1. NYX – Total Control Drop Foundation

Namshi, Dhs62

Whether you’re olive, intensely sun-kissed, or naturally darker skinned, this Nyx foundation is a must-have! It’s super easy to apply (which, obviously, who wouldn’t want in a foundation?) and gives you great coverage. A little goes a long way with these drops – all depends on how matte you wanna look, and how bad the humidity is *ugh*

2. Makeup Revolution – Strobe Highlighter, Radiant Lights

Amazon, Dhs45

If you’re looking for a natural glow, Makeup Revolution’s highlighter is perfect. It’s got a buildable formula that works both wet and dry and can rly complement a darker skin tone by giving it a fresh natural glow. Count me in@

3. L’Oreal – Infallible Sculpt Contour Palette

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The dark shade in this palette is amaze if you’re lookng to cast a shadow that gives you some mad sculpt. Because it’s dark, you can be vvv scant with product or build it up. Plus, this is a 2-1 so there’s highlight too! win-win.

4. 3INA – The Cream Eyeshadow 313

Namshi, Dhs45

The shimmer of this shadow works perfectly with warm/dark tones. It not only emphasizes your natural warm undertones but also adds a super lively pop to any eye lewk. Match this with a simple cat-eye and watch how fire you look. Side note: it’s vegan AND cruelty-free.

5. Rimmel – Wonder’proof 24HR Colour Eyeliner

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Rimmel is a sight for sore  eyes (or our eyes too tbh) with these coloured eyeliners. You can get them in gold or emerald shades and honestly, what better canvas to paint that your own eyelids? Alsoooo, brownie points for this one because it’s totes letting us flatter our browner undertones with golden liner!

6. Maybelline New York – Colour Show Lipstick 204 – Red Diva

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Every girl’s got a Holy Grail red-lip. I mean, duh. Maybelline’s Red Diva works charms universally on every skin tone, but particularly well with darker shades. The instant pop of the red on this one is a cool contrast to brown/olive undertones and is definitely high up on our list of faves.

7. MAC – Amplified Creme Lipstick – Dark Side

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Just letting you know, the colour pay-off on this baby is HUGE. If you’re looking for something bold and reliable through the day, this is your little wand of power. Darker shades usually complement darker or warmer undertones, and no better way to do this than by pulling off the classic burgundy lip.

8. NYX – Colour Makeup – Blue Mascara

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Uhm, excuse me? Who doesn’t wanna mix and match some colours with their lashes? Feel like an absolute concert queen with this fab blue mascara that also gives you suuuper long lashes. Also tiny tip – use it on the edges of your lashes for an ombre effect, which will  make your eyes stand out even more!