29/10/2025
Minimal base routine for brown skin tones. I have a lot of post acne hyperpigmentation that takes so long to disappear. I do not put filters to cover my real skin. This is what acne skin looks like. I suffered from severe cystic acne from pre-teen till my early 20s. I spent a lot of money and time to get my skin to this level. If you know my from my Youtube channel back in 2010/11, then you know how bad my acne was. I also suffer from endometriosis and have terrible hormonal flare-ups. I have gotten some comments and DMs about how I need to "fix" my face before I show makeup looks. This is very disappointing. Especially coming from other brown people. Of course, it is our own kind that will always be the most toxic.
I think it is important to show what real skin looks like. Everyone has pores, scars, hair, wrinkles, etc. After all, we are mammals. If you think this skin is "ugly" or "needs to be fixed," you need a reality check, or you need to find content creators who are not afraid to show their real selves. I am not ashamed of who I am. One thing I will always be is true to myself. I want makeup to enhance my beauty, not to cover it up!!
Here is what I used:
NYX Pro Fix Stick - Dark Peach
MCo Beauty Flawless Glow - 5 Natural Medium
N**e by Nature - Natural Mineral Cover Radiant Loose Powder Foundation - W7 Tan
MAC Studio Fix Powder - NW 55
Senegence Blush Sense - Toasted Rose
Professional Makeup International
