African-American makeup is a bit harder to choose since the shades for these are not readily available in drugstores and more affordable choices. Also, fashion magazines tend to forget the brown skin color when they talk about the face cosmetics choices for the current season.
When it comes to finding African-American makeup for the face, it can be quite challenging to find the right shade of foundation. One great choice is the Queen Collection Liquid Foundation in Spicy Brown by Cover Girl. This can match skin tones that are a bit red or yellow. It is easier to spread and works great if you only require moderate coverage. But for girls who have blemishes on their skin, this is not the best option as it does not provide ample coverage for this. It easily wears off so you need to keep reapplying. You can find this at most drugstores. Other African-American makeup shades to try are True Ebony, Sheer Espresso, and Rich Mink.
Another African-American makeup to try for your face is the Natural Hue Compact Foundation by Cover Girl. This provides more coverage compared to the liquid form. But it does get rubbed off easier. The tints are also different so it might be harder for you to find one that matches your skin tone. When the weather is warm it gets wiped off easily and it goes everywhere. The best place to wear this African-American makeup color is to cold places where you do not sweat.
Another choice that you have is the Black Opal Liquid Foundation in Black Walnut shade. The coverage of this African-American makeup is the best. Be careful with the bottle since the opening is wider and you might end up getting more than you need. If you do have oily skin, wear this makeup with some powder and bring it along with you. You will tend to look greasy if it is a really hot day so be sure to bring some blotters as well.
The African-American makeup by Black Opal is harder to locate in the stores but you can usually find them in Rite Aid. Choose shades like Carob, Ebony Brown, and Suede Mocha. Look for eye makeup tips for applying great looking makeup to accentuate your eyes.
Maybelline also produces great African-American makeup colors. Try the Shine Free Foundation in Cocoa. This is easy to find and it is not that expensive. The coverage is great and it is easy to spread. Plus you do not have to worry about it clogging your pores.
