Posted by in Cosmetics There has been a lot of information circulated about challenges brown and darker skin women have in finding the right shade of foundation. Therefore I reviewed foundation options offered at 18 black owned makeup brands, and found most had foundation shades that covered the full spectrum of hues. I counted at least 200 foundation products…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics Photo by 3Motional Studio from Pexels For the holidays, Halloween, and special events, you may be in the mood to wear makeup in bolder and less traditional ways. In this post, we review glitter and loose pigments, and non traditional lipstick colors. That is, blue, green, black, and more. Some of the following are affiliate…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics Setting and finishing sprays and powders are makeup staples. Find 50+ products from black owned brands below. What are the differences? Setting powders are used on top of foundation and concealer, and serves to keep foundation and concealer on, as well as reduce shine. Setting sprays on the other hand are used after makeup…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics Jessica Felicio Updated March 31, 2023 Body shimmers are used for illuminating the skin and have become quite popular. Fortunately, there are numerous body shimmers from black owned brands that come in powder and liquid form, and that work with a range of skin tones. See the companies and product links below for additional information.…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics Fabulous eyebrows are desired by many, and there are 25+ brow products from black owned brands to make this happen. These include brow pencils, gels, powders, and waxes. See the company and product links below for additional details. Some of the following are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics In this post you will find 100+ shades of concealers and correctors from black owned brands that represent the full range of melanin hues, including paraben free, vegan, and cruelty free options. Concealers are used to minimize the appearance of dark circles under the eyes and mask skin blemishes. In choosing a concealer you should…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics, Find products Mascara is a makeup staple, and there are many options from black owned brands. In selecting a mascara, one needs to think about type, color, and one’s own preferences. While black mascara is widespread, brown mascara is more subtle. Types of mascaras include those which add length, volume, or both; and others that are water-proof…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body, Cosmetics, Find products Although individuals with darker skin have some natural protection against sunburn, the extent of protection depends on the amount of pigmentation. Irregardless, it is important to protect your skin year round, especially when spending prolonged periods outside. Though a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 may work, depending on the extent of sun exposure, the…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics, Find products Photo by Create Her Stock Finding the right makeup is a process. You have to figure out what colors work for you and sample products, especially when it comes to foundation. As you do this, know there are plenty of samples offered through black owned makeup brands. See the following companies and product links for…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics, Find products The use of false eyelashes has become increasingly popular. You have MANY (100+) eyelash options from black owned beauty brands as described at the end of this post. Cosmetically, lavish lashes are striking and draw attention to the eyes. Research suggests that eyelashes serve to protect the eyes from dryness and dust particles in the…Read more »