- 1). Follow a routine skin-care regimen, which should include weekly facial masks and exfoliation of the whole body (using a loofah and exfoliating cream), as well as using a facial skin toner and moisturizer on a daily basis. Exfoliating the skin removes dead skin cells and makes the surface of the skin easier to apply makeup and moisturizer to; plus, it makes the skin appear healthier and smoother.
- 2). Apply sunscreen daily. Even those with dusky skin should use sunscreen, because it helps prevent damage from the sun and signs of aging, like wrinkles and skin blemishes. Use a sunscreen with a protection factor of 30 or above.
- 3). Avoid picking at or irritating blemishes, including acne. Instead, clean and treat acne with a product that works well for your skin type. Honey is often a good option for treating acne, as it acts as an antibacterial as well as anti-inflammatory agent.
- 4). Drink plenty of water and exercise regularly. A healthy body will help keep your skin tone looking healthy as well. The general guideline for water intake is at least eight glasses per day; however, this can vary by body size, physical-activity level, medical conditions and prescription medications. It is best to consult your general practitioner or nutritionist to decide what type of exercise and health regimen is best for you.
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Facial highlighting areas
Use highlighting makeup, particularly on the cheekbones, forehead and nose area. Good colors to use for highlighting are cinnamon, dark pink, cocoa, gold tones or a bronze shade. In addition, or as an alternative, use a moisturizer that contains highlighting or shimmering effects. Moisturizers with shimmering effects can be found in most drug stores or general stores, as well as department or specialty cosmetic stores. - 6). Cover up dark circles under the eyes by using a concealer that features yellow tones. You can also buy a product that is specifically made for concealing dark circles. Look for a shade that is a little bit lighter than your overall skin tone. Apply this under the eyes and on dark spots. For ladies, apply some bronzer or highlighter under the eyes, where the cheekbones are. This will help draw attention away from those pesky dark circles.
- 7). Accessorize your wardrobe with silver or white-gold pieces, such as jewelry or a watch. Gold-colored accessories tend to blend with dark skin tones, and although they do not necessarily look bad, golden hues do not help bring attention to the skin tone.
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