We check which metal makes your skin glow. We start with the basic test: draping gold and silver fabric.
Gold
✓Suits
Silver
For your type, the better match is
Silver
Metals that flatter you
Platinum
White gold
Mirror silver
04 / 09
Your Palette
Cool, deep, high-contrast
Your 12 best colorsnear your face
Deep burgundy
#6B1A2E
Cool plum
#5C2A5A
Icy blue
#A8C4D8
Pure fuchsia
#C0185A
Deep bottle green
#0D4A3A
Navy cobalt
#1A2A7A
Cool raspberry
#A8204A
Pure white
#F0F0F5
Deep black
#0A0A12
Cool royal purple
#4A1A7A
Steel blue
#3A5A7A
Cold sage
#5A7A6A
6 neutral bases
Black with a blue sheen
#0C0C18
Deep graphite
#2A2A38
Cool dark gray
#484858
Icy light gray
#C8C8D4
Cold white
#F0F0F8
Cool dark navy
#1A1A30
4 accents
Electric cobalt
#1A3ACC
Pure fuchsia
#CC1A5A
Cold emerald green
#0A6A50
Icy lavender
#8A7ACC
6 colors to avoidwarm and muted
Warm caramel
#C8843A
Golden brown
#B87A28
Terracotta
#C05A38
Warm olive
#7A7A28
Salmon pink
#E8907A
Warm beige
#D4B890
05 / 09
Makeup Analysis
Highlight your natural beauty
Day · light
Deep · Cool · Striking
Evening · bold
Expressive · Evening · With accent
Makeup profile
Deep · Cool · Striking
Bold eye makeup with deep, cool shadows dramatically sharpens the gaze and highlights your natural contrast.
A cool, intense lipstick in plum or raspberry red instantly gives the face elegance and strength.
Precisely drawn brows in a dark, cool shade pull the look together and give the face a striking frame.
Makeup goal
✓Highlight the naturally high contrast between your skin, hair, and eyes with pure, cool colors.
✓Avoid warm, golden, and orange shades that blur the features and weaken depth.
✓Build your makeup around the eyes or the lips, never both zones at full intensity at once.
✓Use cool highlighters with a pearly or silver sheen instead of golden ones.
Foundation
Deep cool beige
#7A5A48
Deep neutral
#6A4A3A
Deep warm-neutral
#7A5040
Choose foundations with a cool or neutral undertone and full coverage that even out the complexion without adding a warm yellow cast.
Blush
Cool raspberry
#A83A5A
Deep rose
#8A2A4A
Use cool, deeply pigmented rosy or raspberry blush shades, applied sparingly to the cheekbones.
Bronzer
Cool dark contour
#4A3030
Gray-brown contour
#503838
Use bronzer very sparingly or skip it - choose cool, gray-brown contouring shades instead of warm golden ones.
Eyeshadow
Icy gray
#B0B0C0
Steel blue
#4A5A78
Deep plum
#3A1A40
Build depth with cool shadows: from icy gray through steel blue to deep graphite or plum in the crease.
Eyeliner
Black with a blue sheen
#0A0A18
Deep navy
#1A1A38
Black or deep navy eyeliner applied precisely along the upper lash line - a classic line or a smoky eye.
Mascara
Deep black
#080810
Black with a violet sheen
#120818
Black mascara with an intense, glossy finish - apply several coats for maximum effect.
Brows
Cool dark brown
#2A1A18
Black-brown
#1A1010
Fill in your brows with a cool dark brown or black-brown shade, keeping their natural shape and boldness.
Lips
Cool raspberry
#A81A40
Deep burgundy
#6A1020
Cool plum
#5A1848
An intense lipstick is this type's strong suit - reach for cool raspberry, burgundy, plum, or a classic cool red.
Highlighter
Silver pearl
#C8C8D8
Icy highlighter
#D8D8E8
Use highlighters with a silver or pearl sheen, applied precisely to the Cupid's bow, cheekbones, and brow bone.
06 / 09
Face Map
Where and how to apply makeup
1Highlight
2Contour
Eyes
The main zone of expression - deep, cool shadows and precise eyeliner dramatize the gaze.
Lips
An intense lipstick in cool shades of burgundy or raspberry red is this type's signature.
Contour
Gentle contouring with a cool brown emphasizes the cheekbones without warming the complexion.
Brows
Bold, precisely outlined brows pull the dramatic makeup together and give the face strength.
Skin
A matte or satin foundation finish with a targeted cool highlighter instead of a golden glow.
Step by step
1
Base and evening out
Apply a cool-toned primer, then a full-coverage foundation matched to a deep, cool skin tone. Set with a cool translucent powder.
2
Contouring
Contour the sides of the nose and the cheekbones with a cool gray-brown bronzer or a dark powder. Avoid warm, golden bronzers.
3
Eyes - building depth
Apply an icy gray shadow across the entire lid as a base, then steel blue in the crease and deep plum or graphite in the outer corner. Blend precisely.
4
Eyeliner and mascara
Draw a precise line with black eyeliner along the upper lash line. Apply two coats of black mascara to the upper and lower lashes.
5
Lips and blush
Apply a cool raspberry or burgundy lip color with a precise outline. If the lips are intense, keep blush to a light touch of cool raspberry on the cheekbones.
6
Highlighting and setting
Dab a silver or pearl highlighter onto the cheekbones, Cupid's bow, and brow bone. Set your makeup with a setting spray.
Best brushes
Fluffy powder brush
Tapered blush brush
Dense buffing brush
Small blending brush
07 / 09
Hair Analysis
A healthy, natural color for you
Hair profile
Medium-thick · Natural wave · Cool dark tone
ColorNatural deep black with a cool, almost navy sheen
ToneCool - no warm, golden, or red tones
ThicknessMedium to thick - the hair looks dense and springy
DensityHigh - plenty of volume and hair mass
TextureNatural wave to loose curls - springy and full of life
VerdictYour natural color is perfect for this type - it amplifies contrast and drama
Best colors
Deep black with a blue sheen
Dark espresso brown
Cool dark plum
Dark ash graphite
Deep dark burgundy
Highlight ideas
Cool medium brown
Dark ash blonde
Cool dark chocolate
Gray-brown
Dark cool chestnut
To avoid
Warm golden blonde
Honey brown
Red chestnut
Warm caramel balayage
Orange copper
Direction
✓Keep your natural deep black color - it is your greatest asset and the foundation of your dramatic contrast.
✓If you want a change, reach for cool dark shades: navy black, cool plum, or dark espresso with no warm undertones.
✓Avoid lightening and warm coloring techniques - balayage in golden or caramel shades blurs your type and weakens contrast.
✓Cool lowlights or a shadow root technique in deep plum or graphite can add dimension without losing the drama.
✓Boost your hair's shine with cool conditioners and oils free of golden pigments - the natural navy sheen is your signature.
Care
Use shampoos for dark hair with cool pigments that amplify the navy sheen.
Once a week, use a deeply hydrating mask - thick, wavy hair needs intense hydration.
Avoid products with oils that have a warm, golden tint - choose neutral or cool formulas.
Protect your hair from the sun - UV can warm up its natural cool tone and bring out unwanted brassiness.
For styling waves, use alcohol-free creams that define the curl without frizz and add shine.
08 / 09
Best Hairstyles
Cuts that flatter your features
What works best
Natural colorDeep black with a cool sheen is the perfect backdrop for dramatic makeup and bold clothing colors.
Natural waveSpringy, natural curls add volume and character, amplifying the intensity of your whole look.
High contrastDark hair against deep skin creates a dramatic effect that is the foundation of your beauty type.
DensityA full mass of hair allows for striking updos and voluminous styles that underscore the strength of your presence.
The best cuts for you
Option 1
The geometric shape emphasizes the sharpness of your facial features.
Cool black shines against straight, sharp lines.
Option 2
Natural curls worn down to the waist create striking volume.
A defining cream brings out the cool navy sheen.
Option 3
An elegant updo shows off the neck and cheekbones.
Perfect for intense makeup and jewelry.
Option 4
Collarbone length that keeps the natural wave texture.
A modern shape that is easy to style every day.
Option 5
A braid wrapped around the head shows off the features and neck.