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Universal Beauty: Red Lips

Universal Beauty: Red Lips
By · Updated October 28, 2020
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Brown is Beautiful

Napoleon Perdis Divine Goddess Lipstick in Xenia was so smoking-hot in the packaging, these six ESSENCE.com staffers simple had to take it on a test drive! Check out their reviews, here.

Universal Beauty: Red Lips
02
Red Hot

Summer’s red lipstick trend shows no signs of abating for fall! Napoleon Perdis Divine Goddess Lipstick in Xenia ($22, Dillards.com) is one of the sexiest shades on shelves.

Universal Beauty: Red Lips
03
So Sultry

“I love long-lasting lip color – and this does the trick. This sultry red adds the perfect spice to my neutral fall look. Definitely a keeper!” — Angelique, Integrated Marketing Manager

Universal Beauty: Red Lips
04
Big Whoop

“As someone who’s always worn berry, this red was a tad too familiar for me. No adventure here.”
— Yolanda, Entertainment Editor

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05
Hot Hue

“I’ve tried practically every red lipstick out there, and this is one of the best! It stays put for hours and doesn’t get all over everything. Plus, it smells good!” — Tia, Beauty Editor

Universal Beauty: Red Lips
06
The Bold and the Beautiful

“I allow myself one bold makeup statement – my lip color. This bold hue felt absolutely ravishing, rich and right! The beauty equivalent of the freakum dress.”— Zandile, fashion editor

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07
Feelin’ Hot Hot Hot

“This red is hot hot hot! I’d totally wear it for a sexy date or a night on the town with the girls.” —Shakyna, Digital Development Coordinator

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08
Sexy Shade

“I never was really into red, but this goes well with my complexion! I’ll definitely think of red lipstick next time I step out at night.” —Stacia, Digital Sales Planning

Universal Beauty: Red Lips
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