When it comes to makeup, there’s nothing worse than going home with a new eyeliner or shadow and putting it on to reveal a sheer gray rather than the opaque black you were expecting. Ladies, we don’t have time for that kind of makeup product. Speaking personally, when I go makeup shopping, I’m not looking for a subtle wash of color from my eyeliner or eyeshadow. On the contrary, I want something highly pigmented and if it’s labeled as black, it better deliver on that promise.
There can be challenges when making a product that’s both pigmented and easy to apply. However, many brands have adapted and there are more products that can live up to the phrase “blackest black” than ever before. Take a look at 7 of our favorite highly pigmented black makeup products and let us know your thoughts on this list in the comments section on social media.
Liquid Eyeliner
Benefit Roller Liner Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
This liner provides super opaque color and an easy to use felt tip pen.
Pencil Eyeliner
Pat McGrath Labs PermaGel Eyeliner Pencil
Get your emo on with a top tier gel liner than promises not to budge.
Mascara
Armani Beauty Black Ecstasy Mascara
Want lashes like spindly spider’s legs? Look no further.
Eyeshadow (Single)
Natasha Denona Blackest Black Eyeshadow Matte
The name says it all.
Eyeshadow (Palette)
“Bonnie” from Melt Cosmetics Gemini Palette
Is that a black hole? Nope, just ultra black eyeshadow.
Lipstick
Melt Cosmetics Lipstick in Bane
Ultra-matte and velvety smooth, this bullet lipstick stands the tests of time.
Liquid Lipstick
Black Moon Cosmetics Liquid to Matte Lipstick in Sleepwalker
No one is more qualified to make the perfect black liquid lipstick than a brand that specializes in goth beauty.
