FLAVOURS OF BEAUTY
The issue of skin colour and all its variations has always been a big one, right through the ages. And these days, while some women feel comfortable “in their own skin” and love their natural shades, others feel the need to alter their looks to suit what they consider is more acceptable, attractive, and beautiful.
However, with the coming of the era of self-awareness and self-love, many of us are coming to understand why we look the way we do, and why we should take pride in ourselves, what ever our skin tone or shade.
When ever I go shopping for make up for my skin i.e. foundation, powder or mousse, I find so many imaginative names and descriptions of the many skin tones out there, and it gave me the idea that with the right branding and the proper mindset, there is no limit to how beautiful you can look or feel. The question you should always ask yourself is, What Flavour Am I?
Chocolate. This is a very "popular" shade used to depict dark, deep tones. There are a few lucky ones who do have skin which possesses the silky, deliciously becoming shade of dark chocolate. It does help, when one has dark skin, to keep it meticulously clean and free of too much layers of make-up, as the beauty lies in the fact that it glows and shines.
Nutmeg. Another dark shade, it gives the appearance of a medium, rich brown, just like the spice from which the name is acquired. Like all brown/dark tones, nutmeg skin types are loveliest when free from all clutter. However, deep shades of navy blue, purple and pink are nice colours used for lipstick and eye-shadow which help to compliment the skin.
Vanilla. When you think of vanilla, what comes to mind is the golden-yellow tone like the ice cream that melts so sweetly on the tongue. This fair-coloured skin type is a glorious tone especially when it is spotless and even. Heavy make up should be avoided as, with all skin types, less is always more. Nude tones are also not good with such skin as it tends to make the wearer almost invisible. However, go easy on the pink and red lipstick and the bright eye-shadow, as it can make one look much like a painted doll. Understated, rich pastel colours go well with this “flavour”.
Peaches & Cream. There are those skin tones that have the illusion of being blended with pinks and whites, which come across as wholesome and appealing. If you feel you have very pale skin, then you may want to keep it plain, simple and unclogged. Pampering yourself with the best products to suit your delicate tone will ensure that it stays beautiful and endearing.