My face looks too dark after applying make up, what can I do?

Answer 1

Well your best bet would be to buy a lighter foundation color, but if you don't want to do that, you could balance the darker foundation color with a loose powder color that is one shade lighter than your skin. I bought a foundation once that was a little too dark and did this and it worked, so at least I got some use out of the foundation and it wasn't a complete waste.

Answer 2

If your face looks too dark then it is normally the foundation that is the cause of the problem.
What you should do therefore is to take off the make up and start again with a lighter foundation.
Don't ever experiment with foundation once you have found one that works for you!
It is such an essential product that this can lead to almost dangerous results. Rather stick to one that you know works well for you and enjoy that fact - there are plenty of other products that you can experiment with instead!

Answer 3

You are using the wrong foundation color, it should match your skin tone, not make it darker. Also, look for natural shades for your eyes, and neutral lip colors help a lot if you want to look lighter.

Answer 4

hi,
if u are over doing your make-up u might look dark .to look fare u can use a little foundation to u're face but rember now a day's
u get foundation of u're face colour.before using any type of make-up better test it on u're hand as it might not sute youe skin.
always use right make up.

Answer 5

I think that the makeup that you are buying is too dark, try buying a lighter color and see if this helps.

Answer 6

choose a foundtaion that is lighter then your actual skin color and after u are done with ur make up take a little napkin and wet it with some water and tehn dab ur face with it so your foundation mixes in !!!!! and so it looks natrual

Answer 7

remove some, or use a lighter mixture.


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Answer 8

You need a lighter shade of makeup. Many places will help you find the right shade for your skin. You can also find a MaryKay consultant and they will help you find right shade in their product.

Answer 9

hummm ok then juss lose the foundation and use powder only it worked for me and if u wanna hide any flaws juss use the concealer then apply powdr its much better than foundation baby

Answer 10

it sounds like its the wrong color foundation... to find the right color for you, always make sure the foundation matches the skin of your neck.