Understanding Deep Winter Coloring
Deep Winter is characterized by cool undertones with dramatic, high-contrast features. If you're a Deep Winter, you likely have:
- Dark hair (black, deep brown, or dark cool brown)
- Cool-toned skin (porcelain, olive, or deep with blue/pink undertones)
- Striking eyes (dark brown, deep hazel, or cool blue)
- High contrast between your hair, skin, and eyes
Your makeup should enhance this natural drama without fighting against it.
Foundation & Concealer
The key is finding the right undertone:
- Look for: Neutral to cool undertones, avoid anything with yellow or golden bases
- For porcelain skin: Cool pink or neutral undertones
- For olive skin: Neutral undertones (olive can read warm but usually has cool depth)
- For deep skin: Cool red or neutral undertones, avoid ashy bases
Pro tip: Test foundation on your jawline in natural light. The right shade disappears into your skin.
Lipstick Colors That Work
Your Power Reds
Deep Winters can wear bold red like no one else:
- Blue-based red - Your signature power color
- True red - Classic and striking
- Deep cherry - Sophisticated evening option
- Raspberry - A slightly softer alternative
Everyday Lip Colors
- Cool berry - Perfect for daily wear
- Mauve - Neutral but not boring
- Deep plum - Rich without being too dark
- Cool pink - Fresh and natural
Lipsticks to Avoid
- Orange-based corals
- Warm peachy nudes
- Brown-based colors
- Anything described as "warm" or "golden"
Eyeshadow Palettes
Best Eyeshadow Colors
- Cool grays - From silver to charcoal
- Deep plum and eggplant
- Navy and midnight blue
- Cool taupe - Your neutral staple
- Silver and gunmetal - For shimmer
- Black - For drama and definition
- Icy white and cool champagne - For highlighting
Creating a Smoky Eye
Deep Winters are built for the smoky eye. Use:
- Cool champagne on the lid and inner corner
- Cool taupe in the crease
- Charcoal or black on the outer corner
- Black liner smudged along lash line
Eyeshadows to Avoid
- Warm browns (chocolate, caramel)
- Golden shimmers
- Orange or copper tones
- Warm greens (olive, khaki)
Blush Recommendations
Your blush should be cool-toned but not muddy:
- Cool pink - Fresh and natural
- Berry - Adds sophisticated color
- Plum - For more drama
- Cool mauve - Subtle and elegant
Avoid: Peach, coral, and warm terracotta blushes.
Bronzer & Contour
Skip warm bronzers—they'll look orange on you. Instead:
- Use cool-toned contour shades (grayish-brown) for sculpting
- If you want warmth, choose a very subtle pink-based bronzer
- For highlight, use silver or icy pink, never gold
Mascara & Eyeliner
- Black - Your go-to, always flattering
- Navy - A softer alternative that's still striking
- Deep plum - For subtle variation
Avoid: Brown mascara and warm-toned liners.
Putting It Together: Complete Looks
Everyday Makeup
- Cool-toned foundation
- Cool pink blush
- Cool taupe eyeshadow
- Black mascara
- Mauve or berry lip
Evening Glamour
- Smoky eye in grays and silver
- Subtle berry blush
- Bold blue-red lip OR dramatic eye (not both)
- Silver highlight on cheekbones