What's the best makeup for black women?

Question

Some make-ups that I use doesn't really work for me. When I go shopping, What should I be looking for?

Answer 1

Mac Cosmetics is the best make up line I have found for Black skincare. Check out your local mall cosmetic counters and ask questions, you can even get some free samples and a demonstration. I would look for a brand that specializes in Black Cosmetics and skincare. You can also ask your hairstylist, larger salons carry professional lines of Cosmetics.

Answer 2

I am a makeup artist and I hope my answer will help you, plus I have some tips here you go:

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.

Steps:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.


Tips:

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.


Warnings:

Testers in drug stores may not be sterile. Buy with a store guarantee: if the color is not right, then the item is returnable.


I love to use MAC even though its expensive, but you can use anything Almay, Loreal True Match, Covergirl, Maybelline, and so on.

Hope that helps.

Answer 3

I use Estee Lauder's Sun bronze 12 because it evens out my skin without having to wear a heavy foundation plus concealer. I then lightly brush on powder and use a darker pink tinted blush. That's all I use and it's about $40 total but lasts me for 6 months (and I wear it every day). Just remember to apply with a sponge and that a little goes a long way.

Answer 4

Do you mean matching your skin color, like in foundation? Or do you mean, the makeup in general is not for your skin type? like oily or dry...

Better makeup is going to cost a lot more, but think of how nice it will be to use good products on your face. The colors will be more true, stay on longer and not crease or smudge as much.

there is a website that gives tips about makeup for women of color.

Answer 5

Personally I like MAC; I used to love Iman's line, but I have a very hard time finding her products. Queen Latifah has a new line out with Covergirl; I can't remember the name, but she made it especially for women of color. Black Opal is pretty good too. Good luck.

Answer 6

MAC or Iman cosmetics has a wide colour range. A bit more pricey though. The deeper your skin tone means you should try avoiding products where the first few ingredients is titanium dioxide, it makes you look ashy. Good luck.

Answer 7

MAC!!! The best colors in foundation, whether you have yellow undertones or more red. Eyeshadows with tons of pigment so they really show up, and great lipgloss. There are a TON of colors to choose from. Go have fun!

Answer 8

i love the mac line. let them make up your face they are really good. clinique is pretty good and so is lancome. are you looking for bright bold colors or earth tones or something bold.? either of these lines are great. cover girl is okay to but i got a problem with not being able to sample first.

Answer 9

whatever suits your skin tone and isn't cheap. Stay away from the cheap stuff. You might want to go to a cosmetic counter to see which colors look good on you. When I say cheap, it doesn't have to come from the mall.

Answer 10

I'll say the kind that blends with your color..You have to go and check out the colors and shades that is available..