Knowing which make-up shades suit different skin tones, hair and eye colouring can be challenging. Here top make-up artists embrace Australia’s ethnic diversity and find mistake-proof multi-cultural make-up for everyone Australia is known for its ethnic diversity. From Indigenous to blonde, Mediterranean, Asian, Celtic and dark-skinned, Australian multi-cultural beauty embraces all races, skin tones, hair and eye colouring and exudes a fresh and natural appeal, which reflects the vibrant, laid-back spirit of the country. Click here for tips for all skin types.
When world-renowned make-up artist Bobbi Brown first started working as a makeup artist in the 1980s, she says it was difficult to find shades and textures that suited black women. “Thankfully, the marketplace has changed, and there are now many options that cater to an ethnically diverse consumer base,” she comments. “Black women can have different skin tones within their faces. The skin tends to be darker across the forehead and perimeter of the face and lighter at the middle, including the cheeks.” Click here for more tips on beauty for black skin types
Known for porcelain skin, almond eyes and beautifully shaped lips, Asian women need little make-up to enhance their unique features. Says Nicola Burford, M.A.C Senior Artist, “Most Asian skins have a yellow or golden undertone to them, so they need a foundation colour that has a yellow or golden undertone as well. She adds, “Often, if the skin is tanned, a warmer peach undertone foundation is appropriate.” Click here for more tips for asian skin types.
Women with a Mediterranean or Hispanic background normally feature darker olive skin, lustrous dark hair and rich brown eyes. When selecting foundation for these women make-up guru Napoleon Perdis says there are two main things you must consider — skin undertone, which is usually either yellow or pink, and how light or dark they are. Click here for more tips for mediterranean and hispanic skin types.
“Pale can be perfect with an essence of sophistication and fragility,” says Margaret Fisher, Max Factor Makeup Artist and National Training Manager for the Heat Group. However she says, “Fair skin can sometimes look flat when any redness is eliminated, so opt for an illuminating foundation to give radiance and glow. I like to choose shades that are slightly more yellow rather than pink.” Try Max Factor Miracle Touch in Creamy Ivory or Warm Almond, $35, or Max Factor Age Renew in Creamy Ivory, $35. Click here for more tips for fair skin.
The dark skin colouring of indigenous Australian women can be in many different shades and tones, but make-up artist Nadine Monley, who worked on our model Katie for this beauty story, says that it generally has an orange undertone. Click here for more tips for indigenous skin types.
This striking combination of red hair and light-toned skin can look sensational when the right make-up shades have been chosen. Beth Mumm, Clinique Director of Product Development Worldwide, says to start with foundation choice and when in doubt opt for a neutral base, which is not too pink. Click here for more tips for celtic colouring.
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