There are few makeup products out of the thousands that reach cult status. Take, for instance, MAC’s Ruby Woo, which is the standard when it comes to the perfect red lipstick.
Recently, though, the prized lip product received some extra love because of Maine Mendoza a.k.a. Yayadub. Apparently, when fans caught wind of her favorite lipstick shade, their clamor for the iconic black tube rendered it out of stock everywhere, leaving many Yayadub wannabes waiting for the next batch before they can achieve that famous pout.
The good news is, there are plenty of dupes in the market are cheaper, and more importantly, in stock. They may not be the the real thing, but they sure can tide you over for the meantime—or at least until this whole #AlDub trend blows over!
#1 Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Really Red
Smooth on the lips and hydrating, the Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Really Red (P525) has a bit of a sheen but still holds that vivid red you’re looking for.
Revlon. Available at selected Watson’s branches. For more information, visit their website.
#2 L’Oreal Color Riche Lipstick in True Red
The formulation of the L’Oreal Color Riche Lipstick in True Red (P400) provides a highly saturated color without being heavy on the lips.
L’Oreal. Available at selected Watson’s branches. For more information, visit their website.
#3 NYX Matte Lipstick in Perfect Red
This shade is a little more appropriate for women with darker skin tones because of it’s orange undertone. As a result, NYX Matte Lipstick in Perfect Red (P399) would come off deeper against your tan without looking unnatural.
NYX. Available at SM North Edsa. For more information, visit their website.
#4 Wet ‘N Wild Megalast Lip Color in Stoplight Red
The only downside to this tube is how drying it can be. But that may be the price of Wet ‘N Wild Megalast Lip Color in Stoplight Red’s (P299) impressive color payoff.
Wet ‘N Wild. Available at Lazada and Beauty MNL.
#5 Maybelline Rebel Bouquet in Reb01
What I like the most about the Maybelline Rebel Bouquet in Reb01 (P599) is how there isn’t an overpowering scent and it wears beautifully hours after you first put it on.
Maybelline. Available at selected Watson’s branches. For more information, visit their website.