20 Under-$20 Coral Lipsticks, Because It’s Summer and You Need at Least One
More often than not, I barely bat an eyelash at Pantone’s Color of the Year announcement. The choice is usually completely off-par with my personal taste and as a result, I moan and groan my way through countless articles trying to convince me that I need to incorporate this hue into every part of my fashion and beauty routine. I wholeheartedly expected the same outcome for 2019…until Pantone’s choice finally made the right choice (at least according to me). Living Coral is giving me life and now I need all the coral lipstick I can find.
That perfect blend of orange, pink, and red is the unofficial color of summer that somehow looks amazing on everyone. Being that it is such a unique blend of vibrant tones, it’s basically impossible to not find something that works for you. And when it concerns your makeup routine, the boldest (and easiest) way to flaunt it is with lipstick. From liquid to matte to tinted balm, here are some of my favorites that also won’t cost you more than $20; a true win-win.
Tarte Quench Lip Rescue Balm in Coral
Sheer color and intense moisture packaged in the cutest tube.
$19 at Sephora
Kat Von D Studded Kiss Crème Lipstick in A Go-Go
A satin-matte neon orange.
$20 at Sephora
MAC Liptensity Lipstick in King Salmon
A creamy salmon pink that looks amazing on fair skin tones.
$13.20 at MAC Cosmetics
BITE Lip Lab Glossy Sheer Lipstick in Nearly Neon Orange
This limited-edition neon orange is also a cult fave from the brand.
$15 at BITE Beauty
Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Lipstick in Hot Emily
This vibrant coral is from Tilbury’s celebrity-inspired line and named after Emily Ratajkowski.
$20 at Net-A-Porter
MAC Cremesheen Lipstick in Crosswires
A pinky orange with a creamy finish.
$18.50 at MAC Cosmetics
Kylie Cosmetics Amore Crème Lipstick
This bright pink coral has a smooth, satin finish and provides full-coverage in just one swipe.
$17 at Kylie Cosmetics
Kylie Cosmetics Tangerine Matte Lipstick
If you prefer your corals a bit more orange, this neon melon is just the ticket.
$17 at Kylie Cosmetics
Origins Blooming Bold Lipstick in Wild Flower
This nature-inspired lippie is made with crushed flower petals, flower honey, and essential oils.
$20 at Origins
Maybelline Coral Crush Sensational Lipstick in Coral Crush
If your lips need moisture and color, this one is infused with nourishing honey nectar.
$6.50 at Vitabox
Wet N Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Lipstick in Coral Corruption
This soft coral goes on glossy, but dries down into a comfortable (not crusty) matte finish.
$5.29 at Wet N Wild
Milani Coral Addict Statement Lipstick in Coral Addict
Infused with Vitamins A and C for color with a side of hydration.
$5.99 at Milani Cosmetics
Clinique Pop Matte Lip Colour & Primer in Coral Pop
A weightless, but heavily-pigmented lipstick with a coral tint that falls more on the pink side.
$19.50 at Ulta
Sephora Collection Rouge Shine Lipstick in My Man
This oil-infused lipstick also has a shimmery finish.
$4 at Sephora
Context Matte Lipstick in Round & Round
This coral has a demi-matte finish that’s somewhere between satin and matte (if you can’t make up your mind).
$20 at Revolve
Temptu Coral Blaze Color True Lipstick in Coral Blaze
A deep orange-pink that matches perfectly with medium to dark brown complexions.
$12 at Net-A-Porter
Keep Cool Double Sensational Lip in Juicy Coral
An olive oil- and shea butter-infused lip balm with the prettiest, sheer wash of color.
$18 at Free People
Lapcos Kiss-Full Lipstick in Sentimental Coral Brown
A pinky brown with a semi-matte finish.
$16 at Anthropologie
Sugarpill Love Bites Liquid Lip Color in Next
This rosy nude also has hints of rainbow sparkles for a shimmery finish.
$18 at Urban Outfitters
Longwear Liquid Lipstick in Oil Painting
A velvety liquid formula with intense color payoff.
$9 at Topshop
