Makeup Miscellaneous

I think I look good in cool (pink, rose, mauve) and warm (auburn, chestnut, peach) colors. Should I wear both?
You certainly can – why not take advantage of this and broaden your color palette?

My makeup won't stay put in the summer. What can I do?
First, avoid moisturizer. On oily skin (or oily areas) and in hot, humid weather, nothing will melt makeup faster than moisturizer. Apply a matte finish foundation with sunscreen over bare skin, and set with loose or pressed powder for the most longevity. Carry Oil-Blotting papers with you and use throughout the day to absorb any excess oil or perspiration, then touch-up with a dusting of pressed powder.

Should I choose makeup shades based on my hair color?
No. This is too limiting and a person's hair color generally has little to do with what makeup shades will work best for them. Even redheads can escape from the coral, orange, or peachy colors and look beautiful in other color tones. Exceptions to this occur when a person has a more extreme dyed hair color, such as burgundy or blue-black. In those cases, it helps to choose makeup colors in the same tonal family as the hair color. For example, someone who dyes their hair a rich burgundy shade should stick with cool (pink, rose, or plum-toned) blush and lipsticks shades. Someone who dyes their hair a blue-black may want to balance this intense color with striking red lipstick or a more vibrant blush.