One of the biggest beauty trends happening right now is the dramatic port stained lipstick. This new wine, oxblood, and black color are about to be your new go-to lipstick.
While lips ranged in color from deep port stained lipstick to black rocked the runway, the key to this trend is it is completely wearable. Port stained lip color looks good on a variety of skin tones. In addition, topping this with clear gloss can help soften this color’s intensity.
Since this new lip color is the trend, have fun experimenting.
Port Stained Lipstick Guide
- Save your deep reds and dark wine colors for fall and evenings out.
- Know what colors suit you best.
- Test the color out.
- Use a lip liner.
- Apply your lipstick with a lip brush.
- Due to the color being so intense, you don’t need lip gloss.
- Only use lip gloss if your looking to soften the color.
- Wear it with confidence.
Lipstick Shades
First of all, there are four undertones when talking about port stained lip color. The four colors are:
- Pink
- Red
- Blue
- Brown
Light skinned complexions should aim for a pink burgundy lipstick color. This shade will make your eyes pop. While someone with dark eyes will look best in a brown burgundy shade to make your eyes pop. Blue based burgundy can work on both light or dark color eyes. Deep red burgundy looks better on brunettes. Another tip is to take a tissue with you when shopping and test the various shades. Because seeing this on a white background gives you the true color.
Shopping Choices
While shopping for these dark lipstick colors, be daring. Most important is the willingness to try something new. Featured below is a lipstick by Burberry. It is a lipstick designed to give you multiple looks by wearing this one shade. In addition, the lipstick gives you six hours of hydration.
Another option to consider is Nars Oxblood burgundy featured below.
In conclusion, be bold. Don’t be afraid to experiment with these new lipstick colors. If you don’t like it, you can always remove it. Have you tried any of these new lipstick colors?
