There is no denying the fact that women with dusky skin look simply amazing. So if you are one of the lucky women rocking a dusky complexion, we can only say – wear it with pride! Here are 9 makeup and beauty tips that will help you create truly beautiful looks.
Use gentle cleaners
Cleaning your skin is a must, especially if you experience a bit of dryness. If you’re wearing makeup, make sure you use a very gentle product to remove it without damaging the skin. Micellar water is one of those skin cleansers that is gentle enough, but will do a great job at cleaning your face – without rinsing it!
Skip the eyeliner
It’s generally considered that women with dusky skin tone should outline their eyes like crazy – as if they don’t stand out enough! Well, you can try using mascara with no liner at all, paired with some bright shimmery eye-shadow – it’ll keep your eyes looking fresh even after a long day at work. Leave the eyeliner for evening gowns and special events when you need to add that extra something to your look.
Enjoy your bold brows
It’s a general trend to pluck and thread those gorgeous thick brows that are given to us ladies by Mother Nature. Well, it’s time to drop those tweezers for a while and remember what your face actually looks like. You’d be surprised! Of course, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t groom your brows at all – remove those odd stray hairs that don’t belong anywhere and do a slight trim with scissors for a gorgeous natural brow.
Moisturize
We, girls, should look after our skin regardless of skin tone, so make sure you moisturize daily after shower with a proper cream or tonic that is good for your skin type. This will help you get rid of dryness and flakiness, creating that healthy glow we’re all striving for.
Foundation is the key
Ladies with dusky complexion should be especially careful when choosing the right foundation. If you opt for a lighter colour, you skin will look weird and unnatural, so it’s important to pick the right shade. If you can’t find the right one, just mix one yourself! Get a foundation that is lighter than your skin tone and one that is darker, and make a mix that suits your skin tone perfectly. You’ll see the difference immediately!
Create a hair routine
It’s easy to go overboard with all those masks, oils, and other hair beauty tricks your mother taught you. But you’ll have to try! It’s important to have a healthy routine that doesn’t stress your hair too much. Say no to chemical-induced shampoos, use homemade natural conditioner, and try to avoid dyeing your hair, even if you find a few grey hairs here and there. Your hair will thank you! And put on some coconut oil from time to time to soothe a dry scalp and create silky locks.
Choose lipstick wisely
Obviously, what works for lighter skin tones is usually a no-no for women with dusky complexion. Try juicy darker shades of your favourite colours, depending on the look you’re going for: coral red, berry, burgundy, hot pink, brown, plum, etc. Classy bright red does wonders for you when you want to look fresh and ready for everything. Matte brown and subdued colours like plum and berry are suitable for casual looks.
Powder is a no-no
Powders make your skin look cakey and extremely bright. Remember that creamy foundation is your best friend, it will make your skin look smooth like you aren’t wearing any makeup at all. Powders simply don’t blend well with dusky skin tones.
Don’t forget the blush
Of course, you’d have to use shades different from the ones used by light-skinned ladies. Opt for a mix of gold and rose that will create a beautiful glowing effect. Shades like burgundy, prunes, brown, and copper also work extremely well when you too to add an extra something to you look.