From the bold, statement-making looks of summer 2025 Women are painted with swaths of color, with make-up trends reflecting a feeling of boldness, life force and empowerment! Red is taking centre stage, in all its forms, not just from ruby lips and sultry red eye make-up but even throughout our hair! This summer is all about being bold and we love the bright red hues whether you want to go for a classic and chic look or something exciting and different. The warmth and brightness of red is the perfect contrast to the drab of winter. So whether you want to add a touch of red softly in your natural makeup or a touch of intense red, these 14 makeup and beauty styles will keep you ahead of the trend and keep you looking and feeling fabulous all Summer Makeup. Soak up the sun, free your imagination, and go bold in red with the hottest trends of the sunny season.
1. Red Hot Lips Plus Glowing Skin
Oh, you know there’s nothing more iconic than a bold red lip — especially this time of year. The fiery red lipstick makes a bold statement, brings your lips to the attention, and gives a colorful hue to your face. What makes the whole thing look modern and fresh for summer 2025, then, is down to both the fact that the red is often paired with glowing, luminous skin.
A dewy finish with a sheer highlighter will make you appear like you are just glowing from within, and the matte red lip is the necessary juxtaposition. To ensure the look isn’t too overdone, go for a sheer foundation or lightweight tinted moisturizer, allowing skin to appear flawless, but not completely covered up. Just curl your lashes and do a light coat of mascara, groom your own brows, and it’s a killer but natural look. Whether you’re going to a summer wedding, a brunch, or a night out, you’ll look chic, poised, and put-together with this bold red lip.
2. Red Eyeshadow with Glossy Lids
For the brave beauty junkie, red eyeshadow is getting a new look this summer, seen here in a glossy, wet-look finish. The trend of glossy lids captures the richness of red pigments with the luster of a gloss, for a look that’s fiercely seductive. This one actually looks great for an evening event or for when you want your eye makeup to be prominent. Begin by taking a warm red or brick eye shadow and apply it to your lid.
Pull a glossy eyeshadow topper from your collection, like a clear gloss, for a wet, dewy finish, or anything else in between. The shiny finish is going to give your eyes another look, a freshness and a twist. To balance that out, keep the rest of the makeup clean and minimal—just light on the mascara, a soft groomed brow, and a neutral blush to keep the eyes as the focus. This is likely to have people not being able to take their eyes off your makeup.
3. A Red Blush of Cherry For Rosy Cheeks
Red makeup doesn’t stop at eyes and lips—this summer, cherry red blush is having a moment. This look gives your cheeks this adorably natural, youthful flush that’s perfect for summer. Rosy red blush is versatile and can be worn in light, natural layers or built up for a more dramatic, ‘pop’ of color. For a perfect rosy glow, pick a cream blush that will give you a nice, sheer texture that can easily be blended into the skin.
Press the blush onto the apples of your cheeks and blend softly outwards toward temples to achieve a lifted, natural flush. This trend’s great because it does go great on light skin tones, and the contrast is less than if you had dark, but it’s also just as flattering on deeper skin tones because the color will stand out gorgeously. Cherry red blush goes well with both dramatic and natural lip shades to provide a balanced, adaptable finish that complements all manner of makeup styles.
4. Red Winged Eyeliner
If you’re feeling edgy and want to shake up traditional makeup, red winged eyeliner is an amazing summer 2025 trend. Black winged eyeliner has been given a modern twist with red eyeliner and the pop of color is edgy and modern but oh, so elegant. Whether you like bold and neon crimson or a dark and toned down rouge, this type of liner matches perfectly with neutral or fancy eyeshadow option.
For the most extreme finish, try using a liquid eyeliner to achieve a precise line, or apply with a kohl pencil for a more softened, blended look. The red eyeliner trend works well for night time looks, or a statement look when you want your eyes to pop and stand out. Pair with a naked lip and minimal contour for a well-balanced look that makes the red liner the stand-out feature. This trend is an excellent way to refresh your traditional winged liner and demand attention!
5. Red Glitter Smoky Eye
A smoky eye has long been a go-to evening makeup look, but for summer 2025, it’s taking a fiery turn with red glitter. This red glitter smoky eye is a blend between a deep smoky eye and a glittery look. Get this show-stopping look by applying a dark, matte eye shadow over the lids, blending from the outer corner and into the crease.
Next, pack on red glitter eyeshadow or pigment to create depth and shine. The red sparkle offers some great contrast against the dark base which draws attention to your eyes. You can also play with various reds (dark burgundy to bright cherry red) to add layers of both color and interest. A statement smoky eye can be intimidated to go for but it’s perfect for a night out, parties or any exciting events! The rest of the makeup should be light with a neutral lip and soft, radiant skin to counteract the severity of the eyes.
6. Bold Red Lip Stains That Are Low In Maintenance
If the statement of red lips is your thing but the fuss of reapplying lipstick isn’t, then lip stains are for you. These light-weight lip stains are super long lasting in color, with a smooth and simple application, thanks to the roll-on applicator and sponge-tip brushe. The stain is weightless and has a “just-bitten” feel, meaning it appears and feels fresh and natural.
Red lip stains are perfect for summer, because not only do they last through the heat and humidity, they also take the hassle out of maintaining a bold lip look. This look is ideal for those who like to inject a pop of colour into their makeup routine without having to do regular touch-ups. Wear a red lip stain with a natural eye, a couple coats of soft mascara and a little bronzer to create a less-is-more, but high-style summer look.
7. Red-Tinted Highlighter
In 2025, highlighter is getting a warm, red-infused reboot that brings some genuine glow, lights up the face and imparts a delicate hint of flush. Highlighters with a red cast allow to to achieve this warm, glowy look, it’s perfect for the summer time. These highlighters are available in colors ranging from a light shade of pinkish-red to darker, more coral colors and apply smoothly onto the high points of the face: cheekbones, bridges of the nose, inner corners of the eye, and cupid’s bow.
Anyone wanting a rosier, dewier highlight as opposed to the standard gold or champagne. Your little secret — it’s great for a healthy red glow that compliments your red makeup and brings some of the whimsy to your face.
8. Natural Eye + Red Glossy Lips
For a summer look that is fresh and youthful, nothing works better than shiny red lips with a natural eye. This trend is like the the best of both worlds with the boldness of a red lip mixed with the mega-ease of a natural eye makeup look. The glossy red color shines, giving instant dimension to lips that appear more plump and hydrated
. Go easy on the eye make-up with a light layer of mascara, a touch of nude eyeshadow and tame brows. The gloss adds a playful and light touch to a classic bold red lip, which is perfect for running around town or day parties when want to look polished with minimal effort. This is a loose and natural summer beauty look!
9. Strong Red and Gold Eyeshadow Combination
Red and gold are a sumptuous pairing and this summer, they’re creating waves in eye makeup. The rich red of the eyeshadow juxtaposed against that bronze-y, glimmering gold is a stunning color combination that creates depth and interest to the eyes. And the concept is fairly easy, apply red over the lid (red is a general lid eyeshadow shade), and than gold or saffron on the inner corner or for better lift effect on under the brow bone.
The combination of matte and shimmer makes this look feel balanced and grown-up. This tantalizing combination of colors can be paired with a soft or deep lip color but sticking to a nude or soft peach color will emphasize the eyes. Whether formal or a summer evening out, this style definitely sets you apart.
10. Red Lips with a Glossy Finish
10. Red Lips with a Glossy Finish
Adoring red lips but hate matte formulas that dry you out!?! This summers red lip trend is for you as to shiny finishes are in that will make your pout look plump and juicy! Bold red lips are youthful and vibrant while also being an option for someone seeking a little more dimension in their makeup.
The shimmer pecid acts to emphasize the deepness of the red, and the lip is made to look plumper and more sensual. The trend pairs so well with a minimalistic eye—aka, fluffy brows, just a touch of mascara and a fresh face. Slick lips are also low-maintenance without actually being boring, and I can pop on a bold color without having to worry about maintaining the lip all the time. Perfect for those who like to steal the show by keeping it real!
11. Red Hair with Soft Waves
Change up your hair this summer with some vibrant red. Whether you choose a strawberry blonde or deeper auburn shade, red hair makes a statement and brings some heat to your style. Soft waves help to bring texture and movement to red hair, always ensuring it looks full and stylish. Red hair looks good on everybody and every complexion, it will make your skin tone look warm and lively.
Wear it with soft, natural makeup—say, a peach blush and a nude lip—or, quite the opposite, a bold application of red eyeshadow to play up the fiery theme. For the woman who really just wants the most standout hair out there, red hair with a touch of sleek waves is meant for a confident, stylish woman.
12. Cherry Red Eyebrows
For the bold at heart — and brow — cherry red eyebrows are a fun, daring summer trend. This hot look was on fire at the end of 2013 and is still here for 2014 – tinting your eyebrows that bright cherry red, to pair with your lip color, or to make a statement of its own. Pair cherry red brows with red makeup looks, like lip or eyeshadow, for a bold monochrome look. This look isn’t for everyone but if you’re an adventurous beauty maven or a cool girl who loves to play with anything unique in the beauty world, cherry red eyebrows are a fabulous match for you, giving you instant standout and funky vibes.
13. Red-Tinted Eyeliner
Want to work some color into your eyeliner routine for summer? “The red eyeliner turns it into a fun and dramatic spin on your typical black or brown liner that immediately makes the eyes pop.” Whether the shade is a dark burgundy or a bold cherry red, this trend is all about standing out. Red eye liner looks great when combined with Natural or soft eye shadows, and it is excellent for a night look, festivals or when you just want a touch of pep in your make-up. The statement red eyeliner will help to bring out your eyes without looking like you have done too much, adding just enough to inject tasteful hairs of color and chicness.
14. Red Hair with a Bold Red Lip
The hot red-on-red is when you rock red hot hair and bright red lips—talk about a sizzling hot look! Whether you’re a vivid crimson or a softer, near copper, red head, pairing a matched lipstick can truly make your look stand out (or roar). It’s bold statement-making at its finest and it’s great for those who are ready to completely commit to a beauty look. When following this trend, the less eye makeup the better — choose soft neutral hues on your eyes or go completely bare so the vibrant pops of red are the focus.
And Summer 2025 is forecasted to be the season of red, thanks to bold, fiery shades that dominated makeup and beauty trends. From red lips that won’t be forgotten to red eye liner, red hair and everything in between, these 14 ideas prove that red can be made unique for every part of your beauty routine. Whether you’re striving for a timeless, classic appearance or opting for some daring, edgy trends, these makeup and hair ideas with red undertones can help you let your personality shine through and stand out this season. Embrace Red! Make It Yours and Allow It to Speak to Your Confidence, Style and Passion for the Season.
