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5 African American Makeup Myths, DebunkedPastel shades, nude lips -- you can wear them. Here's how to break the rules and look great |
Myth: Smoky eyes can only be dark Reality: Yes, smoke tends to take on a dark gray or black hue, but just because your skin is dark doesn't mean you have to narrow your shadow options to match. "A smoky eye is a technique, not a color -- any color can be used," Fine says. Look for richly pigmented or bright (yes, bright!) eye shadows that won't require millions of coats to show up. Try creating your next smoky eye in a deep burgundy or brown with peach undertones, which look stunning against dark skin tones, or rich greens and purples, which bring out brown eyes.
Try:
CoverGirl Queen Collection Eye Shadow Pot in Green Glimmer, $3.94
Laura Mercier Sateen Eyeshadow in Kir Royal, $23
M.A.C. Cosmetics Pigment in Heritage Rouge, $21
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Try:
CoverGirl Queen Collection Eye Shadow Pot in Green Glimmer, $3.94
Laura Mercier Sateen Eyeshadow in Kir Royal, $23
M.A.C. Cosmetics Pigment in Heritage Rouge, $21
SEE NEXT PAGE: Myth: Bronzer just adds another layer of brown