Although many women believe that dark lips are only suitable for Autumn and Winter, this is not the case. In fact, vampy lips will continue to be a top makeup trend in Spring/Summer 2021.
These are shades of dark red – burgundy, burgundy, wine, purple, brown, and black that give intensity to the lips, as well as a more gothic, rock style. Of course, this doesn’t mean that their application can’t lead to a strikingly chic makeup look.
So see how you can use such a dark lipstick to create a mesmerizing makeup look and get ideas from the videos below.
Makeup tips for dazzling makeup with vampy lips
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In order for your dark lipstick to be dazzling, you need to keep in mind a few simple secrets that will make the application flawless.
Skin:
To show off your vampy lips, make sure your makeup base is flawless.
If you opt for a matte lipstick, your face is recommended to be fresh and shiny, while if you apply a glossy one the complexion should be matte.
Avoid blush as rosy cheekbones do not go well with vampy lips. But in case you can’t do without some color on your cheeks, use a soft natural shade.
Eye makeup:
- Because of the intense shade on the lips, ideally, keep your eye makeup natural or even completely unpainted. This will accentuate your lipstick even more.
- By emphasizing the lips, you take the eyes away from the eyes. This is especially useful when they are tired.
- Another beautiful suggestion for the eyes is the thin eyeliner line.
- Of course, in case you want to create an evening makeup look, you can combine your vampy lips with a bold smokey eye in the same style as your lips.
How to apply dark lipstick:
- The dark color accentuates dehydrated and chapped lips. Therefore, do not neglect an exfoliation before applying your lipstick, but also moisturize them.
- Before applying your vampy lipstick, apply a lip primer or some foundation to make their tone more even and increase the duration of the color.
- It is very important to apply the lipstick accurately on your lips. So use a lip brush and start from the middle, working towards the edges.
- To correct any mistakes, take a swab with some concealer or better yet, a concealer brush.
- If you want to add volume to your lips, apply a little darker color to the contour and blend towards the center, creating a subtle ombre effect.
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The ideal dark lipstick for your skin tone
Depending on your skin tone, there are some lipstick shades that flatter you more, while others may make you look paler. So find the perfect one and make a striking vampy lip makeup look.
In case your skin tone is yellowish or olive-colored, warm dark shades, such as red, suit you best. Again, if you have a cool tone, go for purple lipsticks.
The best dark lipstick for light skin:
A deep red merlot shade suits you well and gives extra glamour to your alabaster skin. Perfect for your eye makeup, choose an eyeshadow in pale peach or lavender and add a thin line of eyeliner.
The best dark lipstick for pale skin:
A matte purple lipstick will create an enchanting contrast with the blue undertone of your ivory foundation. As for the rest of your makeup, keep it simple with a light contour and some eye shadow.
The best dark lipstick for medium-toned skin:
In order to accentuate the peachy undertones of your skin, opt for bright purple lip color. For example, violet accentuates your warm tones and your lasting tan. If you even add some iridescent eyeshadow to the center of your lips, the effect will be even juicier.
The best dark lipstick for olive skin:
Berry-colored lips are very flattering. So, pick an oxblood lipstick shade with a little red instead of purple and accentuate your warm sun-kissed skin without looking yellowish.
The best dark lipstick for deep skin:
If you are darker-skinned, you should use deep purples and blue-based reds. For dark lips, such as purple or dark chocolate brown. These colors will look good on your skin tone. The color should match your undertones. If you have a warm undertone, use shades of brown. If you have cool undertones, use blue-based reds instead. You can add some lip gloss over the lipstick to keep it from drying out during the day if needed.
Andrea Brooks shows not only how to apply dark lipstick but also how to prepare your lips before getting there.
What color lipstick makes your lips look bigger?
- Matte lipstick is a good choice because it doesn’t move around as much
- Choose a color that’s close to your natural lip color, or go with something more bold and stand out from the crowd
- For best results, apply lipstick in two layers – one thin layer first then another thicker coat for full coverage
- If you want to make your lips look smaller, choose a glossier lipstick and use it in moderation
- Apply liner along the outer edge of your lip before applying lipstick for fuller-looking lips without using too much makeup
- Use bronzer on the apples of your cheeks to give yourself an instant lift and youthful glow
We know that the weather may be getting warmer, but it’s not too late to opt for darker shades in your wardrobe and makeup. This season we’re seeing burgundy lipstick taking over Instagram feeds everywhere—but this isn’t just a one-time trend. Vampy colors are making their way back into fashion again, so don’t think you have to give up on them just because spring is here! Whether you’re looking for a new dark lip color or want some tips on how to wear different hues of black eyeliner (or any other eye makeup), our experts have got you covered. So what are you waiting for? Get started experimenting with these sultry shades now before they disappear from the stores.
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