Makeup for Brunettes

The makeup for brunettes it's an easy task in theory. You brunettes have many options for accentuating your facial features, hairstyle and hair color.

If you want to achieve the perfect makeup for every occasion, without wasting time every time on what suits you and what doesn't, you have to start with the right colors.

Your skin tone and eye color, combined with the dark shades of your hair, is a determining factor in deciding which colors to use.

So let's take things in order!

Makeup for Brunettes

In general, brunettes tend to choose quite safe shades in their overall makeup, i.e. shades very close to their hair color (e.g. mocha, brown, black, dark brown, chocolate, etc.). These colors match almost any eye color, skin tone and outfit.

If you want to achieve a more distinct and unique result, dare to try more intense color palettes.

1. Makeup and skin tone

You will usually come across it as foundation, since makeup refers to the overall makeup of the face. However in the market, they tend to have the same importance. You will find it in different forms: liquid, stick and powder, choosing the one that best suits your needs.

What is certain is that the shade counts! Find the shade that matches your complexion as closely as possible. In this way, you will create the canvas, i.e. the base of your makeup for a uniform and as natural as possible result.

2. Concealer for imperfections & natural finish

Once you're done with foundation, you can perfect your makeup base! Apply Concealer to cover any minor imperfections, such as dark circles, marks, pimples or redness, in order to achieve an even and natural finish, avoiding streaks on the contour.

3. Blush for brunettes

To brighten your complexion even more and add a fresh touch of color to your face, use rouge. Apply the color of your choice lightly to the apples in a circular motion. If you have green eyes, choose a more peachy shade, if you have brown or blue eyes, try a more natural pink color.

4. Shadows and Mascara for Brunettes

Makeup for brunettes is 100% complete with the right ones eyeshadows. While neutral golden shades are always a safe choice for all brunettes, the ultimate seductive look comes when you choose colors that complement your eye color.

• If you have blue eyes, try using grayish shadows to create a two-toned look.
• If you have green eyes, try pairing them with eye shadows in light blue and blue tones.
• If you have brown eyes, try purple & violet shades to create a bolder look.

Purple, violet or plum eyeshadow flatters most brunettes. However, if you want to add more depth to your eyes, then a bolder combination on your lids from deep blues, corals, forest greens to golds or burgundy will be very special. A gray smoky eye also flatters a brunette with green or brown eyes.

Bright shades pop the look, while offering a warm finish to your overall face makeup.

The right μάσκαρα it will give volume to your look and emphasize your eyes overall. 

See our article on perfect eye makeup in 6 steps, for a captivating look.

5. Lipstick for Brunettes

You brunettes have unlimited options when it comes to lip color. The classic red lip will always be stunning and timeless for any dark hair shade. Need a more everyday color? Play with me lipstick in rich brown or pink tones for a more earthy effect.

Of course one lip gloss in matching tones, it will make your lips look more juicy and full. Choose matte, velvety or metallic lip gloss depending on your style and overall makeup!

The best makeup colors for brunettes

• Dark brown
• Navy
• Smoky blue
• Black

For everyday appearances, prefer a dark brown or smoky eyeliner. Earthier colors make the eyes stand out without looking too stark.

When it comes to lips, most brunettes can always opt for a red lipstick. However, darker brunettes can opt for a more earthy tone of red, in shades of berry, plum, golden pink or brown-pink.

If you have lighter brown hair, try a pink lipstick.

The Worst Makeup Colors for Brunettes

While makeup for brunettes has practically no color restrictions, girls with dark hair rarely achieve the perfect makeup in peach, salmon and coral tones. Skin tones tend to give a paler look to brunettes.

Consequently, brunettes should avoid pink and peach tones in foundation.

When it comes to eyeshadow, we recommend that brunettes avoid the following colors:

• Pink
• Orange
• Mustard
• Yellow-green
• Light Green

These colors can make brunettes with reddish skin look even redder and less attractive. Its purpose face makeup, it's about camouflaging flaws and accentuating your best features, not distracting from them.

Of course, the only way to know if these shades match your skin tone is to experiment.

When it comes to lipstick, brunettes should avoid using colors that are so light that they make their lips blend in with the rest of the face. If you have darker hair and fair skin, using a nude lipstick will make your face look flat and colorless – unlike blondes.

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