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9 Best Foundations for Dark Skin TonesFor African American women, the perfect foundation is an elusive prize. Experts reveal how to research, test and (finally) find your perfect match |
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"The problem with most brands is not that skin of color is difficult to match...it's that most brands don't have experience with the nuances of skin of color — a brown foundation isn't just a beige foundation with black pigment added to it," says Karen Chambers who works in product development at IMAN cosmetics. So, we found someone who is well-versed in skin tones, makeup artist Melanie Mills, to get to the bottom of how foundations are classified and how you can use this insider info to your advantage in tracking down which line has the best options for you.
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