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Dark Winter

Dark Winter (also called Deep Winter) is defined by depth with a cool-leaning undertone. Deep plum, black cherry and dark berry give you structure, and light or warm-muted colors tend to disappear. This type sits next to Dark Autumn.

  • Dark brown or black hair
  • Dark brown or black-brown eyes
  • Strong contrast between features and skin

Common traits, not rules. Plenty of Dark Winters have none of them.

Dark Winter palette

Makeup colors for Dark Winter

Lips
Black cherry, plum, deep berry, dark blue-red.
Cheeks
Deep berry or plum, applied lightly.
Eyes
Charcoal, deep plum, cool espresso. Black liner works.
Base
Neutral or cool shades in your depth.
Usually less flattering
Peach, light coral, camel and muted khaki.

Shades rom&nd labels Dark Winter

Labels from rom&nd's shade guide, recorded 2026-09-29. Brand store links are not affiliate links.

ShadeProductBrand labels
17 Plum CokeJuicy Lasting Tint (original)True Winter, Dark WinterView at rom&nd
04 RadwoodBlur Fudge TintDark Autumn, Dark WinterView at rom&nd

More Winter lip tints to look at

Our picks for Winter types in general. Check each shade's undertone on the retailer page, since every line covers more than one season.

Velvet matte

One of the best-known Korean velvet tints. The deeper, richer shades are where Autumn and Winter types will find the most options.

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All Winter makeup

Neighboring types

If you are torn, it is usually between Dark Winter and one of these. Shades that suit both are the safest place to start.