How to Choose the Right Shade of Lipstick for Dark Lips

In awe of that lovely lipstick shade that just popped up on your screen, but not sure if it’s the perfect fit for your dark lips? No worries, girls, it’s perfectly ok to have dark lips that might just single you out as a healthy person! Of course, the shades and hues matter, but remember, looking beautiful is all about being comfortable in your own skin. So, we have for you the complete guide on picking the right lipsticks for dark lips for that Insta-ready look to die for!

Read on, and go for shades that make you as radiant as the sun – during the day or even at night!

List of colors for dark lips

1. Avoid sheer colors, and tints
2. Be a bright minimalist
3. Nudes with rich undertones
4. Pop an orange tone
5. Dig deep brown
6. Never shy away from red
7. The quintessential maroon
8. Go all mauve
9. Dark peach plays
10. Fuchsia pink power

1. Avoid sheer colors, and tints

Before we move on to give you cues on the best shades for dark lips, you would do good to keep a basic rule in mind, and that is to avoid sheer lipsticks, and lip tints. Sheer gloss or semi-opaque lip colors make the pigmentation show through. Instead, go for the high-pigmented intense shades. Also, make sure to apply a thin coat of foundation over your lips before outlining them and filling them in with color.

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2. Be a bright minimalist

The minimalist look is not just popular, but, it also looks great any time – day, evening, or even at night. Besides, it’s the perfect look every day look that you would love to carry to college, or when at work. As an important lipstick hacks for dark lips you’ve got to remember to pick a color that’s a couple of shades darker than your natural lip color. Try out the color on a part of your lips leaving the other part without color, and compare the color difference. The ideal shade should be close to the natural color, but slightly darker.

3. Nudes with rich undertones

Wish to look like one of those dusky beauties with deep and dark skin tones? We have you covered with our nude lipstick shades for dark skin tips! Contradicting as it may sound, you can make your lips stand out effortlessly with a shade that brings out a subtle contrast to your complexion. If the lipstick shade is too light, it is likely to end up giving a chalky look, a shade that is identical to your skin tone will get lost among the rest of your facial features.

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The best nude lipstick shades for dark lips are those that have rich brown, chocolate, or red undertones. Accentuate your complexion’s natural warmth with a lip color formula with intense pigmentation of Matte Nude Waterproof Lipstick by De’Lanci.

4. Pop an orange tone

Orange is a great color that helps neutralize dark pigmentation instead of hiding it. Coral and orange shades still rule the fashion circuits, and beauty bays as in the past few years. Don’t shy away from this color if you are a proud owner of those beautiful dark lips; just fill in a shade that best complements your personality for that awesome look. The best part about this color is that despite being on the brighter side, you can effortlessly wear it during the day too without having to wait for it to get dark and vibrate! Make those bright pouts ever more tempting by adding a dash of gloss that will also make them look fuller, and larger.

5. Dig deep brown

Earthly colors look great on all skin tones, and they just rock on lips bearing the dark undertones. Deep brown contains a tint of red in it that gives it its dark pigmentation. The red undertone makes it a bright shade that looks just amazing on lips with dark colors. Moreover, it covers all of the lip pigmentation, and stands out in contrast to the rest of the facial features attracting attention to those lovely lips. This unique color works across a spectrum of makeup looks to suit their specific needs.

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6. Never shy away from red

Red is a great color that signifies life and vitality. When talking about lipsticks for dark lips, we just cannot miss out this super-pigmented color. A beautiful deep-toned red is a color that works across the full range of skin tones bringing to life any makeup look. There’s the cherry red that is also bright and radiant, and works wonderfully well to give your look an instant pick up. Red lipsticks are matchless when it comes to carrying yourself with full confidence to give that defiantly glamorous look! Use the ready shades or recreate your own shade of red using colors of De’Lanci Matte Lipstick Palette.

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7. The quintessential maroon

Some call it red made dark – maroon is among those marvels that have unmatched versatility about themselves. Get rid of all notions restricting maroon use only for diva looks or special nights out. It’s a color that you can wear beautifully on dark lips without a second thought as it will instantly brighten up the face. In fact, the color goes just right with all types of outfits and looks, ranging from the classic to modern. Next time when you want to glam up your look, just add a dash of maroon lipstick and add to your electrifying look with shades from the Everlasting Matte Liquid Lipstick Palette by De’Lanci!

8. Go all mauve

Give your lips a dash of the gorgeous shade of mauve and see your rich skin tone vibrate with high-voltage play of drama! The color is a mixture of the right doses of purple, pink, brown, and grey that together show up beautifully well on lips that are dark. You can also opt for plum that is a lovely color between pink and purple. It works wonderfully well on all skin tones, especially those with dark undertones. Pick anything that lies in between mauve and plum and you’ll never regret the color of your natural lips!

9. Dark peach plays

Pick a dark shade of peach that touches on the shade of coral, and wear it on a breezy summer day to blend in with the colors of the season. Dark peach is a fantastic shade that looks incredibly beautiful on dark lips, and also adds instant color to the face. Look for a super-pigmented lipstick giving a velvety finish to finish off you electrifying makeup for any occasion, at any time. Give your lips an ombre by adding a dash of gloss to the inner lips and create a dewy soft glowing look.

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10. Fuchsia pink power

Bright and cheerful, Fuchsia pink is just the color that every girl would want her lips to be naturally! Even if you’re not born with it, you still can create those lips using a good formula of the shade with high pigment payoff. Look for bright pink lipstick shades for dark skin online that will ensure that vibrant color shows against your skin undertone. It’s a shade that you can wear proudly during the day even when not wearing any other makeup, yet, look bright and attractive!

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Wrapping up lipstick for dark lips

Bringing together our top 10 tips on lipsticks for dark lips, there’s a rainbow of colors at your disposal that you can pick and use as per your personality, preferences, and of course mood for the day/evening/night! While shades like fuchsia pink, red, and maroon are always a safe bet, there are also options of dark nudes, and deep brown that can liven up any look instantly. Mauve, plum, or dark peach, you have more shades to explore from, and create endless looks according to the time, place, and occasion.

Take your time to explore the De’Lanci collection of lip color palettes, and see the sparkle they add to your look. Each one of our products contain high-pigments that are tested, hypoallergic, and of course, are cruelty-free.