Makeup for dark complexion

FOUNDATION

Choose a creamy or liquid foundation, but one that is not oily. Its always better to use a water based foundation. If there is a lot of yellow pigmentation in the skin, use a product that is not orange based. A sheer foundation and a good concealer are musts for creating the illusion of perfect skin. The foundation should not be lighter than your skin tone. Try to get one which is as close to your normal skin color as possible. When you apply foundation and powder, your aim should be for a lighter coverage. Remember that dark skins show up layers of make-up much more than fair skins. Special attention should be paid to blending. Adding a drop of water to the foundation before you apply it, may also help. Mix them on the back of your hand and apply it on your skin. Check the effect in daylight.

POWDER

Use a light baby powder after the foundation. This helps to give the skin a sheen and is not too heavy. Avoid applying too much powder, specially around the eyes. Always dust off the excess powder.

BLUSH

For your blush, you should choose colors from coral, rose, deep orange. Avoid browns and peachy shades for blush-on. For very dark skin, try a dark rose pink color for the day and shades of bronze, plum and wine for the night. Blend the blusher over the cheekbones, as it helps to brighten the skin tone. For special occasions at night, use a touch of gold.

It can really look glamorous on dark skins. Apply it at the temples and under the outer corner of the eyebrows

EYE MAKEUP

Dark skin tone looks great with dark purple and blue colors on eyes. Dark metallic colors also look good. Silver around your eye will make them stand out and look brilliant. Finish your eyes with black eyeliner and black mascara.

If you wish to use eyeshadow, avoid white or very light colors. A gold eye shadow would be complimentary where as a silver one may not look good.

HIGHLIGHTER

Can be very effective on dark skins when used on the bridge of the nose, around the eye area, above the cheek bones and just above the upper

LIPSTICK

Choosing the right colors is important for your lipstick too. Choose lipsticks with the matte finish rather than frosted ones. Medium and dull shades would look best.Bright pinks and reds are an absolute NO NO!. If you have dark lips, before applying lipstick, put some foundation and powder on your lips. Dark skin types can wear all of the wonderful dark lip colors such as blackberry, caramel and purples . They all compliment your lips