HEY GOODMORNING..
I HAVE A DARK COMPLEXTION AND WAS LOOKING FOR A LITTLE COVERAGE..DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS ON WHAT TYPE OF MAKE UP TO USE?Goodmorning, can someone plz give me some makeup help?
bobbi brown i hear workd well with deep skin and try going to your local mall at the cosmetics counter they always offer good adviceGoodmorning, can someone plz give me some makeup help?
Mac tinted moisturizer..
They have a wide range of colors.
I can't really tell you any brands to use, but use makeup that goes on flawlessly and looks natural on your skin.
Everyday Minerals at everydayminerals.com-
maybe foundation dark i dont know what shade but cover girl has some good foundation and maybe gold and green eyeshadow
Cover girl has colors 4 all skin types or Maybelle, then do light eyeshadow and Cover girl lip gloss like Rihanna wears. I think it would look pretty. Good Luck
if you're dark skin...like i am
try dark purple eyeshadow. it sounds weird but its really cute
MAC all the way...that is some great great makeup!!! =)
There are several good brands. There is one made especially for African-Americans and others with very dark skin. It's called Woman of Color, and comes in different shades, so you should be able to find one that matches. I've seen it at Wal-mart and drug stores. A lot of major brands, like Cover Girl, are now making products for dark skin, you just have to look and sample them, when samples are available. Put a tiny bit on your finger and wipe it off along your jaw line. The one that ';disappears'; is the right shade. They now make stuff that they claim matches 97% of skin tones. It's available everywhere. I haven't tried it, but maybe it's worth a shot.
First, you could try your cosmetics counter at a department store. The sales girl should be able to help you find the right shade and type for your skin, and will have plenty of advice. You can extract yourself without having to buy anything (unless you want to) by saying you would like to wear it for the day and see how it holds up, or see what your friends, family think, etc. Say you may come back later to purchase it if you're happy with the results. Ask for samples, too. They are usually happy to provide you with some samples of things. I got a whole bag full from Merle Norman!
Equally important to finding the right shade for your skin is finding the right type. What is your skin type? Is it oily, dry, or combination? You should attempt to find a make-up compatible with your type. If you apply a formula for dry skin to oily skin, you could have a complexion flare-up! Conversely, a formula for oily skin used on dry skin can cause excessive dryness and irritation.
You also need to address the need for make-up. What do you want it to do? Cover acne, even skin tone, hide dark circles? Or are you just hoping to mimic a flawless face? This will tell you how much coverage you need, which will help determine what formulation of make-up you need. For sheer coverage, you can use a liquid, medium coverage a cream or mousse, and for heavy coverage, a thick cream, cream to powder, or stick make-up. Unless you have very dry skin, or use a cream to powder formula, you should ';set'; your foundation with loose powder before applying anything else. Pat it on with a puff, don't rub, then lightly dust off the excess with a fluffy make-up brush.
You should wear something besides just foundation, if you want to look your best. Mascara, and maybe some eyeliner will bring out your eyes. Definitely in black. A little blush or dark bronzer under your cheekbones and blended well will help sculpt your face. Finish off with a complimentary lip color. Dark shades are a do. Frosty pinks on dark skin are retro, but not in a good way! You should think copper, dark berry, brick. Something glossy that will get you lips noticed, but not make them leap off your face! Same with eye shadow. You can wear it, but make it work with your coloring, not contrast it. Always think earth tones. Browns, rusts, mossy greens, etc.
The most important thing is to care for your skin properly. No amount of make-up can camouflage poor skin care. Wash your face twice a day with a product made for your skin type. Never ever go to bed with your make-up on if you can help it. Skin needs to breathe and recuperate at night.
Use moisturizer around your eyes and on your throat no matter what your skin type, all over if your skin is dry. Use a spot treatment if you have a bad complexion. Never leave the house without applying sunscreen, just consider it part of your make-up routine. Apply sunscreen first, let it absorb, then begin applying your make-up. All skin tones can get cancer, don't think your coloring can fully protect you.
Last, but not least, make sure your eyebrows are well groomed! No woman is pretty with a bushy uni-brow! You can get them plucked, waxed, use a hair remover for the face, shave, or even get them threaded, but if you have overgrown brows, do something! If they are okay, just comb them into place with a clean toothbrush (you can use a tiny dab of hair gel or clear mascara to make sure they stay put, if you want).
I am fair-skinned, of Irish descent, but I know a lot about make-up and skin care. I hope I have given you some good ideas. Get samples of anything you think might work, and play with it. Just have fun!
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