Women rely on cosmetics to put a daily mask on their face, playing with colors and scents in relation to what side they want to channel on any given day; dark and edgy beauty looks allow them to tap into their inner femme fatale. Whether that means taking inspiration from their favorite movie star vampire or simply introducing more shadowy shades, it is becoming increasingly easy for women to indulge dark fantasies.
For instance, a perfect dark and edgy beauty example lies in the latest MAC cosmetic collection that is inspired by Disney's 'Maleficent' movie, which is set to release at the end of May 2014. Instead of being kitschy or cliche, the products are deep and warm, allowing women to achieve a similar look as Angelina Jolie in the movie.
43 Examples of Edgy Beauty
From Mama Monster Fragrances to Mystical Beauty Editorials:
Meghan Young — May 22, 2014 — Pop Culture
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Polished Punk Fashion
The Vogue Taiwan 'Punk Me' Photoshoot Stars Ellinore Erichsen
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Molten Makeup Looks
Beauty from Estonia by Reanne Derkson is Perfect for Winter
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Conceptual Beauty Looks
Makeup Artist Veronica Azaryan Creates Imaginative Alien Appearances
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Alien Beauty Editorials
The Andrey & Lili 'Hot Summer' Series has an Otherworldly Essence
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Intergalactic Beauty Editorials
The HGIssue Issue 3 Photoshoot Stars Model Sabrina Nait
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Phantasmal Goth Editorials
Lea T is Positively Ghostly in What About Mag #1
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Glam Gothic Editorials
Gintare by Danny Cardoza for Fashion Gone Rogue Boasts Asymmetrical Hair
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Edgy Floral Editorials
The Vogue Taiwan May 2014 Photoshoot Stars Model Ragnhild Jevne
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Lux Rocker Looks
Moo King Captures Coco Rocha for Dressed to Kill Winter 2013-14
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Winter-Inspired Beauty Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Polar Vortex' Photoshoot Stars Shen
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Experimental Beauty Editorials
The Styleby Magazine Issue 25 Photoshoot Stars Charlotte Carey
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War Paint Editorials
Makeup Artist Tyen Creates Urban ‘Peintures de Guerre'
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Stony Scent Branding
BARB Fragrance Packaging Embodies a Rugged Image to Appeal to Men
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Glam 80s-Inspired Cosmetic Ads
The NARS Cosmetics Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Model Toni Garrn
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Studded Skin Photography
This Fashion Series Features a Gothic Model with Spiked Studs in Her Skin
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Beetle-Hued Beauty Editorials
These Radical Punk Colors are Inspired by Nature
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Asymmetrical Beauty Captures
This Beauty Series Features Flirty Makeup and Strange Looks
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Two-Faced Cosmetic Captures
The Edge Sandra Jasińska Editorial Showcases Inverted Imagery
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Disney-Inspired Makeup
The Mac Cosmetics x Maleficent Collection is Dark and Villainous
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Electric Beauty Editorials
The Flare 'The New Wave' Photoshoot Stars Jenna Earle and Amanda N
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Serial Killer-Inspired Perfumes
Smell Like Hannibal Lecter with NBC's Latest Hannibal Perfume
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Electric Eyeshadow Campaigns
The Saint Laurent Fall 2013 Beauty Ad Stars Cara Delevingne
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Bold Beehive Beauty Editorials
The Vogue Japan Setting the Mood Story is Futuristically Elegant
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Anatomically Illustrated Scents
Van Der Lichaam Aromatherapy Packaging is Biologically Branded
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Mystical Beauty Editorials
The Relapse Magazine 'Dark Visions' Photoshoot is Richly Whimsical
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Magical Mineral Makeup
Micabella Cosmetics Work Interchangeably to Create Vibrant Looks
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Primary Colored Bob Cuts
This Punkish Series by Milica Shishalica is called Piet Mondrian
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Ink-Blotted Perfume Packaging
Vilde Perfume Branding Uses a Minimalist Design
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Singled-Out Makeup Ads
The ck One Cosmetics Fall 2013 Campaign Showcases Flawless Faces
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Cosmetic Corpse DIY Looks
The 'Gothic Vampire Makeup Tutorial' Instructs Viewers on Dark Beauty
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Tribal Serpent Makeup
The Santigold for Smashbox Cosmetics Collection Matches All Skin Colors
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Mysterious Makeup Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Celia' Photoshoot Stars Celia Becker
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Mama Monster Fragrances
'Fame' Perfume by Lady Gaga is as Eclectic as the Artist Herself
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Foul Undead Fragrances
You Can Smell Like 'The Walking Dead' with This Perfume
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Fantasy Book Fragrances
The Game of Thrones Fire and Blood Perfume is Inspired by Dragons
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Hand Grenade Colognes
Viktor & Rolf 'Spicebomb' Looks Like It's Ready to Blow
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Punk Icon Perfume Campaigns
The Iggy Pop for Paco Rabanne Fragrance Campaign is an Odd Match
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Iconic Poet-Inspired Fragrances
Beyonce's 'Rise' Perfume is a Tribute to Maya Angelou
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Mysterious Perfume Ads
The Megan Fox Armani Code Commercial Will Give You Chills
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Marie Antoinette-Inspired Editorials
The Vogue Germany April 2014 Photoshoot is Full of Decadence
Freckled Muse Photography
The Speckled Beauty Story for Chloe Magazine Celebrates Imperfections
Illusionary Beauty Editorials
The Nonsens TUSH Image Series Plays with Perception
Pop Art Punk Editorials
The 'Exit Here' Editorial for Numero Russia Features Rosie Tapner
Polished Punk Photography
The L’Oreal Feria Pastel Toning Conditioner Campaign by Peter Pedo
Sensual 60s Beauty Spreads
Alek Alexeyeva Poses as a Belle from 1960 for Nikolay Biryukov
Slinky Siren Editorials
Esha Gupta Stars in ELLE India's May 2014 Issue
Minimal Easygoing Editorials
The British Vogue June 2014 Photoshoot Stars Andreea and Ashleigh
Aggressive Gothic Girl Editorials
Rihanna Gets in Your Face for 032c Magazine Fall 2013 Issue
Whimsical Pastel Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Macaroons' Photoshoot is Quaintly Colorful
Modernized Story Editorials
The CR Fashion Book 'Fairy Tale Theater' Photoshoot Stars Joan Smalls
Whimsical Witchcraft Editorials
The L'Officiel Italia Ambiguity Photoshoot is Sorceress-Themed
Raw Urban Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Hello Dani!' Photoshoot Stars Danielle Pontes
Intensely Overused Blush Editorials
Hanna Svensson Stands Out in Dansk Magazine Spring 2014 Issue
Elf Alien Queen Editorials
The Wonderland Magazine Spring/Summer 2014 Issue Stars Emma Watson
Glam Gothic Editorials
Gintare by Danny Cardoza for Fashion Gone Rogue Boasts Asymmetrical Hair
Androgynous Rocker Editorials
The Fashion gone Rogue 'What Ida Wore' Photoshoot Stars Ida Dyberg
Housewife Swimwear Editorials
The W Magazine 'More is More' Photoshoot Stars Model Hilary Rhoda
Prim Silver-Haired Editorials
The FASHIONTREND Australia Renaissance Issue Stars Annabella Barber
Whimsical Floral Editorials
The ELLE Vietnam April 2014 Photoshoot Stars Paige Reifler
Fiery Feminine Editorials
The L’Officiel Netherlands August 2013 Photoshoot Stars Magdalena
Epic Competition Cosmetics (UPDATE)
The Dystopian COVERGIRL Hunger Games Makeup Looks are Gorgeous
Vividly Adorned Editorials
The Original Treasures Vogue Japan Portrait Series is Ornate
Gothic Parisian Photoshoots
De Coeurs Noirs by Michael David Adams Stars Model Li Jun
Modernized 1800s-Like Fashion
The Vogue Italia 'Thornfield in Flame' Editorial Channels Jane Eyre
Eccentrically Layered Editorials
The Glamour France 'Venus in Venice' Photoshoot Stars Staz Lindes
Romantic Rocker Editorials
The ELLE Norway May 2014 Photoshoot Stars Masha Novoselova
Creatively Minimalist Fashion
The Marie Claire Hungary April 2014 Editorial Stars Vanessa Axente
Smouldering Urban Fashion
Vamp Magazine Spring/Summer 2014 Issue Stars Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Fierce Tomboy Fashion
The ELLE Spain 'One of the Guys' Editorial Stars Anna Selezneva
Powerful Skin-Revealing Editorials
Jody Pachniuk Shoots the Fashion Gone Rogue 'Rachael' Exclusive
Artistic Muse Editorials
The Vogue Taiwan February 2014 Photoshoot Stars Magdalena Langrova
Rebellious Rainy Day Editorials
The ‘Tough Love’ Editorial Features Gothic Makeup and
Punkish Alley Editorials
This Editorial Features Punk Looks, Grungy Backgrounds and Bright Colors
Unruly Rocker Editorials
Tess Hellfeuer Gets Rebellious for Maire Claire Italia April 2014 Issue
Ferocious Spirit Animal Editorials
Sander Dekker Photographed Christina Anderson for C-Heads
Face-Averting Editorials
This Vogue Netherlands Editorial Covers the Face in Various Ways
Eerily Elegant Editorials
The Apropos Journal 'The Secret Garden' Photoshoot Stars Katrin Thormann
Experimental Beauty Editorials
The Styleby Magazine Issue 25 Photoshoot Stars Charlotte Carey
Avant-Garde Regal Captures
This Artsy Editorial Features Model Farah Holt in Eccentric Gowns
Shimmering Mod Fashion
The Tatler Hong Kong March 2014 Photoshoot Stars Laura Kargulewicz
Eccentric Apocalypse Attire
The Guiseppe by Antonio Guzzardo Image Series is Seapunk-Chic
Statuesque Seaside Editorials
The ILLI Magazine 'Sirene' Photoshoot Stars Mela Werner
Punk Glamour Editorials
The Mateusz Sitek Beauty Scene Exclusive is Rocker-Chic
Cowgirl Swimwear Editorials
The W Magazine April 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Amanda Seyfried
Vibrantly Bold Beauty Photoshoots
Minx by Jessica Horewood Stars Alex Cant has a Retro Flair
Electric 80s Editorials
The Sigrid Agren Fire and Desire Cover Story is Retro-Infused
Vibrantly Edgy Fashion Ads
The Juicy Couture Fall 2013 Campaign Incorporates Social Media
Dreamy Bohemian Editorials
The Ones 2 Watch Esmerelda Fashion Story is 90s Inspired
Stony Scent Branding
BARB Fragrance Packaging Embodies a Rugged Image to Appeal to Men
Secret Society Editorials
Prestige International 'Eyes Wide Shut' is Full of Dark Sensuality
Couture Lipstick Branding
Givenchy's Lipstick Tube Design Introduces a New Symbol for the Brand
Exaggerated Carnival Captures
The Long Tran Culture Magazine Editorial is Circus Inspired
Effortlessly Ladylike Editorials
The Vogue US September 2013 Issue is Covered by Jennifer Lawrence
Sultry White Tee Editorials
The GQ Magazine May 2014 Photoshoot Stars a Scantily-Clad Hannah Davis
Boldly Embellished Couture Editorials
Ezra Petronio Shot Anja Rubik for Love 11 S/S 2014
All-Denim Fashion
Denim Daydream by Lucy Alcorn Stars Model Elle Gray
Futuristic Ladylike Fashion
The Harper’s Bazaar Brazil May 2014 Editorial Stars Laura Love
Jeweled Raver Editorials
The Karma Chameleon Oyster Image Series Revives 90s Styling
Gothic Cosmetic Close-Ups
The Anna Moya Beauty Scene Exclusive Embraces Deep Violet Hues
Eccentric Painted Face Editorials
The ELLE Canada 'Hue Bet' Photoshoot Stars Nicola Haffmans
Grungy Floral Editorials
Meghan Collison Stars in the Twin Magazine SS 2014 Issue
Casual Rockstar Fashion Ads
The Zadig & Voltaire Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Freja Beha Erichsen
Gleaming Beauty Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Shine Theory' Photoshoot Stars Sarah Dick
70s Muse-Inspired Editorials
The Vogue Russia April 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Nadja Bender
Casual College Fashion Ads
The Tommy Hilfiger Denim Fall 2013 Campaign is Playfully Preppy
American Sweetheart Editorials
The Marie Claire US June 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Jennifer Lawrence
Black Ink-Dyed Fingers
Black Dip-Dyed Fingers are a Fashion-Forward Style Statement
Vivid Eyeshadow Editorials
The After Dark Beauty Story by Ruo Bing Li is Holiday-Ready
Dewy-Skinned Beauty Editorials
The ELLE Canada June 2014 Photoshoot Stars Frida Gustavsson
Feline Posing Celebs
Photographer Heiko Richard Captures a Fantastic Mads Mikkelsen Photoshoot
Sweatily Sporty Editorials
The Vogue Italia 'Behind the Scenes' Photoshoot Stars Mirte Mass
Ethereal Gilded Hair Captures
The Goldness Beauty Scene Exclusive is Delicate and Demure
Youthful Denim Editorials
The Cosmopolitan Australia June 2014 Photoshoot Stars Lena
Enchanting Forest Fashion Ads
The Vera Wang Fall 2013 Campaign Stars a Nature-Loving Shu Pei
Outlandish Piercings Cover Shoots
The Dazed Spring 2014 Issue Stars Model Mariacarla Boscono
Avant-Garde Cosmetic Captures
This Fat Magazine 2014 Editorial Features Model Lindsey Wixson
Minimalist Futurism Editorials
Alexandra Kivimaki Stars in This Image Series for the Ones 2 Watch
Androgynous Duo Editorials
This Russh Magazine Editorial Features Dark Androgynous Fashion
Fighter Stance Editorials
Vogue Italia 'It's a Matter of Shape' Stars Saskia De Brauw and Lida Fox
Glam Gloaming Editorials
The Vs. Magazine SS14 Photoshoot Stars Actress Emilia Clarke
Pattern-Mixing Perfume Packaging
Balenciaga's Rosabotanica Perfume Packaging Mixes Prints & Scents
Vibrant Spring Beauty Looks
The ESSENCE Magazine March 2014 Photoshoot Stars Lupita Nyong’o
Monster Diva Mashups
'Beyonce Vs. Zombies' is a Whole New Take on Song Lyrics
Darkly Feline Editorials
The Dress to Kill Winter 2013 Photoshoot Stars Model Gabrielle
Dynamically-Posed Fashion Ads
The Celine Spring 2014 Ad Campaign Appears Makeup-Free
Solitary Nomadic Editorials
The Vogue China Hidden Cabinet Photoshoot is Dark and Solitary
Pop Bottle Perfume Packaging
Coca Cola Le Parfum Bottles are Inspired by the Brand's Manner
Pastel Color-Blocking Editorials
The 'In the Shade of White' Fashion Editorial Explores Light Hues
Low-Key Menswear-Inspired Fashion
The L’Uomo Vogue March 2014 Editorial Stars Abbie Cornish
Glossy Lollipop Editorials
Ymre Stiekema Poses with Candy Treats for Elle France's May 2014 Issue
Glossy Beauty Looks
Sheen by Diliana Florentin Boasts Dewy Skin and Shimmering Makeup
Girly Rebellious Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Pretty in Punk' Photoshoot Stars Sasha Panika
Effervescent Perfume Packaging
New Packaging for the Revlon Charlie Fragrances Revives a Classic
Spooky Temporary Eye Tattoos
These Eye Decorations by Face Lace Are Dressed with All Things Spooky
Map-Embedded Bottles
Etnia Fragrances Packaging Features the Blueprint of Each Aromatic Metropolis
German Cinema Editorials
The Interview Magazine 'Two.' Photoshoot Stars Kim and Querelle
Neon Egyptian Editorials
The Beauty Scene Glow Exclusive is Electric-Hued
Sterile Sci-Fi Editorials
The Bullett Magazine 'Error404' Photoshoot is Futuristic
Sly Cinematic Editorials
The Numero France Les Diaboliques Photoshoot is Mischievous
Artist Homage Beauty Editorials
Les Beaux Arts by Erwin Olaf Pays Homage to Art World Icons
Odd Couple Editorials
The M Le Monde March 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Edita Vilkeviciute & Danny Trejo
Elegantly Disheveled Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Lida' Photoshoot Stars Lida Fox
Plush Pastel Editorials
The Vogue Russia Treadmill Running Photoshoot Showcases Pale Colors
Understated Tribalism Captures
The Ones 2 Watch Modern Nomand Editorial is Sophisticated
Flag-Inspired Cosmetic Captures
This Danish ELLE Editorial was Shot by Henrik Adamsen
Windblown Grayscale Online Editorials
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Kylie' Photoshoot Stars Kylie James
Dramatic Makeup Look Ads
The NK Haute Cosmetics Campaign Promotes a One-of-a-Kind Beauty Service
Dishevelled Surf Town Editorials
The T Magazine 'Lost in Paradise' Photoshoot Stars Amanda Murphy
Lounging Hotel Editorials
'Chill Day in the Suite' by Michel Widenius Stars Sanna Backstrom
Prettily Sun-Drenched Celeb Editorials
The Manhattan Magazine May 2014 Photoshoot Stars Kate Mara
Dramatic Evening Cosmetic Captures
The ‘Nights Out’ Series for Purple Fashion is Cosme
Daring Designer Lipsticks
Dolce & Gabbana Create Fun Flirty Lipstick Shades for Sunny Days
Decaying Anime Monster Illustrations
Artist Daryl Hobson is Creating His Own Zombie Pokemon
Frosted Beauty Portraits
The Ice Age Editorial by Ruo Bing Li Embraces Winter Cosmetics
Sweat-Building Beauty Editorials
The Vogue China 'Banish Bloating' Editorial Stars Chiharu Okunugi
Terrifying Urban Zombie Pranks
The AMC Walking Dead Hoax Terrorized Unsuspecting New Yorkers
Glamorously Sun-Soaked Editorials
The Fashion Magazine April 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Cobie Smulders
Geometric Jungle Branding
The La Panthere Fragrance by Cartier Features Bold Design Details
Hand-Made Undead Dolls
These Zombie Dolls Come with Removable Guts
Fiercely Reflected Fashion Ads
The Vionnet Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Model Malgosia Bela
Menacing Zombie Posters
The 'Deadwatch' Poster Contains Crucial Zombie-Related Information
Audio Jack Perfume Packaging
Notes "Fragrance to Music" Marries Sound and Scent
Ominous Zombified Designer Photos
These Zombie Designers Show What Undead Creative Types Are Like
Home Life-Embracing Editorials
The Comopolitan Magazine June 2014 Cover Shoot Stars Chrissy Teigen
Lace-Texture Makeup
The Chanel Precious Lace Makeup Takes On New Textures as a Lacy Pressed Powder
Office-Simulating Video Games
This Pixelated Video Game Allows You to Destroy Your Office
DIY Elemental Mistress Looks
Get Mutant and Proud with this Storm X-Men Makeup Tutorial
Endearingly Maternal Editorials
The Free People 'Mother's Love' Photoshoot Stars Shelby Keeton
Death-Simulating Games
DayZ by Dean Hall Leaves the Gamer Struggling with Morality
Puppet-Inspired Lip Art
Kandee Johnson Presents a Lip Art Tutorial for Four Quirky Muppet Looks
Twerking Popstar Makeup Tutorials
Kandee Johnson's 'Wrecking Ball' Makeup Makes a Perfect Miley
Piggy Puppet-Inspired Makeup
Kandee Johnson Puts Together a Miss Piggy Pink Makeup Look
Woman-Hungry Zombie Movies
The ‘Zomboobies’ Movie is About Zombies Who are After Women