8 Dark Lipstick Shades and How to Wear Them This Fall
After a summer of Kool-Aid bright lip stains and sheer watermelon-tinted balms, suddenly the time feels right to reach for a deep, dark, saturated lipstick that packs an excess of drama into one gleaming bullet. But before diving into those transformative lacquered tubes, heed the rules set forth by celebrity makeup artist Kate Lee, who counts Kate Mara and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley among her clients.
First, exfoliate with a light lip scrub—Fresh’s Sugar Polish is a gentle time-tested option. Next, Lee recommends evening out the skin’s tone by concealing the under-eye area and any visible red spots with a very light foundation. Rely on your lips for additional service: “Dark lipsticks are made up of several undertones that will enhance different elements in your complexion,” she says, emphasizing the importance of experimentation when choosing the right shade for your skin. “[For some], a deep, blue-red [hue] will naturally [counteract] blue tones and keep the face [looking] neutral.”
And while luminescent powder can provide skin with a natural glow, Lee recommends applying a bit of rosy blush and a soft bronzer instead. “Avoid heavy contouring or highlighting,” she adds—both of which distract from the central feature at play. Above all: “Skip the lip liner,” she advises. “A very defined line is dated.” Instead, Lee pats the crest of the mouth with a translucent powder to blur the edges for a cooler look. From Tom Ford's new moody matte pigment to Burberry's dark honey hue to Flesh Beauty's smoky azure, here are 8 dramatic lipstick shades to help you switch over to the dark side this fall.
Shiseido ModernMatte Powder Lipstick in Nocturnal
26.00, Sephora
Dior Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Ultra Pigmented Hydra Lipstick in Ultra Night
37.00, Sephora
Burberry Lip Velvet Crush Sheer Matte Lip Stain in Honey Nude
30.00, Saks Fifth Avenue
Flesh Beauty Strong Flesh Lipstick in Siren
18.00, Flesh
Huda Beauty Demi Matte Cream Lipstick in Révolutionnaire
20.00, Sephora
Tom Ford Satin Matte Lipstick in Baby Boy
55.00, Bergdorf Goodman
Chanel Le Rouge Crayon De Couleur Mat in Impulsion
38.00, Chanel
Lawless Soft Matte Liquid Lipstick in Dane
25.00, Sephora
Originally Appeared on Vogue
