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Dark-Colored Lipsticks

Sephora customers often prefer the following products when searching for Dark-Colored Lipsticks.

Try a dark color if you're looking for a lipstick that will stand out in a crowd. Dark lipsticks are bold and vampy and can be worn by women of all ages. The best dark lipsticks are highly pigmented, so they'll last longer and be more intense than lighter shades. They're also often creamy so that they won't dry out your lips.

ILIAColor Block Lipstick

Size: 0.14 oz/ 4 g·ITEM: 2128668

Color: Rosette - light pink

190 Reviews

$40.00

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If you are darker toned and hesitant about which lipstick to try, I highly recommend this one! It has the perfect dark brown undertone to complement the natural color of my lips, with a beautiful, rich berry-pink shade that you can wear every day!...What more can I ask. I used to wear the lipsticks from the other clean brand for which lipsticks are in mat black tubes. ...Stunning on brown skin!...Perfect lipstick!

What it is: A clean, handcrafted lipstick with high-impact color and supreme hydration for all-day wear and care.

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Apricot Seed Oil: Locks in moisture.
- Castor Seed Oil: Softens and soothes.
- Mango Seed Butter: Boosts elasticity.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban. This product is also cruelty-free and gluten-free, and comes in recyclable packaging.

What Else You Need to Know: Clean color, big impact.

Urban DecayVice Lip Bond Glossy Longwear Liquid Lipstick

Size: 0.2 oz / 6 mL·ITEM: 2589687

Color: Raw Footage - merlot red

2K Reviews

$38.00

Black girl friendly!...It felt really nice on the lips. If you are a brown or black girl this would look really cute with a lip liner....Long-lasting lipstick in a beautiful color!...Af first I was afraid of this shade because it swatches as a really dark brown. Once I put it on my lips though, it changed to a really pretty, dark mauve shade which works well with my coloring--light skin, light blue eyes and strawberry blond hair.

What it is: A lightweight + long-lasting liquid lipstick that delivers instant shine, glossy lips, and highly pigmented color that stays on for up to 16 hours.


Formulation Type: Liquid Lipstick


Ingredient Callouts: It is also vegan and cruelty-free.

GucciSheer Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz/ 3.5 g·ITEM: 2310027

Color: 25* Goldie Red - the gucci red sheer

302 Reviews

$66.00

I’m a fan of violet so the old timey lipstick smell of this lipstick was not offensive to me at all, though I could see how someone sensitive to scents might not be as enthused. ...I’ve always enjoyed Gucci lipsticks. This is the first sheer one I’ve tried.

What it is: A lipstick delivering a luminous, sheer finish with a hydrating and lightweight texture.Highlighted Ingredients:
- Combination of Oils: For a high-shine finish, comfortable feel and glide-on application
- Jojoba Seed Oil: Helps smooth and soften dry lips.
- Vintage Peony Scent: for delightful floral notes of Peony and Freesia.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, and triclocarban, and contains less than one percent of synthetic fragrances. This product is also silicone-free.

VIOLETTE_FRBISOU JELLY Sheer Shine Hydrating Lipstick

Size: 0.08 oz / 2.5 g·ITEM: 2864338

Color: Aïssa - cool berry

286 Reviews

$46.00

The Violette_FR Bisou Jelly lipstick is probably one of my new favorite lipsticks. ...I got the shade Bonbon Caramel, because I am in my brown era, and it did not disappoint. This particular shade of brown is so beautiful.

What it is: A sheer balm-meets-lipstick with a pigmented core and jelly outer layer—for a kiss of color with a touch of natural shine.


Formulation Type: 
Lipstick / Lip Balm & Treatment


Benefits: Hydrating


Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Castor Seed Oil: Nourishes.

- Vitamin E: Provides antioxidant benefits.

- Chasteberry Extract: Soothes.

GucciTransfer-Proof Matte Liquid Lipstick

ITEM: 2565471

Color: 607 Vanessa Violet - soft matte purple lipstick color

354 Reviews

$66.00

I got the Rosewood and it’s a very flattering shade on my tan/olive skin, dark hair, brown eyes. It isn’t exactly transfer proof, unfortunately. ...The lipstick was definitely transfer proof. Most transfer proof lipsticks are very difficult to get off, but this one was not.

What it is: A transformative liquid lip color that dries down to a transfer-proof matte finish once applied.

Formulation Type: 
Lipstick


Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone, sulfates SLS & SLES, triclocarban, and triclosan.


What Else You Need to Know: Get lips that hypnotize. The array of highly pigmented, vibrant, sunset shades provides optimal coverage and striking color, without the worry of the product settling into lip lines, smudging, or feathering, even on fabric. Created with comfort in mind, the color feels entirely weightless on the lips.

Bobbi BrownLuxe Hydrating Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz/3.5 g·ITEM: 2595742

Color: Bahama Brown - pinky brown

281 Reviews

$62.00

Wedding Lipstick Incoming!!!...I have found my wedding lipstick!!! I was so nervous since this was the first luxury lipstick I tried. ...I found this lipstick in store in the color Pink Buff. It was one of the best lipstick find ever!

What it is: A skincare-infused statement lipstick, in universally flattering shades, for lips that feel as luxe as they look.


Formulation Type: 
Lipstick


Benefits: Hydrating, Long-wearing


Highlighted Ingredients: 
- Monoi de Tahiti and Chamomile Oil: Nourish and condition.

- Jasmine Flower Wax: Boosts moisture over time.


What Else You Need to Know: This luxurious satin lipstick glides on effortlessly and hydrates for up to 10 hours,

PradaMonochrome Hyper Matte Refillable Lipstick

Size: 0.13 oz·ITEM: 2754885

Color: B03 MAHOGANY - maroon brown

209 Reviews

$65.00

A lipstick staple!!!...I keep reaching for this lipstick. I absolutely LOVE everything about this lipstick: formula, wear, pigmentation, packaging, everything! ...This shade suits me very well and I don't typically look good in darks. The formula is creamy and applies very well.

What it is: A refillable matte lipstick with a lightweight feel that delivers intense color in one stroke and a long-lasting hyper-matte finish.

Formulation Type:
Lipstick

Benefits: Long-wearing

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Jojoba Oil: Sooths and hydrates.
- Bifidus Extract: Helps strengthen the lip barrier.

What Else You Need to Know: This lipstick is formulated with Micro-Fit™ Technology, glides on seamlessly, and feels weightless all day long. The shades are made with a black base and only three pure color pigments to replicate Prada Saffiano leather’s high-integrity color depth and quality.

CLINIQUEAlmost Lipstick in Black and Pink Honey

Size: .06 oz / 2 g·ITEM: 70680

Color: Black Honey - Universal berry

5K Reviews

$34.00

It's sheer, but, super pigmented without being opaque. With a black or very dark brown lip liner, you'd get the most beautiful ombre lip. ...I read all the reviews on this and decided to get it even though i have never looked good in any shade other than mauve, rose, nude..etc. I have dark brown hair and im fair skinned...if it helps i get the "fairly light" bare essentials foundation powder...and this color is great!

What it is: A sheer, lightweight lipstick color that melts into lips, playing up their natural color.


What Else You Need To Know: This transparent pigment glides on with a sheer, glossy slip of lightweight color. The emollient-rich formula gives lips a sleek, moist finish. Cult-classic Black Honey flatters all skin tones while looking unique on everyone. Iconic Pink Honey adds a soft, sheer pink touch and shine to lips.


Ingredient Callouts: This product is free from parabens and phthalates.

TOM FORDLip Color Matte Lipstick with Full Coverage Pigment

Size: 0.1 oz/2.96 mL·ITEM: 2358455

Color: Steel Magnolia - mauve pink

1.1K Reviews

$80.00

Love this Lipstick...Preface: I have light skin, grey eyes and dark brown hair. The packaging is gorgeous! Has some weight to it and clicks securely in place. ...The packaging is the same as the regular Tom Ford lipsticks – a gorgeous black and gold with ‘TF’ etched on the one end of the case.

What it is: A luxurious lipstick in an array of essential shades for the many dimensions of the TOM FORD woman.

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Vitamin E.
- Vitamin C Derivative.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES and parabens. This product is also gluten-free.

What Else You Need to Know: TOM FORD Lip Color Matte creates a powerfully-sophisticated look of unadulterated color. Formulated with a luxurious, velvet-matte finish, Lip Color Matte smooths comfortably onto the lips in a spectrum of richly-pigmented hues from sensuous pink neutrals to alluring bolds.

GucciVelvet Matte Lipstick

Size: 0.12 oz/ 3.5 g·ITEM: 2310415

Color: 702 Anne Lilac - dark lilac

936 Reviews

$66.00

This lipstick is super pigmented with a matte finish. It’s definitely a great color for brown skin. ...Beautiful and silky matte lipstick...I haven’t tried matte lipsticks since they came out with the liquid lipsticks but this has really made me re-consider a matte regular lipstick again.

What it is: A long-lasting lipstick with intense color, a velvety matte finish, and a silky lightweight formula enriched with nourishing ingredients.


Highlighted Ingredients: 

- Gelling waxes and oils: Provide a lightweight finish and enhance the pigmentation of the lipstick.

- Rich pigments: Deliver vibrant, intense color with a soft finish.


What Else You Need to Know: Gucci presents a collection of intensely-hued lipsticks with a long-lasting matte finish. Specially formulated with oils, rich pigments, and gelling waxes, the comfortable formula applies easily, doesn’t smudge or run, and delivers rich color with a soft velvety feel.

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“amazeballs on darker skin, add a lil dark lip liner and it’s the perfect nude shade”
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