The 11 Best Black Lipsticks to Channel Your Inner Goth
Janice Ian would approve of these dark lipstick shades.
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It's time to get into the Halloween spirit with a classic dark lip. Whether you're dressing up as a witch or a goth or a vampire, black lipstick can glam up any Halloween costume and make it extra spooky. Of course, while black lipstick is great for Halloween, it's also gaining traction as a year-round beauty trend — and it's surprisingly wearable.
If you want to show off your dark side, make sure you pick up a long-lasting and hydrating formula. A lipstick that features hyper-pigmented color with staying power will keep your grunge look in place all day. Take note: The color intensity can make applying dark lipstick almost as scary as ghosts and goblins themselves. But you can put your fears to rest by finding a lipstick or lip stain with a precise applicator, so you can build your look slowly and avoid mishaps. Also, since the dark and dramatic shade can create a dulling effect, opt for a moisturizing formula.
With these picks for the best dark lipstick colors, even if you're indulging in some Halloween candy or sipping on one too many candy corn cocktails, your lips will stay dark, lush, and sealed. We rounded up the best black lipsticks for Halloween (or whenever you just want to channel your inner goth):
Wet n' Wild MegaLast Liquid Catsuit Matte Lipstick in Oh So Noir
Who needs a skintight suit when you have a lipstick with long-lasting staying power? Give off major Catwoman vibes with this buttery-smooth liquid lip that refuses to budge.
Maybelline New York Color Sensational Lip Color in Pitch Black
If you're worried that a liquid lipstick might dry you out, try a regular lipstick like this one. Glide it on and you'll feel just how creamy the honey nectar formula is.
NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick in Alien
Making mistakes with black makeup is never fun. Avoid getting messy with this GH Beauty Lab-approved lipstick. Voted best for precise application, this is the perfect tool to create a defined black lip on your first try.
Sephora Collection Cream Lip Stain Liquid Lipstick in Night Bird
If we're committing to a dark lip, our lipstick has to commit too! This long-lasting formula keeps your lips jet black without any retouches, no matter how many cups of coffee you need.
Black Moon Cosmetics Liquid to Matte Lipstick in Sleepwalker
The blackest of black, this lipstick is known to convert even the nude-lovers into pulling off a dark look.
Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in Perversion
The darker the lipstick, the better. Because this lipstick is super-pigmented, no one will question if you've dressed your lips up in a navy or a deep plum. Just one layer is needed for complete coverage.
Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil in Blackberry
For just a hint of black, glide on this yummy blackberry lip oil. Approved by the GH Beauty Lab, this nourishing oil delivers plump lips with a touch of color.
e.l.f. Cosmetics Liquid Matte Lipstick in Black Out
Pick up this black liquid lipstick from the drugstore if you're looking for something super-affordable. Its slim diamond-shaped applicator will prevent any slip-ups, even when you're on the go.
MAC Cosmetics Liptensity Lipstick in Stallion
The vibrancy of this lipstick will cling to your lips all day and leave them feeling moisturized. Apply this luxurious gel-based formula for a satiny feel.
Givenchy Rouge Interdit Vinyl Color Enhancing Lipstick in Noir
Worried that black isn't your color? This rose oil lipstick would disagree. Givenchy's formula reacts to the pH of your lips so that everyone gets their perfect, customized shade every time.
Feeling luxurious? Go for this liquid lip tint that features a blend of mineral wax, ultra-fine powders, and oils. The single-dose applicator makes putting on just the right amount a breeze.
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