MAC Russian Red has been my favorite red lipstick for years, but Dior’s Rouge Dior Lipcolor in Rouge Favori 752 ($30) is nipping at its heels. Part of Dior’s permanent line, it’s a rich, full-coverage matte red with a hint of magenta, which gives it a little extra oomph.
And the oomph lasts. The non-drying formula feels light and comfy on my lips, and the color lasts all day long.
It’s pricey, fo’ sho’ (hey, it is Dior), but I sure do love the color.
PRICE: $30
AVAILABILITY: Available at Dior counters and also online
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A+
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
P.S. What’s your favorite red lipstick? Inquiring minds want to know. 🙂
eRiN says
This looks a bit more hot pink than red to me!
larie says
Non-drying, you say? Intriguing. Though I agree, that shade seems more pink than Russian Red does.
ALEXUTZA says
Really beautiful red – totally worth it.
Makeup Morsels says
Gorgeous, and gotta love that Dior packaging! My favorite red is Ellis Red 🙂 It’s a true red, and the pigmentation and formula are amazing.
Jessi says
That is pretty! I’m not sure I’m ready so spend 30 bucks on lipstick yet, but it looks amazing on you!
Jen in Va says
Very pretty, I recently got the Dior SPF 15 Rouge Serum in Red and im liking it….nit matte, sheer but buildable coverage, I dab in on sporadically when I want a red stained pucker. This one though loos marvelous.
Pang says
Gorgeous color. I’m still kinda scare of red. I almost bought Russian red when it was promoted with Mac wonder woman. Though this might be my first Dior purchase if not then I can get both the Russian Red lipstick and ligpglass for that amount. Decisions…
Jill says
Love Guerlain Greta, MAC Viva Glam I, and MAC Dubonnet!
gio says
I don’t wear red lipstick so often to justify the price tag, but it sure is one gorgeous red! It looks great on you!
Aida says
Really pretty color but I agree, PRICEYYYY.. One of my favorite red lipsticks at an affordable price at the moment is CoverGirl’s Lip Perfection Lip Color in Hot. They also make the corresponding liner in Passion. Great product at an affordable price. I love it so much I even had to do a post on it!
cady says
karen–
i can see why you love this color!! it’s great. i used my MAC Love Child lipglass ( i think it is two words! ) and thought “hmmm, i wonder why karen hasn’t used this as an unsung hero! just wanted to make sure you knew of it…so pretty and i re fall in love with it every time i pull it out!
Margherita says
Hi Karen! Can you do a post on gel liners (specifically the Bobbi Brown one) and application tips etc.? I’m looking for a good eyeliner that can line my upper lash line + waterline without transferring to the lower waterline and that will stay put during the summer and at the pool. Thank you so much!
jean says
Seriously Karen, you are gorgeous. I love this lipcolor on you! Wondering if it will fare well with my nc25 skin. J’adore!
Paris B says
Try also 444 Red Muse in the same Rouge Dior formula. Its a beaut!!
Chris25 says
Such a pretty red!
saby says
Karen, you rock ! I actually mix some fuchsia Girl about town in my Russian red to give it a pink pop ! Now I don’t have to bother 🙂
Stephanie says
gorgeous color! My favorite red is Nars Scarlet Empress.
Janet says
Beautiful! My current fave reds are Chanel Coco Rouge in Paris and Nars Pure Matte in Vesuvio. MAC’s Pure Vanity lipgloss is also awesome.
Nina says
gorgeous wearable red! loves it!
Katrina says
this color is so pretty!! it looks so good on you. i don’t have any dior l/s but might get this. 🙂 thanks for the post!
elana says
Serge Lutens – mise a morte
Vijaya says
I never could do red, but this looks awesome on you.
productdoctor says
This red looks great on you! Seems like a red which would suit many skin tones.
Marian says
That color is gorgeous on you. Karen, you are looking especially pretty lately. Your skin is just glowing! Tell us your secret!
Elle says
I love this color on you! And my favorite red is Chanel Dragon. Just the most beautiful red I have ever seen before, ever.
Instant Karma says
Oooh, you know how I feel about my reds, haha. It looks gorgeous on you! I may have to pick this one up at some point; it looks a little different from the other pink toned reds I have. I think Tigger supports my potential purchase, too. “Merf!” means, “buy it,” right? 🙂
Vesna says
It looks gorgeous! <3
Lulle says
Very pretty, and I love the formula of Rouge Dior! I have a beautiful pink.