You might have missed the boat for cherry season, but it’s still not too late to leap onto another bandwagon instead. That is, black cherry lipstick. This dark, wine-like hue made its triumphant return onto our TikTok algorithm over the last few months, with our favourite clean girl celebrities in the vein of Hailey Bieber and Sofia Richie opting to stain their lips with the actual fruit. For something with a little more staying power, however, we would recommend opting for an actual lip formula instead. There are your classic matte bullet lipsticks, which are versatile enough to be used in a variety of ways—smudged out and blurred for a hazy, gradient effect, or layered on to make a vivid visual statement. Or should you prefer a shellacked or more high-shine finish, give gloss-like iterations a go. And not forgetting, of course, tinted balm versions that are designed to grant just a perfect hint of colour all while helping to moisturise puckers.
There are, however, some considerations to take note of before attempting a black cherry lip. For one, darker pigments tend to settle into dry patches more easily and obviously, which means prep work is required prior to application. Start with an exfoliating lip scrub, before sealing off your efforts with a lip mask. Let it sit for thirty minutes before reaching for your product of choice. It’s also a good idea to buff kissers with foundation, first, to ensure optimal colour payoff, and second, to ensure your pout reflects the actual colour of your lip product of choice.
With everything said and done, the next step is to pick out the best possible shade and formula according to your preference. To help with that, Vogue Singapore has helpfully gathered a curation of outstanding black cherry lippies for your perusal, ranging from cult favourites to underground picks that are sure to delight. Ready, set, shop.
