20 Best Lipsticks For Dark-Skinned Women In India – Buying Guide
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There is often a misconception amongst dark-skinned women that only selective and limited makeup tints or shades can be adorned on their skin due to their dusky tone. But what they are not aware of is the fact that there are still numerous shades that sit flawlessly on dark skin tones to highlight their features even more. But, finding these shades can be a bit tiring, and to make this less complicated for you, we have narrowed down some of the best shades to complement melanin-rich skin tones. So, through this post, we will present to you the best 20 lipsticks for dusky-skinned women that won’t fail you.
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20 Best Lipsticks For Dark Skinned Women In India
1. Maybelline New York Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick – Divine Wine
The Maybelline New York Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick has a creamy, velvety matte formula to provide a non-cracking and non-drying finish to your lips. Its hydrating pigments glide seamlessly to give a smooth finish sit and comfortably on the lips without smudging. The lipstick is enriched with shea butter and honey nectar to keep the lips moisturized for up to 12 hours. You get an intense color payoff in just one swipe.
- Long-lasting
- Comfortable wear
- Lasting moisturization
- Intense bold shade
- Non-drying
- No cracking
- Smooth application
- The bullet might break.
- It cannot survive an oily meal.
2. Lakmé Enrich Matte Lipstick – Shade RM12
The Lakmé Enrich Matte Lipstick has a rich, creamy texture that provides intense color payoff without tugging on lips. It is infused with the goodness of vitamin E to nourish and soften lips, while olive extracts offer hydration and replenishment to the lips. The lipstick is comfortable to wear and has a long stay.
- Long-staying
- Hydrating
- Non-drying
- Intense color payoff
- No tugging
- Comfortable wear
- Settles into cracks
3. Maybelline New York Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick – 115 Founder
The Super Stay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick from Maybelline New York offers an extended stay of up to 16 hours. It settles into a rich matte finish, and its intensely pigmented formula keeps dryness at bay. The arrow-shaped applicator is perfect for a precise application.
- Long-lasting
- Non-drying
- Easy application
- Intense color payoff
- Saturated formula
- Smudge-free
- No feathering
- Hard to remove
4. NYX Professional Makeup Matte Lipstick – Aria
The NYX Professional Makeup Matte Lipstick is a non-glossy, highly pigmented lipstick that stays on for a long time. The non-drying formula glides smoothly onto the lip to settle into a silky matte finish.
- Non-glossy
- Non-drying
- Smooth application
- Even finish
- Long-lasting
- Rich color payoff
- Might flake on dry lips
5. Lakmé Forever Matte Liquid Lip Colour – Mauve Party
The Lakmé Forever Matte Liquid Lip Colour stays fresh on your lips for up to 16 long hours. Its deeply pigmented formula offers intense matte color that is comfortable on the lips and doesn’t budge. The lipstick is lightweight and glides effortlessly on the lips for a seamless finish.
- Long-lasting
- Lightweight
- Doesn’t budge
- Easy to apply
- Rich color payoff
- Comfortable wear
- Not transfer-proof
6. Maybelline Sensational Liquid Matte Lipstick – Soft Wine
The Sensational Liquid Matte Lipstick from Maybelline has a richly pigmented formula to provide intense color payoff and a bold look. The formula is weightless, hydrating, and non-sticky. The lipstick settles into a matte finish and gives a soft-focus effect.
- Non-drying
- Rich color payoff
- Hydrating formula
- Weightless
- Non-sticky
- No cracking
- Settles into fine lines of dry lips
7. Insight Non-Transfer Lip Color – 22 Autumn
The Insight Non-Transfer Lip Color has a smudge-free and waterproof formula that delivers a rich color with its intense pigments. This long-wearing matte lipstick gives a smooth and bold tint in a single swipe. The formula is lightweight, moisturizing, and transfer-resistant.
- Smudge-free
- Waterproof
- Transfer-proof
- Intense color payoff
- Smooth application
- Long-lasting
- Paraben-free
- Cruelty-free
- Hard to remove
8. SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick – 25 Very Mulberry
The SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick has a smudge-free formula that gives an ultra-rich matte finish every time. Its transfer-proof and waterproof formula is intensely pigmented to provide a bold look for up to 12 long hours. The formula is enriched with vitamin E to nourish the lips.
- Smudge-free
- Transfer-proof
- Waterproof
- Bold color
- Long-lasting
- Drying
- Cracks and peels
9. RENEE FAB 5 Matte Finish 5 in 1 Lipstick
The RENEE FAB 5 Matte Finish 5 in 1 Lipstick is enriched with the goodness of moisture-intense ingredients like coconut oil that thoroughly moisturize the lips and prevent dryness, inflammation, and swelling. The sunflower seed oil in the formula fights signs of aging, while vitamin E protects delicate lips from pollution and heat. It also contains jojoba oil to heal dryness and repair damage by sealing in moisture. Finally, vegetable wax, a natural skin healer, protects lips from environmental aggressors and offers nourishment. This lipstick includes five different shades that glide seamlessly due to its rich, creamy texture to give your lips a bold and even finish.
- Easy to apply
- Lightweight
- Bold color
- No feathering
- Nourishing formula
- Multiple shades
- Cruelty-free
- Vegan
- It doesn’t last long.
10. Biotique Natural Makeup Magicolor Lipstick – Winter Kiss
The Biotique Natural Makeup Magicolor Lipstick contains all-natural pigments that offer rich colors and complete nourishment. The lipstick hydrates the lips to keep them supple and moisturized. Its dermatologically tested formula is made with organic ingredients that are safe for the lips. The lipstick is smudge-free, prevents chapping and drying, and stays on for almost 12 hours.
- Safe formula
- Nourishing
- Long-lasting
- Smooth application
- 100% organic
- Cruelty-free
- Silicone-free
- Too creamy
11. Faces Canada Lipstick – Dark Cocoa
The Faces Canada lipstick has a moisturizing and super glossy formula that is packed with vitamin E, almond oil, jojoba oil, and shea butter to keep the lips hydrated and moist. Its weightless formula keeps lips soft and supple. The formula offers a rich color payoff for a bold look.
- Long-lasting
- Rich color payoff
- Weightless
- Smooth finish
- Creamy texture
- Pleasant fragrance
- Requires reapplication
12. L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick – 251 Blackberry Hue
The L’Oreal Paris Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick consists of an intensely pigmented formula to provide extreme color payoff in only one stroke. This non-drying lipstick has a comfortable finish and ingredients like jojoba oil that gives lasting hydration to make your lips soft and supple. The colors settle into a velvety matte finish on the lips. It uses matte gel technology to provide a rich and long-lasting stay.
- Long-lasting
- Non-drying
- Comfortable wear
- Velvety matte texture
- Rich color payoff
- Can’t survive a heavy meal
13. Faces Canada Weightless Matte Lipstick – Royal Maroon
The Faces Canada Weightless Matte Lipstick has a smooth texture and gives a velvety rich look. It contains a moisturizing blend of ingredients like almond oil, vitamin E, and jojoba oil. It glides smoothly onto the lips to reveal a flawless finish. This lipstick has a pigments-rich formula for bold color payoff in just a single stroke.
- Weightless
- Smooth application
- Long-lasting
- Intense color payoff
- Comfortable wear
- Transfers slightly
14. Elle18 Color Pops Silk Lipstick – W52
The Elle18 Color Pops Silk Lipstick has a super silky texture that gives a smooth application every time. It contains vitamin E and cocoa butter to moisturize the lips and keep dryness away. The lipstick promises a smooth finish and comfortable wear.
- Silky texture
- Smooth application
- Intense color
- Non-drying
- Not long-lasting
- Not transfer-proof
15. Faces Canada UltimeproHD Intense Matte Lips + Primer – Mulberry Magic
The UltimeproHD Intense Matte Lips + Primer from Faces Canada has an ultra-creamy texture that settle into an even and matte finish. This full-coverage lipstick offers an extended stay without any stickiness or smudging. It also has a unique primer to create a smooth base and hold the pigments in place. The lipstick contours the edges and gives a bold look to your lips.
- Smooth application
- Full coverage
- Long-lasting
- Creamy texture
- Even application
- No feathering
- No budging
- Non-sticky
- Drying
16. Swiss Beauty Non-Transfer Waterproof Lipstick – Dark-Brown
The Swiss Beauty Non-Transfer Waterproof Lipstick is a non-smudging lip color that is comfortable to wear and easy to carry. Its formula nourishes dry lip and reveals a layered effect with a high-shine matte finish. This lipstick has rich pigments for bold color and lasting stay. It seamlessly glides over the lips and does not smudge.
- Non-smudging
- Comfortable wear
- Smooth application
- Long-lasting
- Glossy
- Hydrating formula
- It feels sticky and patchy.
17. SUGAR Cosmetics Matte Attack Transferproof Lipstick – Tan Halen
This Matte Attack Transferproof Lipstick from SUGAR Cosmetics lasts up to 8 hours without budging. Its non-drying formula is enriched with jojoba oil and vitamin E to nourish the lips. The lipstick is highly pigmented and gives your lips a bold look. The non-feathering and creamy formula glides evenly to offer a pure matte finish.
- Long-lasting
- Non-feathering
- Rich color payoff
- Creamy texture
- Complete matte
- Non-drying
- Transfer proof
None
18. MyGlamm LIT Liquid Matte Lipstick – Cuffing
The MyGlamm LIT Liquid Matte Lipstick keeps the lips soft, supple, and moisturized. It contains moringa oil that offers intense hydration to prevent dryness. It is a long-lasting matte lip color that is transfer-resistant and smudge-proof. The color stays on for up to 12 long hours and reveals an intense bold color due to its rich pigments. The lipstick glides onto your lips for a smooth finish.
- Long-lasting
- Smudge-proof
- Transfer proof
- Smooth opaque application
- Rich, bold color
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
- Sticky
19. SERY Capture D’ Matte Lasting Lipstick ML07 – Wonder Wine
The SERY Capture D’ Matte Lasting Lipstick is an advanced ultimate matte lipstick that has silky and luxurious pigments to offer a rich payoff. Its long-lasting formula offers optimum coverage in only one swipe. This weightless and smooth lip color is comfortable to wear, and is enriched with red raspberry to hydrate and nourish the lips to make them soft, smooth, and supple. The lipstick also offers UV protection and improves the texture of the lips.
- Long-lasting
- Lightweight
- Full coverage
- Easy application
- Hydrating formula
- Intense color payoff
- Comfortable wear
- Requires reapplication
20. Street Wear Satin Smooth Lipstick – Amber Brown
The satin-smooth lipstick from Street Wear has a lightweight formula that provides a creamy, satin finish without budging. This moisturizing lipstick is blended with moisture-rich jojoba oil to pamper your lips and make them soft. It keeps dryness away while hydrating the lips throughout the day. The creamy formula plumps the lips and makes them appear luscious for a fuller and smoother look.
- Lightweight
- Smooth application
- Non-drying
- Hydrating formula
- Not waterproof
- Smudges
What To Consider When Buying A Lipstick For Dark Skin
- Shades
If you are blessed with beautiful dark skin, opt for the berry and brown shades such as plum and bronze. These shades merge well with a dusky or dark complexion to give your face the perfect bright effect. Plus, avoid going for neutral and light shades as they can make your face look pale.
- Moisturizing Properties
Ensure the lipstick is enriched with moisture-rich ingredients. Natural oils like avocado, argan, and almonds are excellent moisturizers. Lipsticks with such additives hydrate the lips and keep dryness away.
- Finish
Lipsticks come in finishes including matte, creme, metallic, glossy, or shimmery. You can opt for any finish as per your choice. However, lipsticks with matte or creme textures are a desirable choice for dark skin tones. Besides, keep in mind to opt for a lipstick that glides effortlessly over your lips to provide a smooth finish.
- Staying Power
Long-lasting lipsticks eliminate the need to touch-up again and again. Look for waterproof lip shades that stay fresh for long. The best way to know about the stay is checking the user reviews.
Which shades do you like the most from our list of the choicest lipsticks for dark-skinned women? Pick a few shades to add to your glam box and up your lip makeup game.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do neon or bright lipstick shades appear on darker skin tones?
Shades like neon pink or burnt orange look stunning on darker skin tones, creating a bold and dramatic contrast. You may want to keep the eye makeup subtle to draw focus on the bright lips.
How does using a lip primer enhance the performance and longevity of lipstick on dark skin tones?
Lip primers create a moisturized base, preventing the lipstick from settling into fine lines and creases. They also create a barrier to prevent feathering and bleeding, while increasing the lipstick’s longevity and enhancing the true color of dark lips.
How do I determine my skin’s undertone to choose the most flattering lipstick shades?
Determining your skin’s undertone is important for selecting the right lipstick shades. Here’s how to do it:
- Check the vein colors on your wrist. Bluish or purple veins indicate a cool undertone, while greenish veins suggest a warm undertone. Neutral undertones may be present if it’s difficult to determine.
- Compare how white and off-white fabrics look next to your face. If white makes your skin appear brighter, you are likely to have a cool undertone, while off-white may be more flattering for warm undertones.
- Consider the type of jewelry that suits you–silver for cool undertones and gold for warm undertones.
- Observe your skin’s reaction to the sun–burning easily indicates a cool undertone, while easy tanning suggests a warm undertone.
How can I prevent lipsticks from looking ashy on my dark complexion?
Here are some tips to prevent lipsticks from looking ashy on a dark complexion:
- Opt for rich, deep, and highly pigmented lipstick shades such as deep reds, berries, plums, and browns for dark skin tones.
- Avoid chalky or pastel undertones and choose lipsticks with creamy texture for a smooth application.
- Exfoliate and moisturize your lips before applying lipstick for a flawless finish.
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