Our Best Berry Lipstick for Every Skin Tone

Bored with nude and red lipstick? While these are classics, we get that you’d want to venture out of that territory and try something new from time to time when it comes to lip makeup. Well, let us introduce you to berry lip color! If you haven’t rocked a berry pout, what have you been waiting for? Within the berry umbrella, there are many different shades to choose from—meaning there’s something flattering out there for every skin tone. Just think of berry lipstick as the LBD for your pout. Ranging from purply plum to an orange-y burgundy, the many berry color variations ensure that you’ve got plenty of options. Here, find our best berry lipstick for every skin tone so that you can create a gorgeous makeup look that flatters you.

our best berry lipsticks for every skin tone

With handfuls of lipstick colors being classified as berry, it might seem tough to find the perfect fit. We’re here to make it easier than ever to find your new favorite lippy.

1. Cranberry Lipstick

A touch bluer than your typical classic red, cranberry lipstick can have a super-flattering effect on your face.

Looks best on: EVERYONE! While the blue undertones in this berry lipstick look especially gorgeous when paired with cool undertones, it can be worn beautifully on all skin tones.

Lipstick pick: L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lipcolour in Blushing Berry

2. Oxblood Lipstick

First seen all over fashion runways, this vampy hue has made its way into everyday life for a gorgeously contrasting look. The deep, blue-based red will instantly give your look a dramatic flair—it’s not for the faint of heart!

Best for: EVERYONE! Although this lippy is blue-based, it’s actually a universally flattering shade for all the dark lipstick-lovers of the land.

Lipstick pick: L’Oréal Paris Infallible Pro-Matte Liquid Lipstick in Stirred

3. Plum Lipstick

If you like to make a statement with your makeup, plum lipstick is the perfect berry for you. Just Whether you want to go sheer, shimmery, or totally matte hue, you’ll rock the look!

Best for: cool undertones

Lipstick pick: L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Matte Lipstick in Berry Matte Pink

4. Raspberry Lipstick

Not quite ready for the darkness of a traditional red berry? Opt for raspberry instead! This deep, rosy pink hue looks especially gorgeous on warm medium to dark skin. It adds just enough color while still looking somewhat natural.

Best for: warm undertones

Lipstick pick: L'Oréal Paris Colour Riche Lipcolour in Raspberry Rush

5. Sheer, Shiny Berry Lipstick

Want to rock a beautiful berry without going totally opaque? It’s totally doable! When opting for a sheer berry shade, you’ll be able to amp up the natural tone of your lips with just enough berry to get your point across.

Best for: cool undertones

Lipstick pick: L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Shine Lipstick in Glassy Garnet

6. Strawberry Lipstick

Think: classic red with just a touch more orange. The addition of orange undertones in this color can add warmth to any look.

Best for: warm undertones

Lipstick pick: L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Shine Lipstick in Lacquered Strawberry

7. Metallic Mulberry Lipstick

While shiny, matte, and cream formulas are gorgeous in their own right, there’s no denying that an ultra-shimmery shade is a welcome addition to any lip color collection. And what better way to get in on the metallic trend than with this dark berry hue?

Best for: cool undertones

Lipstick pick: L’Oréal Paris Infallible Paints/Lips Metallics in Smoldering Eclipse

Now that you know which lip makeup products to consider, allow us to let you in on a little secret: if you want your berry pout to look its absolute best, before applying any color, try buffing your pout with the L’Oréal Paris Pure-Sugar Nourish & Soften Face Scrub first. This scrub will help dislodge any dead skin that could get in the way of your oh-so-pretty pout.

Looking for even more colors to add to your lipstick collection? Check out our article, Our Best Nude Lipstick for Every Skin Tone.