11 Makeup Tricks for Dark Skin (2 of 6)

Avoid red blush

Blushes are a great way to accentuate the cheeks and achieve a youthful glow. But a red blush may not be the best option for darker skin. Fair-skinned people may not be able to pull off a darker blush, but these shades will work perfectly for darker skin. Try a plum, brick, or deep brown tone for your cheeks.

Test foundation on the jawline

Under the fluorescent lighting of stores is one of the worst places you can test your foundation. What makes it even worse is testing it in random places on your face. The best option is to test in natural light along your jawline.