Red lip season is officially here…
Welcome, my loves! Red lip season has officially arrived, and the holidays are the perfect time to embrace bold beauty. In this guide to holiday red lipstick favorites for 2025 in Trinidad, I’m sharing my go-to festive reds that you can find locally, plus why these shades work so well across different skin tones. If you’re searching for the perfect Christmas red lip, you’re in the right place.
Back in 2020 I shared a guide on finding your perfect red lip. Those picks still hold up, honestly. Classics never stop being classics. But as we roll into the 2025 holiday season with brighter lights, bolder makeup energy, and plenty of festive outings on the calendar, I wanted to refresh the list with high end favorites and drugstore gems.
Red lipstick just hits different in December. Simply put, red lipstick is the holiday accessory that never fails.
Let’s get into the recommendations, and this time I will also tell you exactly where you can get each one locally.
HIGH END RED LIPS
MAC Ruby Woo
Ruby Woo is the definition of iconic. She is a bright cool toned blue red with a matte finish that looks crisp and clean on the lips. This is the shade that instantly wakes up your face and gives every holiday outfit that classic touch. If you want that timeless Christmas red, this is it.
Where to find locally: MAC Stores at Gulf City Mall, West Mall and Trincity Mall.
Fenty Beauty MVP
MVP is the red that Rihanna created to work on almost everyone. It leans neutral to slightly cool and has a smooth velvet matte finish that is comfortable, bold, and long wearing. It gives you that rich soft glam energy without feeling heavy. If you need something to last through an entire family day or a long Christmas lime, MVP will carry you.
Where to find locally:
Vendome at Gulf City Mall and Trincity Mall.
MAC Locked Kiss Ink in Ruby True
Ruby True is the longwear queen! This liquid matte red settles into a rich, vibrant color that stays put through food, drinks, laughter, talking, everything. It is a gorgeous true red with a clean undertone and a matte finish that remains flexible and comfortable. Perfect for holiday events where touchups are the last thing on your mind.
Where to find locally: MAC Stores at Gulf City Mall, West Mall and Trincity Mall.
DRUGSTORE RED LIPS
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink in Red Hot
Red Hot is a bright, vibrant red with a glossy vinyl finish that catches light beautifully. It gives that fun, festive shine without feeling sticky. The undertone is a clean true red, which makes it an easy crowd pleaser for the season.
Where to find locally: Superpharm, Pennywise, Bhagan’s.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink in Wicked
Wicked is the deeper, moodier sister shade. It is still red, just darker and slightly more sultry, with the same glossy vinyl finish. A perfect choice for Christmas dinners, date nights or anytime you want something a little mysterious while still staying festive.
Where to find locally: Superpharm, Pennywise, Bhagan’s.
Maybelline Super Stay Vinyl Ink in Royal
Royal leans into a deeper wine red and gives a sophisticated glossy finish. It looks stunning at night and adds a touch of elegance to any holiday look. If you prefer deeper reds over bright ones, Royal will be your girl.
Where to find locally: Superpharm, Pennywise, Bhagan’s.
P.S. I recently did a production and lent my friends these shades and formulas to use and they raved about how long wearing this formula was!
Whether you are into the rich mattes, the glossy vinyls, or the soft velvet textures, there is a perfect red waiting for you. I hope this list of holiday red lipstick favorites helps you find a shade you love this season. I would love for you to try at least one from this list.
Comment on the blog or send me a DM and let me know your go to red lipstick and which one you want to try next. And if you made your way here from my reel, thank you for stopping by. Your support means everything.
Until next time
Charissa xx
