Every woman, without exception, uses lipsticks and glosses to give her lips an attractive appearance. The shade is selected depending on the occasion and type of appearance to create a beautiful and harmonious image. But there are also shades that are unique in every sense, the use of which causes mixed feelings among many. We will talk about black lipstick - bright, unusual and extravagant. Not everyone will decide to use such an element in makeup, but sometimes it is a real godsend for the image being created. Let's find out how to use this shade and how to choose it correctly.
Who suits makeup with black lipstick?
The first requirement for wearing black lipstick is to look appropriate. This parameter is the most important, since the use of such a rich shade will not be relevant for every case.
Correct facial features and healthy skin are the main requirements for appearance. The color of skin, eyes, hair in such a situation is practically unimportant. It is also worth paying attention to the condition of the skin - it must be healthy and even, otherwise all the imperfections will stand out too much and be obvious. Since the black color will attract all attention to the face, it should be perfect - no redness or oily shine.
The luxury and risks of using red and black lipstick
Red and black lipstick is considered one of the most popular tones in the color palette. The deep, vibrant color suits both brunettes and blondes. Like all red lipsticks, this shade is very moody and does not tolerate unevenness on the lips.
Red and black lip color is ideal for an evening look: red and black lipstick, a light black cape for a floor-length evening dress and closed shoes with medium heels.
This shade also looks elegant with a business suit or cocktail dress for a semi-formal event.
Bright and unusually bright lips will look great with a casual outfit: a loose blouse with a jacket, fitted jeans and sneakers.
Fashion designers consider this lipstick color to be universal, since, despite its extravagance, the red-black color goes well with almost all clothing styles.
How to apply lipstick correctly
A rich black color will only look good on the lips if it is applied correctly. This shade gives no room for error - every unevenness and inaccuracy will be clearly noticeable. So, when using black lipstick, you should follow these rules:
- lips should be moisturized and smooth. To do this, it is recommended to scrub the surface in advance and use a moisturizing composition. It is better not to apply this shade to dry and cracked lips;
- be sure to use a contour pencil - this way the outlines will be clear and the makeup will last much longer in perfect condition;
- To apply lipstick, you can use the stick itself, but for a more precise and even drawing it is better to use a special brush;
- It is better to apply in two layers - first one thin, and then another for greater saturation;
- If necessary, you can add gloss with transparent glitter.
Handmade lesson for fashionistas - making black lipstick from natural ingredients
Lovers of natural cosmetics are probably wondering: “How to make black lipstick yourself?”
In order to make a high-quality product of the desired color, you need to prepare the following ingredients:
- beeswax or shea butter, which also has softening and nourishing properties;
- liquid oil;
- black wax crayons;
- flavoring
Using a water bath, melt the black wax crayon, wax or oils ground on a fine grater until completely dissolved. Next, the remaining ingredients are added to the finished mixture and thoroughly mixed until smooth. The next step is to pour the mixture into the lipstick storage tank - it is more convenient to use a syringe for this.
Review of black lipsticks
Black lipsticks are quite unpredictable as they can have completely different shades on the lips. Some options are designed to create an original and bold look with clear, rich black lips, and some only have this color in the tube, and when applied they only shade the natural color of the lips. Having decided on the desired effect, you can begin to choose such an unusual element of your cosmetics bag, and detailed descriptions of well-known products will help with this.
Givenchy / Givenchy Rouge Interdit Lipstick “liv'S Lips”
The stylish design of the packaging immediately attracts attention - a black cap and a silver handle with signature patterns. To get the lipstick you need to pull the special tail from below. The peculiarity of this lipstick is that in the stick it is completely black, but how it will fit on the lips is not known for certain - the manufacturer claims that it looks completely different on every woman. You don’t need to expect a rich black color from it - it is translucent with a certain grayish tint and, when applied to the lips, usually gives a pleasant natural pinkish tint. Separately, it is worth noting the outstanding moisturizing properties of this product.
Guerlain / Guerlain La Petite Robe Noire Lipstick
The black color in this series of lipsticks is hidden under the number 007. The packaging is original and interesting and immediately attracts the eye with its appearance. The consistency of the product is very delicate, easily applied to the lips and gives an expressive, rich shade. It is also worth noting the pleasant aroma that the product emits. When applied, black lipstick gives a gray-blueberry tone; its saturation can be adjusted by the number of layers, but it is impossible to achieve the same shade as in the stick itself. The lipstick adheres well to contours and has a light, shiny finish that stays on the lips for about 4-5 hours.
MAC / Mac Hautecore Lipstick
The MAC company has a tradition - every year it releases a limited edition of lipsticks in very rich, dark shades, and coincides with the beginning of the traditional sales before Christmas in America. One of these special products was a blueberry-black lipstick. When applied to the lips there will be no surprises - you will get exactly a rich black shade with a slight finishing gloss. The product lies comfortably on the lips without drying them out, and achieving a pronounced dense coverage will be quite easy even after the first layer.
NYX Round Lipstick Penelope
The packaging is simple and laconic - a black bottle with the name of the manufacturer. The shade Penelope is deep black and has a light finish. A huge advantage of this product is that after the first layer the color is dense and pronounced. The product is quite oily, the stick is not too soft and not dry. It is applied smoothly and softly to the lips, but before use (as with any other rich shade), you should still use a lip liner.
Liquid matte lipstick Lime Crime Black Velvet
The texture is light and weightless. The lipstick is easily applied to the lips using the existing stick and creates an even coating. Does not cut or roll in skin folds. The unique formula manifests itself quite interestingly: immediately after application to the lips, the product has a pronounced glossy shine, but after quick drying it becomes completely matte and acquires a beautiful velvety surface. The product is highly pigmented, which results in a rich black shade even when applying a thin first layer.
Matching eye makeup with lipstick
Beautiful makeup with dark lipstick should contrast with the restrained tone of the eyes. It is better to choose shadows of warm pink shades, but it is still better to highlight the eyes with black or dark brown arrows. The application of arrows is strictly individual: rounded, even, or torn.
Makeup with bright lipstick can look different, depending on the method of application, on what event it is applied to and the daytime or evening version of the make-up.
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Having chosen a dark lipstick, there is no need to doubt - it should suit almost every girl, only its shades are different for blondes, brunettes and brown-haired women.
When applied correctly and following simple rules, dark shades will help create an amazingly luxurious look!
What to wear with black lipstick
Other details of the image are also important. So, for black lipstick to look most flattering, it is necessary that the rest of the makeup be relatively calm. Such rich lips are a very bright and expressive element, and it will “feel” good if it is the only bright spot on the face.
As for clothing, it all depends on the specific case. The most incredible clothes can be used for photo shoots. In everyday life, the following images will look beneficial:
- a dark dress or black skirt with a light blouse with the addition of large jewelry with dark stones;
- bright yellow dress, black high sandals;
- a white blouse with buttons and elegant leg jeans, etc.
There are a lot of options, you can safely use your imagination and experiment with contrasts.
Black lipstick combined with a fashionable look
Modern trends in the fashion world do not require lovers of black tones in makeup to wear an extravagant outfit. On the contrary, celebrity stylists advise the fair sex to refrain from dark shades in clothes in cases where dark lipstick is chosen for the color of their lips. The black lip palette goes well with sports style, casual wear and even with a classic dress made of thick fabric.
Outfits in a conservative, restrained style combined with black lipstick look very elegant. A business suit made of expensive materials goes perfectly with dark shades of lips.
Everyday look: white shirt, classic jeans or trousers, dark lipstick, black shoes - has remained a fashion trend for several seasons.
A classic floor-length evening dress made of velor or thick fabric combined with a black lip tint will make a woman the center of attention at any event.
Another youth look that has won the hearts of many fashionistas: dark lipstick, a black leather biker jacket, a loose white blouse, fitted trousers or jeans.
Photo of makeup with black lipstick
Don’t believe that black lipstick is beautiful and even chic in certain looks? Undoubtedly, this is the choice of brave girls who want to be the center of attention. We invite you to familiarize yourself with photos of makeups in which such rich shades of lipsticks are used, and you will definitely like them.
Achieve brightness and durability
To securely set a dark color on your lips, you need a good foundation. You should start with a primer, then apply a base layer of the desired shade, then outline the outline with a black liner. Next, blot your lips with a napkin and go over them with mattifying powder to thoroughly seal the color, and then apply the pigment again (to be sure, the trick with lipstick and powder can be repeated several times). This method guarantees the durability of the shade.
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Reviews
Lisa: With Givenchy lipstick you can safely shock the public in public places! She may not make black lips, but when you take lipstick of this color out of your purse and bring it to your lips, everyone around you just freezes!
Antonina: I have several options for rich black lipsticks, I certainly don’t wear them every day, but for photo shoots they’re just a chic option! The images turn out incredible.
Christina: I can recommend matte gloss lipsticks from Lime Crime to everyone, even if not in such an extravagant shade. The choice of colors is very wide, a very beautiful finish and no drying discomfort for the lips, which is very important, because many matte products are guilty of this.
Classic black matte color
Many people associate matte black lipstick with depression and dark subcultures. However, new trends in the fashion world say the opposite, and the shade of nighttime luxury is increasingly attracting the attention of celebrity stylists.
Matte black color looks harmonious with both everyday looks and evening wear. A fashionista who chooses this shade for an event will definitely be the center of attention.
1920s: silent film era
In the 1920s, black and white cinema was at the peak of its popularity, and fashionistas of that time tried in every possible way to replicate the image of actress Clara Bow. Her signature was clearly drawn lips, which the actress painted in black. Since movies were shot in shades of gray, the darker the lips were in real life, the more vibrant they looked on screen. Max Factor also used this technique on models for black and white advertising of its first lipsticks.
© Clara Bow, 1920. Photo: Sunset Boulevard
