Eye Makeup
Eye Primer Pics
The right Eye Primer makes all the difference. For Women of Color, it’s all about rich color payoff, all-day wear, and formulas that flatter every skin tone—no creasing, no fading.
NARS Tinted Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base, Medium-Dark
· Neutralizes discoloration, enhanceseyeshadow color, and prolongs wear. · Creates a Smooth Canvas by evening out eyelid discoloration andredness, allowing the eyeshadow color to appear true. · It prevents eye makeup from smudging,creasing, or caking, ensuring that it looks freshly applied all day. · Humidity-resistant, matte finish that driesquickly. · The formulablends easily, dries quickly to a matte finish, and does not feel heavy or
drying.
Fenty BeautyPro Filt’r Amplifying Eye Primer Invisipink
· The primer is designed to create a supersmooth surface for effortless blending'. · Keeps your eyeshadow in place all day and itprevents mascara from bleeding or smudging, especially for those with oily
lids. · The primer enhances eyeshadow color vibrancy, enhancedcolor, applies better, and extended wear. · Provide crease-proof and fade-proof wear, and it helpsgrip color for serious crease proof, and fadeproof.
Laura Mercier Eye Basics Primer - WHEAT
· The primer helps even out discoloration. · It can be used as a shadow. Some users preferto use it as an eyeshadow rather than a primer. ·The primer helps the eyeshadowblend nicely. Reviewers on LovelySkin note that powder eyeshadow blends nicely
on top of the primer. · The primer is designed to be long-wearing andcrease-resistant, it 'blends easily, is crease-resistant and won't slide
off lids'. · Those who prefer cream-based products are looking for aversatile eyeshadow base.Mascara Pics
Finding the right mascara for Women of Color means looking for rich pigmentation that shows up bold and beautiful—plus formulas that last all day without smudging or flaking.
Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara stands out due to its lengthening and defining capabilities. According to Byrdie, it 'makes my lashes look longer, fuller, beautifully lifted, and fanned out', making it suitable for both minimal and dramatic makeup looks.
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara
Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara is a budget-friendly option that delivers significant volume and length. WWD notes that it 'outperforms options that are over quadruple its price,' and its conic wand effectively separates lashes.
L'Oreal Paris Voluminous Panorama Mascara
L’Oréal Paris Voluminous Panorama Mascara is another strong contender, offering a wide-eyed effect without clumping. As Beth Gillette from Cosmopolitan notes, 'It truly gives your lashes a dramatic, wide-awake finish without clumping or smudging,' and the brush design allows for versatile application.
Eyeliner Pics
Finding Eyeliners that work well on darker skin tones involves considering pigmentation and staying power. Several options stand out for their suitability.
NYX Professional Makeup Epic Ink Liner - Bla
NYX Professional Makeup Epic Ink Liner is a standout choice, praised for its intense black color and ease of application. According to InStyle, it 'deposits an inky black color perfectly, glides on like butter, and doesn’t require multiple layers to get that opaque hue on.'
Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner Penci
Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner Pencil offers a creamy formula with a respectable color range, including teal and black violet, which enhance dark eyes. NYTimes Wirecutter notes, Revlon ColorStay pencil is ideal 'for someone not looking to spend a ton but try out, say, blue liner.'
NYX Professional Makeup Epic Wear Liner Stick
NYX Epic Wear Liner Stick is recommended for its vibrant color selection and long-lasting wear, allowing for experimentation with both matte and shimmer finishes.
EYH Eyebrow Pencil Pics
Finding the right Eyebrow Pencil for women of color involves balancing pigment, undertone, and ease of use to achieve natural-looking, defined brows.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz is a top pick due to its ultra-fine tip, which allows for precise, hair-like strokes. According to Instyle, it made it easy to mimic my brows’ pattern in particularly sparse spots with fine, detailed strokes—hence why I recommend it for beginners. It was so effective that it was almost difficult to tell where my real hairs ended and where the pencil marks began."
NYX Professional Makeup Micro Brow Pencil
NYX Professional Makeup Micro Brow Pencil is a strong contender, often cited as a dupe for the Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz. r/MakeupAddiction users confirm that the NYX Micro Brow pencil is a really good dupe for ABH."
Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Pencil
Benefit Cosmetics Precisely, My Brow Pencil is also recommended for its micro-fine tip, which Allure notes is designed for ultra-precise filling and detailing. Like the original formula, its smudge- and water-proof formula ensures your perfect brows stay flawless for up to 12 hours, even if unexpected water, sweat, or humidity comes their way.
EYH Eyeshadow Pics
Finding Eyeshadows that show up vibrantly on deeper skin tones requires high pigmentation and the right base. Several brands and product types are repeatedly recommended for women of color.
Juvia's Place Eyeshadow Palettes
Juvia's Place Eyeshadow Palettes are frequently cited for their intense color payoff. As makeup artist Delina Medhin notes, 'The texture of the eyeshadow makes the biggest difference...For bright shades, she looks for smoothness' Byrdie also names Juvia's Place The Coffee Shop Palette as a 'Best Bold Colors' option, highlighting its intense pigment and crease resistance.
Danessa Myricks Colorfix Matte Eye Lip CheekCream Pigment
Danessa Myricks Colorfix also stands out as a versatile option. According to The Zoe Report, makeup artist Danessa Myricks created Colorfix because the makeup available didn’t look as bright on her deep complexion as it did in the pan. Byrdie also highlights Danessa Myricks Beauty Cheek & Lip Cream Pigment as a multi-purpose product with intense pigmentation and a long-wearing formula.
Pat McGrath LabsBijoux Brilliance Eye Shadow Palette ~ Bronze Ecstasy
Pat McGrath Labs Eyeshadow Palette is praised for unique shimmer and glitter textures. InStyle notes that the vibrant colors stand out even more against deeper skin tones, and InStyle tester Danielle was incredibly impressed with their pigment and how stunning the jewel-toned shades looked on her lids.
EYH Highlighters Pics
Finding Highlighters that complement deeper skin tones involves selecting shades that provide a noticeable glow without appearing ashy. Bronze and golden pigments are frequently recommended for brown skin.
Mac Mineralize Skinfinish in Gold Deposit
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish in Gold Deposit is a top recommendation, considered by byladyadelaide as 'the holy grail of highlighters...an absolute must-have' for melanated skin. They add that it provides great value, lasting for years. Blanchard also recommends MAC Mineralize Skin Finish: Gold Deposit, noting it is 'the most pigmented from the group that’s almost dark enough to use as a bronzer.'
Becca Shimmering SkinPerfector Liquid Topaz
Becca Shimmering Skin Perfector in Topaz is another popular choice. According to wheredidugetthat, it is 'the go to golden shade for darker skins', and 'gives an amazing realistic glow'. Teenvogue also lists Becca Topaz as a winner, noting that it complements darker skin tones best and layers easily.
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