How to Select Face Makeup That Complements African-American Coloring
Since skin tones vary greatly among women of African descent, finding the right face makeup can be tricky. The wrong makeup can lead to an ashen or flat complexion, but with a little insight and a lot of experimentation, you can minimize the guesswork and put your best face forward.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Blush
- Blush Brush
- Dark Or Black Eye Shadows
- Eye Shadow Brushes
- Face Powder
- Foundation
- Lip Gloss
- Lip Liners
- Lipstick
- Makeup Brushes
- Mascara
- Waterproof Mascaras
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Look beyond your skin's color and examine its undertones. Rich ebony complexions usually have cool, almost blue undertones, while brown and caramel complexions have warm golden undertones.
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Choose from shades that appear to be in your color range and may complement your complexion's undertones. Remember that foundation will look different on your skin than it does in a bottle or on a thumbnail palette.
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Consider lines that specialize in black beauty products for the widest color selection. Always try foundation on your jawline or the inside of your wrist to get the best idea of a color match.
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Set your makeup with a loose translucent powder. If you're blessed with a flawless even complexion, skip the foundation and opt for a tinted moisturizer or tinted powder over bare skin.
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Contour your cheekbones with a sweep of blush. Plums, currants and mauves will flatter a medium to dark complexion. Caramel, honey and apricot will complement a medium to light complexion.
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Tips & Warnings
Bronzer is an alternative to blush for those with a warmer complexion. Dust a light coating over the face, contouring at temples and cheekbones.
When faced with uneven skin pigment, consult a beauty expert for suggestions on a foundation that will even out your skin tone. You may be a candidate for two colors, that when spread over the right areas, will render the uniform look you desire.
Think about your skin type when selecting a face makeup. Oilier skins do better with water-based liquid foundations and cream blush, while drier skins benefit from cream formulas.
Testers in drug stores may not be sterile. Buy with a store guarantee: if the color is not right, then the item is returnable.
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Comments
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virgolady
Aug 07, 2009
The BEST makeup for women of color is the IMAN Collection. She has shades that compliment ALL shades and they are simply beautiful. I have been using her Earth #2 or Earth #3 for years. Her powder is to die for. Check it out! -
msmayor
Oct 26, 2008
I think I can do this!!Thanks
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msmayor
Oct 26, 2008
I think I can do this!!Thanks
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MelodyKay
Aug 21, 2008
I love makeup! But have always had a very difficult time matching my skin color. As with many people it changes throughout the seasons and with geographical moves. My overall favorite makeup now is UniversalColors. The "me" shade simply disappears into my coloring and can provide a coverage from sheer to heavy without looking caked or "made up." I have a light brown/tannish complexion with freckles. I have used MAC, Prescriptive, Flori Roberts, Lancome, Fashion Fair, Queen from covergirl....you name it....either I looked "funny" or as the case with Flori Roberts and Fashion Fair, the makeup simply rubbed off on everything.....oh I almost forgot....tried mineral makeups also....tooo messy! I went to the color me web link but I could never buy makeup on line without being able to try it.
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Aug 08, 2006
Applying a tiny bit of powder (loose or pressed) before and after applying your concealer helps it to set better, especially if you have oily skin. I do this under my eyes, where I have dark circles, and any where else where I may have a blemish. After doing this, apply foundation as you normally would. Don't forget to always use your moisturizer before applying any makeup to the face.
