The world of make-up is a fascinating place. The smallest things can make a big difference. This is true when it comes to the colour of your make-up; subtle shades to vibrant bolds, each can make a statement. Everyone has their own taste, some people like to stand out whilst some like a more softer touch and that's whats great about make-up.
I would like to offer some advice to help make your decisions.
If you take each advice, e.g. Green eyes, with olive skin and red/ginger hair, you make get some contradicting information. So try and focus on one aspect - eyes, face, or hair colour.. :)
Eye Colour
This only applies for eye shadows that have a clear colour pigment and that you aim to make this visible - i.e. if you're only going to lightly dab your eyelids with minimal eye shadow, you can wear pretty much any colour you like!
Green eyes: To contrast - brown, purple, violet and red.
To harmonize - darker green.
Blue/Grey eyes: To contrast - pink, orange, gold, bronze.
To harmonize - subtle "rainbow colours" (greens, blues, purples).
Brown/Black eyes: To contrast - red, yellow, silver, green.
To harmonize - gold, brown, ochre, earth tones.
Example of 'Earth Tones'.Facial Tone
It is important to choose the right colour for your skin tone as this is the foundation that you build upon (and you want your face to match the rest of your body!).
Fairer skin tone - light earth colours and peaches.
Try to avoid strong pink shades in foundation/powder for the cheekbones.
Olive skin tone - pearly tones for a healthy glow and pinks to highlight the cheekbones.
Tanned/Bronzed skin tone - more intense pink tones for the cheekbones.
Hair Colour
Blondes - Everyday makeup should be light and natural, subtle pinks and beige eyeshadow, rosy blush and neutral lipsticks is perfect. Medium brown mascara for light day-look.
For a night on the town, greys and silvers compliment blondes. Apply a sweep of a lighter grey over the entire eyelid and add a darker grey in the crease and outer corners. Add a coral blush and matte lipstick to finish the look.
Not all blondes are the same. Platinum blondes suit cooler colours. Green, taupe and silver are great for the eyes. Stay clear of bronze/copper. Lips, any pinks can work as well reds (red with a hint of blue/purple is good). Orange lipsticks should be avoided. Honey/Caramel blondes suit a cherry red lipstick. Fairer blondes can wear almost any lip colour though bluer reds may be more suited. Golden/Reddish blondes can wear warm shades of purple on their eyes and a peachy lipstick is always good.
Brunettes/Chestnut/Black - Most of the time, pale pink lipstick and blush do not flatter dark hair colours, play around with richer colours instead. Tawny or spicy red lip colours look good on medium-dark colours whereas corals/peach lip colours and blushes suit lighter brown hair. A great look to try is warm pink/bluer red blush on the cheeks (unless wearing red lipstick, then lighter cheeks and eyes to offset the bold lip colour). Highlights in the hair also need to be considered. Brunettes with blonde highlights can wear makeup with pink undertones.
Red/Ginger - Not all, but most reds/gingers have fairer skin so it's important to balance this. Avoid foundations with a red or pink base, a sheer yellow or peachy base would be more suited. Eye colours should be more neutral; beige, camel, honey, chestnut... For a night time looks, brown eyeliner that is a little smudged looks great. Brown mascara also enhances fairer skin. Bronzers aren't usually suitable for reds/gingers, but warm-peach toned blush is good. Red lipstick can be difficult, it will be good or bad, no inbetween so choose the colour carefully. Blue/gold based reds tend to work better. Cherry pink and bright plum is surprisingly good too! Matte or lip stains look better than glossy lipsticks.
Brunettes/Chestnut/Black - Most of the time, pale pink lipstick and blush do not flatter dark hair colours, play around with richer colours instead. Tawny or spicy red lip colours look good on medium-dark colours whereas corals/peach lip colours and blushes suit lighter brown hair. A great look to try is warm pink/bluer red blush on the cheeks (unless wearing red lipstick, then lighter cheeks and eyes to offset the bold lip colour). Highlights in the hair also need to be considered. Brunettes with blonde highlights can wear makeup with pink undertones.
Red/Ginger - Not all, but most reds/gingers have fairer skin so it's important to balance this. Avoid foundations with a red or pink base, a sheer yellow or peachy base would be more suited. Eye colours should be more neutral; beige, camel, honey, chestnut... For a night time looks, brown eyeliner that is a little smudged looks great. Brown mascara also enhances fairer skin. Bronzers aren't usually suitable for reds/gingers, but warm-peach toned blush is good. Red lipstick can be difficult, it will be good or bad, no inbetween so choose the colour carefully. Blue/gold based reds tend to work better. Cherry pink and bright plum is surprisingly good too! Matte or lip stains look better than glossy lipsticks.
None of the above advice are strict rules that must be followed. Rules are meant to be broken anyway!
I have natural dirty blonde hair (my work colleagues refer to me as the 'dirty blonde', take that as you will) and have blue/grey eyes with fair skin. My everyday make up consists of foundation with a peachy/pink blend, very subtle light eyeshadow to highlight under my eyebrows, black mascara, rose blush and a neutral/subtle pink lipstick. For now, I like it.
Maybe you've experimented with your hair colour and entered the realm of the rainbow, in which case, what's your everyday makeup?
Hope you have a nice day!
Love love xxx
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