Makeup for redheads can be spicy and sultry or ladylike and classic. With such a vibrant hair color, redheads can throw caution to the wind and dapple in some of the boldest of reds and the deepest of brown hues without taking away from their unique and fiery locks.
Colorful Makeup for Redheads

If you've got red hair, chances are you own a pretty neutral color palette. Red hair makes its own statement, so it's natural to shy away from some of the seasonal color trends traditionally found in fashion magazines and on the runway. Mixing color cosmetic with such a powerful hair color can be intimidating. The following ideas for makeup for redheads will help you use color fearlessly, all while complimenting your sexy red hair.

Mad About Purple
It's no wonder purple and redheads are a match made in heaven. Orange and purple are opposite one another on the tertiary color wheel. Both colors can be paired together at various temperatures. Purple cools off vivid orange and red hues, making it the perfect complimentary color choice for a vivid and bold redhead.

Why not incorporate a magical and mysterious look into your makeup routine by simply blending a smoky purple eye with a sheer pink glossy lip gloss and black eyeliner? This bohemian look is right on trend when paired with suede boots and headbands or long maxi dresses and gladiator sandals. Don't be afraid to go grapes! Check out Shiseido's liquid eye shadow Hydro-Powder Eye Shadow in VioletVisions for a splurge-worthy plum.

Going Green
Show your green pride with a revitalizing and earthy color palette. Green eye shadow and eyeliners really play up redheads, while keeping the look cool and pretty. Many redheads have green or blue eyes, so it's no wonder this nature inspired color pairs effortlessly with crimson hues. Whether you rock a chartreuse green eye shadow with an organic cotton dress or pair an emerald green eye shadow with a pair of distressed denim, green cosmetics are sure to flatter.

Wild Over Red
Red lipstick is the most powerful of all cosmetics. A tried and true classic, red lipstick screams confidence and ladylike sophistication. Need an instant pick me up? Go red!

Finding a red lipstick that flatters can be a long journey. Thankfully, redheads were made for this shade! Rather than fear the process of choosing the right lipstick, go ahead and take a stroll down the cosmetic aisle and find the brightest, boldest, sexiest shade of red. Chances are, that's your color!

To create a vivacious and feminine palette, pair your plump red lips with a translucent facial powder and a streak of Marilyn Monroe inspired black liquid eyeliner on your upper lash line. With retro charm and a generous dose of glamour, red lipstick is sure to dress up your vivid hair color properly.

What to Avoid

It's not easy being bold. If you're a redhead who wants to keep your palette clean and neutral, it's okay to play it safe with pearlescent eye shadows and bronzing powders come summer, and warm bisques with burnt berry hues come fall.

Although most neutrals are considered "safe"" for the majority, redheads should avoid drab tones to keep from appearing washed out and sickly. Dusty and heathery hues, such as gray, purple, and mossy browns should be avoided at all costs. In addition to drab hues, blue and pink pastel cosmetics can be tricky to pull off without distracting from your hair color. Rather than create a circus of color, pass on these precious pastels and go with more personality!

Redheads should always stick to either side of the color spectrum, rather than in the middle. Go ahead and flaunt your extreme color with vivid and rich hues, or go soft and ethereal with shimmering opalescent color. Red hair was meant to be noticed!