Your contrast makeup shopping guide
Contrast makeup is a beauty trend that uses the natural contrast of your features to suggest shades and looks that complement you. Find yours here.
High contrast makeup
If your face is high contrast (a big shade difference between your skin, hair and eyes), consider bold makeup.
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Medium contrast makeup
See a medium contrast? Enhance it by reaching for shades with medium intensity.
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Low contrast makeup
Have less contrast between your skin, hair and eyes? Try light, natural shades that vibe with your softer look.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is contrast makeup?
Contrast makeup is a beauty trend that focuses on the differences in shade and value between your face, eyes, eyebrows, and hair. It aims to enhance and flatter your features by utilizing high, medium, or low contrast techniques. High contrast makeup typically includes bold colors and intense applications, while medium contrast balances different shades, and low contrast emphasizes softness and subtlety. By understanding your contrast level, you can choose the right products and techniques to create stunning looks that highlight your natural beauty.
What is the best way to determine my contrast level?
The best way to determine your contrast level is to assess the shades of your hair, eyes, eyebrows, and skin tone.
If the difference in shade between your hair, eyes, eyebrows, and skin tone is significant, you have high contrast features. This typically means your hair color is much darker than your skin tone.
Those with a slight difference in shades among their features are considered medium contrast. This includes any combination where your hair color is slightly darker than your skin tone.
Your features are considered low contrast when the difference in shade between your hair, eyes, eyebrows, and skin tone is very low- meaning the color of your skin and hair almost match.
Another effective method is to look at a black and white photo of yourself. If there's a significant difference between the shades of your hair, eyes, eyebrows, and skin, you're likely high contrast. If the differences are subtle, you're probably low contrast.
Can I shop for Contrast Makeup products at Ulta Beauty?
Yes, at Ulta Beauty we carry a wide range of products from top brands that can help you achieve a stunning contrast makeup look.
Here are some popular brands to consider:
- High Contrast: For high contrast makeup, consider FENTY BEAUTY and NATASHA DENONA which offer bold eyeshadows and intense lipsticks.
- Medium Contrast: For medium contrast, Tarte and Charlotte Tilbury offer a variety of versatile shades, perfect for creating balance with softer or bolder looks.
- Low Contrast: For soft shimmery eyeshadows and blushes, brands including Hourglass and ILIA offer natural, soft tones that enhance your features without overwhelming them.
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