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The 7 best burgundy lipsticks to suit your skin tone, starting from £10
These editor-approved shades are perfect for winter
Finding the perfect lip shade for your skin tone can often turn into a beauty challenge — what looks stunning on one person can sometimes fall flat on another. And while a classic red lip is iconic, it might veer a bit too bold or bright at times. That’s where a burgundy lipstick comes in: it’s the moody, sophisticated sister of a classic red, striking a balance between cool berry tones and warm brick undertones that makes it a universally flattering hue.
Beyond its versatility, burgundy lips are also one of the biggest winter makeup trends, offering a chic and slightly unexpected alternative for the holiday season. Whether you’re dressing up for a party or just want to elevate your everyday look, a swipe of deep burgundy adds instant sophistication to any makeup routine.
Ahead, the best burgundy lipsticks according to Cosmo's beauty editors:
One Cosmo editor says: “I saw Charli XCX using this lipstick, so I tried this lipstick...and I see why she loves it. It blurs and smooths out my lips and adds a wash of opaque colour. 'It's Valentino Baby' is the perfect burgundy shade.” —BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR
MAC Macximal Sleek Satin Lipstick - Dubonnet
One Cosmo editor says: "This formula is creamy, buildable, and smooth—like a lipstick from the future, basically. It doesn’t feel like I have something sticky or heavy sitting on top of my lips, but rather a comfortable balm that just so happens to have incredible colour payoff."—BG
One Cosmo editor says: "Ultralip is one of my favourite lip products of all time, let alone from Glossier. It's a lipstick/gloss hybrid. It makes my lips so juicy and hydrated, but is rich enough to glide on with pigment like a lipstick. It doesn't cling to any lip dryness either — a major feat for a deep burgundy lipstick colour."—BG
One Cosmo editor says: "Many liquid lipsticks can be drying, but Refy’s has a shiny finish that actually feels nourishing on the lips. The rollerball applicator makes it effortless to apply with zero tugging, and with an extra or two click, you can easily build the opacity to your ideal level."—JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITOR
One Cosmo editor says: "This lipstick-balm hybrid from Victoria Beckham Beauty is one of the most luxe lip products I own. It's full coverage without causing my lips to dry out, and the shade Play is the most perfect burgundy with hints of plum."—JH
One Cosmo editor says: "People always ask me: How do you know you love something as a beauty editor, if you’re testing so much stuff? I recently realised it’s if I start rambling to people IRL how obsessed I am with a product I’ve tested—and that happened with these lip stains. One swipe gives a medium level of opacity, and it's loaded with hydrating ingredients like squalane, hyaluronic acid, and ceramides, to keep your lips from chapping as you wear it."—BG
One Cosmo editor says: "These Satin lipsticks from L'Oréal are some of the most comfortable out there, and perfect for a long day with minimal touch ups. The shade Silvous Plait is a rich red/burgundy with a blue undertone to make your teeth look super white even if you have been sipping red wine for the whole festive season." KEEKS REID, BEAUTY DIRECTOR
Why Trust Cosmopolitan?
Jasmine Hyman is the assistant beauty editor at Cosmopolitan who covers all things makeup. For this story, she and beauty editor Beth Gillette tested dozens of formulas to find the best burgundy lipsticks based on wear time, shade, hydration, and price.
Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.
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