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Happy National Lipstick Day!

Believe it or not, there is a whole community of women of color who stay away from red lipstick. When I was younger, I thought I was too dark for red lips; imagine that. Now, with a deep appreciation for me melanin, I almost always resort to a red lippie. My color of choice is ‘Creeper’ by Colourpop ($6.50, ColourPop.com). Whether it’s your signature color like Kahlana Barfield, or your exploring the hue until you find the perfect shade for you, we’re here to help you out. We asked 15 beauty bloggers what their go-to red lipstick is and they gave us all the details.

Ral Onyes

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Ral Onyes

“‘Ruby Woo’ by MAC ($18.50, MACCosmetics.com) is THE classic red to me. It remains unbeatable. Its matte texture has this powerful feel to it and stays in place all day long! I know we’re in the era of Liquid Lipsticks but to me, there is something about being able to smack my red lips together throughout the day and feel that creamy texture that adds to my confidence and sexy feels!” – Ral.Onyes

Peggy Jean

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Peggy Jean

“My favorite Red Lipstick at the moment is Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick shade ‘American Doll’ ($20.00, Sephora.com). I love this shade and how matte it is. It lasts for hours and looks great on my skin tone. It’s vibrant and bold. You definitely need to moisturize your lips before applying though, but other than that it is currently my favorite.” –Peggy Jean

Jadacy Shepard

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Jadacy Shepard

Jadacy Shepard proudly rocks CoverGirl’s Melting Pout Liquid Matte lipstick in ‘All Nighter’ ($6.89, Target.com). When it comes to lipstick she states, “Nothing says confidence like a bold Matte red lip. A BOLD red lip says, confidence, it says Glamour, it says feminine, it says I’m here!”

Tiffany Wishropp

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Tiffany Wishropp

“Red lipstick is the perfect addition to any look. It’s Classic. My go-to red color is ‘Crawfish’ by The Crayon Case ($12.00, TheCrayonCase.com).” – Tiffany Wishropp
Alma Rex-Ezonfade

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Alma Rex-Ezonfade

“My favorite red lip to wear is the Bobbi Brown crushed lip in ‘Regal’ ($29.00, Sephora.com)! Love it because it glides on smoothly, is the perfect red for my skin tone and is also very moisturizing. Being a girl that doesn’t wear lipstick often, a good red lipstick elevates my looks on the days I need the extra boost of confidence without too much. It really is the perfect accessory!” – Alma Rex-Ezonfade
Lacey Watson

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Lacey Watson

“My red lipstick from Lancome is called ‘Caprice’ ($32.00, Lancome.com) it makes me feel sexy, confident and bossy!” –Lacey Watson
Shakirah Glam

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Shakirah

“My favorite red is Doses of Color ‘Hot Fire'($18.00, DosesofFire.com)!” – Shakirah
What’s your favorite red lipstick? Share with us in the comment section!