January 14, 2004

By: Jenny Post
Website: http://www.1st-in-cosmetics.com

BPRW fall 2003 beauty trends from Cover Girl makeup artist Matiki Anoff

This fall African-American models delighted the crowds in the season's latest fashions and beauty trends. Ranging from caramel colored, Shakara and Noemi to ebony beauties like Alek Wek, Oluchi and Cover Girl model, Kiara, the trend is clean, beauty perfection.

 Makeup's most prevalent look is the appearance of a flawless complexion. Natural-looking skin is in and looks its best when accented with a subtle shimmer or smoldering, distinctive eye. Desert sand inspired blushes, coupled with deep rose to ruby lips are the "wow" pronunciations for autumn.

 JUST FACE IT
With its many ranges of colors, African-American skin now has the perfect solution to achieve a flawless runway look. Oily t-zones and uneven blotchy patches instantly vanish with Cover Girl CG Smoothers Aquasmooth foundation.  To ensure a completely even application, choose a shade the color of your neck, and blend with a slightly dampened sponge with light, even strokes. Complete your look with an ultra-light dusting (not too much, as the desired effect is a dewy look) of Cover Girl CG Clean Pressed Powder. As always, a layered methodical application helps you remain oil-free for hours, without looking too matte.

FEELING CHEEKY?
Cover Girl Cheekers blushes such as Sierra Sands and Cinnamon Toast have just the right hues to complement African-American skin tones. To create a flawless finish and cheekbone definition, dust the blush high on your cheekbones, blending out towards your ears.

THE EYES HAVE IT!
The crease-resistant colors of the Cover Girl EyeShimmer Pens are completely smudge-proof. Applied to the entire lid with the color wand, it's effortless to achieve the fashionably subtle shimmering eye. Colors such as Antique Bronze or Copper Rose nicely complement many African-American skin tones.

For more drama, Cover Girl CG Smoothers EyeLiners in Espresso or Onyx applied liberally to the entire eye delivers a powerful statement.  Blend the corners of your eyes to achieve a sultry evening look, then finish your eyes by super extending your lashes with a double coat of Cover Girl Multiplying Mascara in Black x2.

READ MY LIPS
African-American lips are captivating in deep rich colors. Reds and bronzes in their beautiful variations are the trend for this fall. Drench your lips in Cover Girls Continuous Color in Rose Sonnet and Bronzed Glow or Cover Girl Outlast All-Day LipColor in Rose or Mauve Juliette.

About The Author:

Jenny Post is a successful author and regular contributor to http://www.1st-in-cosmetics.com.  Tips on skin care, hair care and beauty products to bring out natural beauty.