You’ve found the perfect shade of red lipstick. It’s beautiful and looks amazing on you, but now what? You’re probably wondering how you’re supposed to do your eye makeup with such a bold statement lip color. Well, ladies, when it comes to pairing your red lipstick with eyeshadow, while it may seem like a daunting task, it’s actually easier than you think.
You just need to know which eyeshadow colors look best with it and see some beautiful examples of ways you can wear it!
The good news is today, I’m giving you all the deets and expert makeup tips for rockin’ a sexy red lip! Whether you want to keep things simple, classic, go sultry, or all-out glam, we’ve got you covered. So, without further ado, let’s get started!
Red Lipstick Makeup Rules & Tips
When it comes to wearing red lipstick, there are a few basic makeup tips that, when followed, will ensure you achieve a polished and put-together look. Here are a few favorites! 🙂
Tip 1: Conceal When Needed
Before applying red lipstick, it’s important to conceal any obvious pimples or redness. A rich, red lip will, unfortunately, accentuate those flaws.
Tip 2: Application Needs To Be Precise
With red lipstick (because it’s a very noticeable color), you can’t get away with a sloppy application. It’s best to use a brush for better precision and to keep the lines crisp. We love angled brushes for this!!
Tip 3: Use A Matching Red Or Natural Lip Match
For lining your lips, try to get a red that matches the lipstick exactly. But if you can’t find one, go with a lip liner matching the natural color of your lips.
Tip 4: Use The Right Red For Your Skin Tone
Make sure you use the right red for your skin’s undertone. Do you have a cool undertone? You’ll want to go with a blue-based red. Those with a warm undertone should go with warmer reds (orange-reds or brick reds). And those of you with a neutral skin tone are the lucky ones! You gals can go with either!
Tip 5: Always Prep
Before application, make sure you prep your lips. If they are flaky or chapped, red lipstick will make it more obvious. So take some time to exfoliate and moisturize your lips with a balm or chapstick first. This will create a smooth surface for your lipstick and help it stay in place longer.
Tip 6: Be Sure To Prime For Success
If you want the red to look more vibrant, you should definitely use a lip primer. Primers create a smooth base for application, ensure your lipstick hold-ups, and prevent feathering. If you don’t have an actual lip primer, try priming your lips with a touch of concealer (or even foundation) before applying your lipstick.
Tip 7: How To Avoid Lipstick Bleeding
To prevent lipstick bleeding, a liner is key! But we also recommend lining right outside your lip line with a little concealer. Not only does this help with bleeding, but it also will make that red lip color pop!!
Related: For more tips on preventing lipstick feathering, check out Tip #7 from this article.
What Color Eyeshadow Goes With Red Lipstick?
In the past, most beauty experts advised keeping your eyes minimal and understated so that your eyeshadow and red lipstick wouldn’t compete with each other. But trends are always changing. And these days, there are no 100% hard and fast rules on this particular lip with eyeshadow pairing. So why not experiment…right??!!
With that said, here are some of the best and most recommended combos, gals! This list includes both tried & tested and some of the latest trending options!!
- Gold or bronze eyeshadow with red lipstick
- Neutral shadows like (beige, ivory, brown, etc.) with red lipstick
- Gray or silver shadow with red lipstick
- Blue eyeshadow with red lipstick (retro look that’s a new trend again or when done like Look #10 in this list)
- Red or pink eyeshadow & red lipstick
- Copper eyeshadow & red lipstick
- Metallic rose eyeshadow with red lips
- Purple shadow & red lips
- Champagne eyeshadow or a rose-gold with red lipstick
- Green eyeshadow with red lipstick
29 Sexiest Makeup Looks & Ideas For Rockin’ Red Lips With Eyeshadow
For decades, red lipstick has been a popular choice that never seems to go out of style. It’s the ultimate makeup classic, and for a good reason, given its versatility (it can work with every season and occasion)! It can give the face an instant pop, add a touch of elegance, and give off a powerful, sexy vibe like nothing else!!
Well, Beauties, we’ve covered a few great eyeshadow colors to pair with a fabulous red lipstick, so let’s introduce a few examples of how you could do so.
Ready for a fresh new look? Check out these next makeup ideas!! You’re going to love them – promise. 😉
Pink Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
When pink meets a red-hot pout, magical things happen!!! Talk about the perfect duo (aka power couple)!!! Add winged liner and mascara for good measure, and can we say FLAWLESS??!!
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Hint Of Purple Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
Here’s an eye and lip trend that’s certainly taken over social media! While not everyone would think to pair purple eyeshadow with red lipstick, this makeup look proves it can undoubtedly be done!
In fact, if you want to take a subtle approach to the purple and red trend, using light shimmery purple shadow just at the inner corners of your eyes is the best way to go about it!
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Bold Purple Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
There was a time when we were all told you had to either do a bold eye or lip, but not both. Well, this makeup is truly an example of one of those rules that were made to be broken!
If you’re ready to take the “go bold or go home” approach to the trendy purple & red makeup combo, this is the look to go for! Try it for a night out, a hot date night, or an evening look!
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Related: Smoldering Purple Eyeshadow Looks To Try All Year Round!
A Dab Of Pink With Purple Eyeshadow And Red Lipstick
Love pink and purple, but can’t decide?? Why settle for one color, ladies, when you can do both, right??!! A subtle way to spice up your routine is to try a matte purple eyeshadow with a hint of shimmery pink liner in your waterline. Not only is this look ultra-wearable, but it’s perfect for creating a soft and oh-so-romantic vibe.
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Emerald Green Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
While most recommend using green eyeshadow with a nude or neutral lip, deep berry, or rosy tone, here’s proof it can be done with red too! In fact, they’re complementary colors, so why wouldn’t they work together??!! By adding bronzer to this emerald green and classic red look, it transforms into a highly wearable option during the warmer seasons.
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Related: Jaw-Dropping Green Eyeshadow Looks To Spice Up Your Beauty Routine!
Red-Toned Purple Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
For an edgy glam vibe, you can always try using red-toned purples to play off your fiery lips! Whether a deep plum blended into a burgundy or metallic berry paired with a blue-green, these next two styles show just how easily you can create a head-turning eye makeup look with just the right touch of sass!
And if, by chance, you’re a green-eyed gal or hazel-eyed beauty, you’ll LOVE these looks for making those eyes pop!
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Red Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
For an edgy monochromatic vibe, you can always try using reddish eyeshadows to play off your fiery lips! The first eye makeup uses chic, rosy red hues, while the second combines reds and copper. In fact, a copper and red eyeshadow combo can beautifully complement blue eyes.
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Shimmery Blue Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
Are you looking for some vintage glamour? Try a deep shimmery blue eyeshadow with a classic red lipstick! This look is perfect when you want to add a hint of retro-chic style and make your eyes stand out with the addition of sparkly shades.
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Accent Purple Eyeshadow With Blue Liner & Red Lipstick
Another unique way to use purple eyeshadow with red lipstick is to add a hint of blue into the mix! And this next makeup look does just that! In fact, these two colors work particularly well together since blue and purple sit next to each other on the color wheel.
Rather than using purple on your full lid, accent the eyes with a purple shimmer focused on the inner lower lash line. Then, use a blue eyeliner pencil to line your lower waterline.
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Glossy Lids With Red Lipstick
The glossy eyelid is a new beauty trend that’s gained a great deal of popularity on social media. It’s super simple to do and gives off a fresh-faced, effortless, and more natural look.
The best part? Well, dolls, you don’t have to be a makeup artist or spend forever on application and blending. For the most natural effect, go with clear gloss, mascara, cream blush, and your favorite red lipstick.
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Copper Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
Want to make your blue eyes instantly stand out? Pair a copper eyeshadow with your red lipstick to create a smoldering makeup look like this next one! Why is copper an excellent choice for your baby blues? Orange is a color that’s complementary to blue, so it creates an eye-catching contrast against blue eyes.
Of course, you don’t have to have blue eyes to pull this off. Copper eyeshadow paired with red lipstick can look good if you have brown, hazel, or green eyes too!
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Shimmery Silvery Beige Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
Silvery beige is a great eyeshadow color to balance out a powerful red lipstick. This is an excellent makeup look to try if you’re looking to add some brightness to your eyes (thanks to the shimmery finish) without outshining your red lips!
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Natural Makeup With Red Lipstick
These next ideas all work well for a soft and feminine daytime vibe, whether you prefer an orange-red, cool-toned dark red, or classic red! Now, generally, with a natural makeup look, the goal is subtle and effortless.
So, for example, you can opt for a light wash of eyeshadow in a nude or neutral tone across your lids. Then, you can apply a thin line of eyeliner on your upper lash line with a touch of mascara.
However, as you’ll see in the images below, eyeshadow, eyeliner, and even blush can be optional. If you decide to skip them, try adding a few coats of mascara, brush up those brows, and then grab that statement red lipstick!
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Everyday Looks With Red Lips
When you want to keep things a little more low-key but still need to look well put together (like for work), these next everyday ideas should help! Much like a natural look, you’ll want to stick to neutrals and browns as far as eyeshadow.
However, the difference is that you’ll want to apply your shadows more heavily to give your eyes more depth & dimension. You’ll also want to be sure to define your crease.
Related: 19 Must-Try Brown Eyeshadow Looks From Natural To Fully Glam
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Classic Winged Liner With Red Lips
Ok, so technically, this isn’t an eyeshadow look, but if you’re looking for an eye makeup idea to pair with red lips that’s always stylish, then a winged liner can’t be beat! Use a black liquid liner to create the sharp wing, add wispy lashes (or a few sipes of mascara), and apply your favorite make-a-statement red. Voila! You’re ready to take on the world!
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Bronze Or Gold Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
For something that’s both sophisticated and classic, try using a bronze or gold eyeshadow. This will complement your red lipstick perfectly and make your eyes look stunning. Here are two of our favorites that not only pull this off but will have you looking like an absolute goddess!!
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Smokey Maroon & Brown Eyeshadow With Red Lipstick
Brown eyeshadow is a very versatile product that you can use to create a variety of different looks with red lipstick. It’s appropriate for daytime or evening and can work for a natural everyday look or something more sultry like a smokey eye.
In this particular case, a dark chocolate shade that is close to black paired with a mid-toned brown and maroon will work best. We love this makeup for an evening out, a special event, or a festive party!
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Pink Shimmer Eyeshadow & Lashes With Red Lipstick
This next look is a total show-stopper! It’s the perfect balance between sexy and sultry with its deep red lipstick and delicate pink shimmer eyeshadow. To make your look extra glam, add some fanned-out lashes for an even more alluring finish. *You could also use rose-gold eyeshadow to recreate this makeup.
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Red Lips With Extra Flair (Glittery Eyes)
When you want to get creative and add that extra oomph, try one of these next two ideas! The first is a classic red lip paired with glittery eyeshadow (opt for something coppery or gold). It instantly amps up your traditional red lipstick look, as there’s just something about the sparkly eyes that makes it so irresistible!!
The second uses an iridescent silver focused on the center of the lid to really give off an ethereal glow. It’s a really great way to add a touch of shimmer and shine without going overboard.
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The Wrap-Up!
Well, there you have it, Beauties! Whether you’d like to go bold with both your lips and eyes or keep your lids more subtle with neutrals, these 29 looks should give you plenty of ideas for wearing eyeshadow with your favorite smokin’ red!
Play around and experiment with a few so you can find out what works best for you. Once you find your perfect eyeshadow & red lipstick combo, everyone will want to know your secret. Now tell us… Which look is your favorite? 🙂 Let us know in the comments below!
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