5 Popular Lipstick Shades That Look Awesome on Everyone

MAC calls this a vivid red with blue undertones and a true matte finish. We call it the most universally flattering red ever—and it's got the sales to back that up. According to the brand, it's the number-one-selling shade in the U.S. "Ruby Woo is the Little Black Dress of makeup," Gregory Arlt, director of makeup artistry for MAC, once told Glamour. "It's an essential red that's chic, matte, sophisticated, playful, and timeless. I've only ever seen it look amazing on every skin tone and every age." Here's what our team thought.

Maureen: "I'm now totally convinced this blue-based red looks dope on just about everyone. I didn't think it would work on my pinkish skin tone, but it was surprisingly flattering and jazzed up my blah face with very little effort. It's a bit drier than other mattes, so next time, I'd do a lip scrub and balm underneath so it glides on a bit better."

Ana: "This ticks off all the boxes for me when it comes to lip color: It's red, it's matte, and it's bold but not too bright."