this sounds weird, but try it. if i want to highlight on darker skin, i will use "light" blot powder by mac. its very sheer and on nw43-55 skin it looks really subtle. ill also use deep dark or dark blot on pale skin as a contour, because again, its so sheer, the color payoff is very natural and makes for a great matte sublte contour. on dec 26th mac will be releasing its new sculpt and shape powders. yum. also nov 15th essence of beauty will be released with some great highlighting powders and studio lights creams so add a sculpted glow to the face.