If you have dark skin, you don’t need to be told how hard it can be to find makeup that works. Forget about learning tips from beauty gurus – even professional makeup artists are often absolutely clueless when it comes to darker skin tones.
But thanks to YouTube, beauty experts with richer skin tones finally have a platform to teach you their genius contouring tricks, vent about the beauty industry, and thoroughly review pretty much every foundation you can think of. These beauty YouTubers are literally changing the makeup industry, video by video.
Here are 7 of the most popular beauty YouTubers with makeup tips for dark skin.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BveT7FzDsmm/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[#AD Out and about feeling extra snatched and flawless! @maybelline dream urban cover foundation. Combining SPF 50, pollutant protection and full coverage...I’m here for an affordable mix of coverage and skin care. Available now @bootsuk #dreamurbancover #maybelline](https://www.instagram.com/p/BveT7FzDsmm/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by PatriciaBright (@thepatriciabright) on
- ** Patricia Bright, @patriciabright**
With over 2 million subscribers, Patricia Bright’s channel goes beyond makeup to include all beauty and fashion advice. The U.K. based YouTuber is candid, goofy, and full of personality. Most importantly, she definitely knows her way around both the high-end and drug store makeup aisle.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BucaFf3lO-a/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[When you’re trying to catch sunset A video on the @bhcosmetics x @daisymarquez_ Palette is uploading now! BROWS: @anastasiabeverlyhills Brow Wiz EYES: @bhcosmetics x @daisymarquez_ Palette @unicorncosmetics bear @patmcgrathreal Fetish Mascara FACE: @lauramercier Flawless Fusion Foundation @coverfx Power Play Concealer @narsissist Radiant Creamy Concealer @fentybeauty Banana Powder @bhcosmetics x @itsmyrayeraye Palette (Brownie Bite) LIPS: @bellegantcosmetics Triple Fudge Brownie @beautybakeriemakeup Gingersnap @halfcakedmakeup Creme de la Creme #bhdaisymarquez](https://www.instagram.com/p/BucaFf3lO-a/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Shanygne (Sha • neen) (@yagirltoomuch) on
- ** Too Much Mouth, @yagirltoomuch**
If you have dark skin and you’re into creative makeup, look no further – Too Much Mouth is the beauty YouTuber for you. She offers awesome fantasy looks, like a melting ice cream girl and a unicorn. She also offers tons of thorough product reviews on various concealers, foundations, palettes and other makeup products.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BwCu_M4BEb7/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Swipe to see magic? Hair: @virginhairmermaids 613 blonde Brazilian deep wave(22, 22, 20, 18, 16 frontal) Color used: 2 bottles of kiss colors orchid using the water color method Looks: first pic shows the natural curl pattern and second is wand curled Side note: anyone have a good recommendation for eye allergies? My eyes are so swollen and itchy from all these pollen. Can barely see and going outside is a no no! Help! Lol](https://www.instagram.com/p/BwCu_M4BEb7/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Peakmill (@peakmilll) on
- ** Peak Mill, @peakmill**
Peak Mill is the BFF you never knew you needed. She’s perhaps best known for her ability to perform actual magic on wigs (honestly, how does she do it?!), but she’s also got a ton of great makeup tutorials up her sleeve, like this legendary full face beat.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvf8hYonZMu/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[I hated my faux locs when I first got them done and now I miss them, and want them back in my life. I think I need them back. I treated them like a bad boyfriend and I’m sorry. I’m sorry!!!!](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvf8hYonZMu/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Cydnee Black (@cydbee) on
- ** Cydnee Black, @cydbeats**
Cydnee Black is more than just a makeup enthusiast. She’s a professional makeup artist for MAC, and she’s generous enough to dish All The Tips for dark skin on her YouTube channel. Like Peak Mill, Cydnee also offers expert wig and weave tutorials for her followers.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv7MRtXJ374/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Me waiting for Coachella this coming week....?️ Wig- @thevirginhairfantasy Fit - @dollskill #coachella #coachellahair #festivalfashion](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv7MRtXJ374/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Shalom Blac (@shalomblac) on
- ** Shalom Blac, @shalomblac**
Shalom Blac’s passion for makeup has an important backstory: she’s a burn survivor. She’s become an expert at using makeup to transform her scars, so if there’s one person who seriously knows the deal on foundation for dark skin, it’s Shalom. She’s also vocal about her journey to self-acceptance.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv2SMXnFp9e/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[Celebrating my Birthday a day late this year!](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bv2SMXnFp9e/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Nyma Tang (@nymatang) on
- ** Nyma Tang, @nymatang**
Nyma Tang offers makeup tips for women who fall on the darkest end of the skin tone spectrum. She debunks myths about dark skin, like that they don’t need to contour, and discusses makeup challenges that most gurus don’t ever touch upon, like hyperpigmentation. She also kills every single one of her makeup tutorials. Seriously, gorgeous.
[View this post on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BwGKNezlgKi/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)[shout out to everybody who hung out with me on my Instagram live makeup tutorial while we slayed this look ? used the new @narsissist Orgasm collection including the Endless Orgasm Cream palette and the Orgasm liquid highlighter. Do you guys like when we do makeup tutorials on Instagram live?! ? comment below‼️](https://www.instagram.com/p/BwGKNezlgKi/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading)A post shared by Jackie Aina (@jackieaina) on
- ** Jackie Aina, @lilpumpkinpie05**
If you haven’t been following Jackie Aina, it’s time to get the hell on board. This beauty YouTuber has enjoyed massive success in recent years, with nearly 3 million followers and counting. She’s served as a consultant for top brands to help them expand their shade range and she’s also created some bomb makeup products herself.
What are your favorite go-to YouTube channels for dark skin makeup tips?
