ROCK A DARK LIPPY
Don’t be afraid of a bold statement lip
I think it comes down to how comfortable you are, wear what makes you happy. Also: dark colours are versatile and can complement various skin tones. Be sure to get compliments on it all the time.
Prep your lips for a smooth, even application
Try a homemade simple sugar scrub each week. Put a teaspoon of fine sugar and a dessert spoon of avocado oil (olive oil will do as well) and mix in a little pot, then gently buff away preferably in the shower. The moisture really allows for a deep scrub of the dead tissue.
Always apply foundation or concealer to lips first, then add lip colour on top
It really does make it last longer and gives the lipstick a surface to adhere to. Go for a matte lipstick. Anything shiny tends to wear much faster. Brighter pigments like reds stay longer as well.
Blot your lips after applying colour
Make sure they’re not sticky or wet, then reapply your lip colour. This will help with extending your application well into the night. The shape and pigment should hold on the lip even with eating and drinking, so a quick touchup is all you need. At the end of the day if you can still see it, then it’s been a good lipstick-wearing day!
Keep the rest of your makeup simple and uncomplicated
With darker lips, always do a lighter eyes and cheek, making your lips the focus. Use a nude lid or a neutral gold with swipe of liner and a coat (or two!) of mascara. As for blush, go with a softer colour, like a light pink or coral and highlighter.
Practice good lip care. Always apply lip balm
Before heading to bed each night, sometimes I like to apply good old-fashioned coconut oil directly to my lips. When you sleep you aren’t talking or moving so it stays on and does its job.
TOP BOLD LIP SHADE:
DaLish Matte Lipstick
Nars Pure Matte Lipstick
Estee Lauder Pure Colour Envy.
Anna Sui Lipstick
M.A.C Artificially Wild Lipstick