

Maybelline Lip Studio Color Blur in Cherry Cherry Bang Bang ($7.99)

CoverGirl Outlast Longwear Lipstick in Red Rogue ($7)

L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Extraordinaire Lip Color in Scarlet Concerto ($8.99)

Milani Color Statement Lipstick in Ruby Valentine  ($5)

Rimmel London Provocalips 16Hr Kissproof Lip Colour in Kiss me You Fool ($7)

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Lip Balm Stain in Romantic ($4.79)

Wet n Wild MegaLast Lip Color in Red Velvet ($2) (dupe for MAC Ruby Woo)

Almay Smart Shade Butter Kiss Lipstick in Red Light/Medium ($7)

Let me know which of these red lipsticks have your stamp of approval? Share your favorites in the comments!