MAKE UP TIPS for dark skin

 If your here, then your main interest is finding out, great tips on applying make up for your dark completion .. 
Well, even if your not of dark skin completion, some of this tips may also work great on you too.

in order to emphasize what is best in a skin tone, it is worth knowing some basic makeup tips.

one should; start by Cleansing, moisturizing and scrubing your skin, then apply primer followed by the concealer, foundation, and the powder to create a smooth base. Avoid cosmetics that are honey-based as it could make dark skin look yellow, extremely unwell and unpleasant.

1, Foundation and concealer.

For dark skin, the foundation to be used must be water-based. Dark skin always looks oily, and therefore using a cream foundation will worsen the skin even more. Foundation includes; concealer, foundation, and powder.

Those who own a dark complexion should choose foundation as well as the basic elements as concealer and powder according to the basic features of their skin tone. Dark skin comes in different shades and colors, so feel free to mix dark shades with lighter ones to make a perfect blend.

To avoid the mask effect keep away of opting for shades that are lighter than the natural tone. Undoubtedly makeup is more visible on a darker skin than on the fair one.

Blending is the key to success, choose powders that are rather translucent to add a soft finish to your look. Keep away from the shiny look, it might spoil your whole makeup.

2.  Eye make up.

While applying eye makeup, go for dark colors like browns, prunes, copper and burgundy. Dark metallic colors can also be used. 

It is better not to use eyeliner for dark complexion as it may spoil the look of ones eyes if not applied properly. 

Only natural and clear color mascara is good for dark complexion skin.

If you feel the need to shine choose metallic shades. These will look fabulous especially if applied for a special night or an evening event.

During the day feel free to use brown or gray eyeliners, these will brighten up your eye makeup making it more sensitive and spectacular. Top your look with black or copper'ish mascara for a classy touch.

3. Blush:

Choose  deep orange and coral shades for blush and avoid brown and peach shades. For a very dark skin tone, one can choose bronze related shades.While for a night look , shimmers with gold tones, blends well with dark complexions.

 4. Lip color :                                                                                                                      

Dark complexion looks amazing with burgundies, brownish and berry shades. However the color palette can be further widened with mochas, coffee, chocolates,gold, soft pink and beige colors.

Never apply shades like; orange on dark toned lips, 

Do not also make the mistake of coordinating your eye color with lipstick..

Before you buy any lip colour, make sure you test  it on the back of your hand, to see if it will mesh with your overall complexion.