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• Part 1 of 5: Choosing a foundation
• Part 2 of 5: Applying foundation
• Tips
• Warnings

It can be difficult for dark-skinned girls to find the right makeup. From choosing the right shade of foundation to finding the eyeshadow that will make your eyes pop, it's important to know what makeup looks good on you. Makeup that emphasizes your beauty will give you the confidence you need for a great night out.

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Part 1 of 5: Choosing a foundation

1. Use the right foundation for your skin type. Different types of foundation are suitable for different skin types, so determine if your skin is oily or dry before choosing a foundation. If your face is always glowing, if you have blemishes easily or tend to have large pores, you probably have oily skin. If your face has rough, red patches, barely visible pores or flakes, you probably have dry skin. If your face is oily in some areas and dry in some areas, you have combination skin.
   • If you have oily skin with large pores, you can use a matte foundation to absorb the natural oils from your skin.
   • Girls with dry skin should moisturize it first, then use a cream foundation instead of a mattifying one. This will keep your skin looking hydrated and fresh.
   • If you have combination skin, choose a foundation that gives the desired end result.
2. Find the perfect shade of foundation. Dark skinned girls sometimes find it difficult to find the right shade of foundation, as many of them have naturally two shades or complex skin tones. The best way to find the perfect foundation is to mix different colors together so that it blends well with your skin.
   • Your skin tone may be lighter in the center of your face than at the edges. If you use two different colors and fade them where they meet, your foundation will look very natural.

Part 2 of 5: Applying foundation

1. Start with a clean and hydrated face. You should wash and dry your face before applying the foundation. If your skin is dry, apply moisturizer before applying foundation. If you have oily skin, try a priming gel to prep your face for foundation.
2. Shake the foundation well. Before applying the foundation, you should shake the bottle or tube well. The colors of liquid foundation may separate a bit causing an uneven tone if you don't shake it well first.
3. Apply the foundation from the center of your face. Start in the center of your face and fade the foundation outwards and upwards. Keep applying foundation until your entire face is covered and spread out well.
   • If you want to use two different shades of foundation, apply the light shade first, then the dark one, and blend with a brush.
4. Stand out with bright colors. For girls with dark skin, bright eye shadows often look very well. The best bright colors for dark skin are jewel shades such as blue, emerald or purple. Bright colors contrast beautifully with dark skin and give you a dramatic look.
5. Combine complementary colors. Using two complementary colors on your eyes will give you a fun, dramatic effect. Try combining gold and purple by putting purple on your eyelid and above, closer to your brow, gold.
6. Try neutral tones for a more subtle look. Using neutral shades of eyeshadow like brown or beige can emphasize your eyes and still look very natural. By combining different neutral shades you get a unique result for during the day.
   • Do not use white or very light neutral tones. These can give a dry or dull result on dark skin.
7. Try metallic if you like it. Metallic or shimmery eyeshadow can look great with dark skin, as it really stands out against your rich, dark skin tone. Shimmery eyeshadow is the perfect choice when you are on a date.
   • Try metallic jewel shades for an extra dramatic look.
8. Use bronzer as a blush. A good trick for dark-skinned girls is that they can use bronzer as a blush. Bronzer adds a little extra color to the cheeks and emphasizes the cheekbones.
   • Apply the bronzer just below your cheekbones to shape your face.
9. Use bright blush for more color. Bright colors can look great on dark skin if they complement the undertones of the skin. Bright pink and coral red are beautiful colors to try.
   • If you have a round face, apply the blush to your cheekbones and let it run down to your temple.
   • If you have a heart-shaped face, put the blush under the apples of your cheeks and pull it up to your hairline.
   • If you have a long face, apply the blush under the apples of your cheeks, but don't pull it all the way through to your hairline.
10. Use bright colors. Bright colors look great on dark-skinned girls. Red, orange, and deep purple are all excellent choices for your lips.
    • To look your best, you need to choose colors that match the undertones of your skin. For yellow undertones, choose warm colors such as orange and chocolate brown. For pink undertones, use cool colors such as purple, or colors with a blue tone in them.
11. Choose a neutral shade that matches your skin tone. If you want to use neutral colors, look for a shade that is close to your natural skin tone. Light shades such as beige, white or light brown may look less natural.
12. Top it off with lip gloss for a beautiful effect. If you put lip gloss over your lipstick, you will finish it off. The lip gloss also keeps your lips hydrated all day or evening.
    • You can use a transparent or colored lip gloss to enhance the effect of the lipstick.
    • You can also try coconut oil as a natural lip gloss.

Tips

• Use black mascara to accentuate your lashes, and black or brown eyeliner to make your eyes stand out.
• Practice trying out different types of makeup at home so you can find out what looks best.
• Use a moisturizer before applying makeup if you have dry skin. Then your face is better prepared for the foundation.
• If you put on a lip primer first, your lipstick will stay put and apply more easily.
• Use neutral colors during the day and save bright or deep colors for the evening and special occasions.

Warnings

• Too much makeup can look over the top, so be careful not to use too much.
• Follow the guidelines on how to dispose of old makeup. Over time, there can be a lot of bacteria in your make-up, so buy new make-up on time.
• Many people are allergic to certain makeup ingredients, so try out new products by putting a little bit on your face and seeing if you respond well.
• If you are not yet 18, ask your parents if you can use make-up and how much.