Rocking dark lips with poise

Going for a dark shade of lipstick may seem a bit daunting and intimidating. But when rocked right, it looks stunning and gives a great boost of confidence. To get that bold and sophisticated look with dark lipsticks, read on to find out how you can rock it right.

Use skin as a guide when

selecting your shade: When buying a dark lipstick, always have your skin shade at the back of your mind. What works for your shade may not work for someone else. The contrast balances out the lipstick.

Always exfoliate first: A smooth base is crucial for a flawless dark lip. Chapped or flaky lips look very unflattering; especially since dark lipsticks bring out the patches and flakiness on your lips. A gentle exfoliation will sort all that out and moisturise lightly with a

lip balm afterwards.

Apply your lipstick with

concentration: Dark shades of lipstick take a bit more effort to apply well. Going in with a liner and a lip brush can help with precision and prevent the lipstick from bleeding and feathering. Go matte or glossy: For dark lipsticks, a matte lip works best during the day while

gloss has more of an evening vibe. Both look stunning nonetheless.

Keep your makeup

minimal: A dark lip has a dramatic edge. So as not to look too over the top, go for a more natural makeup look. Nudes and neutral shades will do the trick.

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