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9/27/11

Autumn Makeup ~ On Darker Skin Tone


There were requests for me to do a darker look after my darker skin tone lotd here, so this is for all you darker skin-toned beauties out there. This base is the darkest one I have. It was tough to layer it without it looking patchy, so I hope you won't find me looking too muddy hehe....




I applied a maroon-ish lipstick before the one above. Here is a pic, so you'd get an idea.....
 Although it doesn't look bad, I felt the firebrick shade suited this look more, because of the gold on the eyes & I looked older with the maroon lip (nahiii...!)


Foundation ~ Kryolan Supracolor. I used the darkest one all over my face & the lighter one under my eyes. They are satin finishes, hence the glowy/shiny look. Applied with a damp sponge.
*I erased my mole because it was looking like a pimple with the darker skin tone =D

Powder ~ The Body Shop Honey Bronzing Powder #02 (Photos here) to set foundation. I don't have a darker powder, so it was my only choice. At this moment I'm thinking I should have used Benefit Hoola.

Cheeks ~ Benefit Hoola to contour, Bourjois Lilas D'or

Lips ~ Lakme Aquashine Lip Color in Firebrick. The maroon one is Lakme Enrich Satin #130

Eyes ~ 88 Earth Tone Palette (Review here). Stars on the colors used, including black & shimmery brow bone color (not shown), Lotus Kajal to line eyes, a thin line of Maybelline Hyper Sharp Liner, False lashes, mascara on top & bottom lashes.

What skin tone do you think this is in MAC? I'd say it is NW40-45. It is definitely a warm skin tone.

♥ Cynthia Z ^.^

40 comments:

  1. your makeup looks amazing and u look gorgeous!

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  2. You look gorgeous Cynthia <3 Love this look!!!!!

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  3. god you look like you've been out and about in the Bahamas! Loved this look!! :*

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  4. U look fab Cynthia :)
    I thought I am already following u ..now I do..better late than never ;)

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  5. Haye rabb! Kinni soni kudi hai! I absolutely loooove the look cynthia, you should do a tutorial :)

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  6. You look good :D I like the first lippie shade, the second is a bit 'aunty' :P

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  7. You should go to a beach and get a tan cynthia! You look so hot :D

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  8. Nahiii. I think you look better with the maroon lipstick. :P Pretty amazing FOTD. ^^

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  9. I felt the maroon lippie looked better as it contrasted more, but that is such a beautiful holiday look! :D

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  10. hey you look pretty good in dark skin tone.... pretty

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  11. Beautiful! I"m definitely glad for some tips from you! I think I prefer it without the maroon lippie.Haha!

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  12. Your eyes are stunning!!!!!!

    tzeyien89.blogspot.com xxx

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  13. Cynthia, i think I'm loving this look the best. you litt look like a diva!!

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  14. Yup, the maroon one is just meh, but Firebrick s awesome!! Do a review with an FOTD wanna see if it looks this brilliant even without the bronzy awesomeness, you should go vacation somewhere sunny, this tan suits you like a second skin hehe

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  15. gal u can carry off any luk with ease..
    awesome!!!

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  16. Amazing Cynthia !!
    U look like a super model !!!

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  17. Wowwwww.. you have done a great job Cynth.. Appreciate your patience and effort.. Great Work :)

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  18. It's an incredible look. You're skin just glows!

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  19. you look fab! I love this shimmery yet natural look on you!

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  20. Hiii!!! I have just come across your site and am blown away by it!! Already making notes of things I need to learn and practise.. M a nail art person as such..developing an interest to learn make up atleast to apply for myself. Gonna be follwing u! and badgering you with loads of questions! (hope its ok?). Do check if u like my nail art.

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  21. you look like a goddess!! so glowly and perfect


    Vonnie of Socialitedreams.com

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  22. Thank u all! Glad u like the look :))

    ♥xx♥

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  23. Kejal- Ya ya, it's ok :D

    Ki- haha...yes, it did look 'aunty' :D

    ♥xx♥

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  24. KBB- hehe...I wish! :))

    CnF- Thanks! Maybe will try that then :D

    ♥xx♥

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  25. Shang, Tanveer- Good thing I put it up then :)

    ♥xx♥

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  26. mitha- aww..thanks!

    Keerthi- I did some swatches here- Title

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  27. I love you all tanned up women! You look soo hot! The make-up flatters the skin colour so well too :)

    Shifa
    xx

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  28. in the 3rd pic from top u luk like victoria beckham !♥♥

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  29. donching- Really?! 1st time I'm being compared to her hehe...thanks <3

    ♥xx♥

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  30. Wow, you look great all bronzed and tanned out! The lip and eyes definition stand out against the darker skin! Reminds me of some work I'm doing for art class. I did japanese street fashion inspired looks, some are sweet, some are crazy! Take a look at my post on it if you've got the time! You're looking lovely as always!

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  31. Learn about your blog through http://thatskindy.blogspot.com/.. she has mentioned that u have an awesome blog..and u indeed have!!
    follow eachother???


    touchofawanderer.blogspot.com

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  32. You, my friend, are so pretty! Mesmerizing eyes! :)

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  33. I like your make up! It really suits you. All is beautiful about you. I have a dark skin tone too and I really like your hair color. Can you please tell me what exact product/brand did you use? and if your previous hair color is black before you dye it? Your response will be much appreciated. Thank you in advance. :)

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  34. Hi,
    I am new to your blog and loving every page and tutorial. I have a warm skin tone (MAC NC 45). Just when I was wondering if I could get some tutorial for dusky shades, I came across this post. You look awesome and I love the look. Waiting to try it as early as possible :)

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Thank you for reading! :)

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