To Be Honest,
When it comes to applying makeup, we all have different routinised steps that we go through; but there are some that we skip, that are super helpful and NOT to be missed.
So just in case you're not aware of them, their use might maintain your makeup, make it look naturally better and less cakey, while keeping your skin look healthier.
So just in case you're not aware of them, their use might maintain your makeup, make it look naturally better and less cakey, while keeping your skin look healthier.
STEP 1: Face Cleaning
Make sure to wash your face with an appropriate cleanser, depending on your skin type (your dermatologist can help you choose if you're not sure), in order to purify your pores.
~ Sometimes a moisturizer might be needed for your skin type, but again, make sure your dermatologist recommends it, to avoid weakening and tiring your skin with excessive chemicals.
~ Moreover, using heavy chemicals on your face can dry-out your skin. After all, remember: your face is like a white clean canvas, and nothing can stay or reach it's full potential when placed on a dirty canvas. And NO, fresh cold water on it's own won't change anything, and isn't enough.
~ Sometimes a moisturizer might be needed for your skin type, but again, make sure your dermatologist recommends it, to avoid weakening and tiring your skin with excessive chemicals.
~ Moreover, using heavy chemicals on your face can dry-out your skin. After all, remember: your face is like a white clean canvas, and nothing can stay or reach it's full potential when placed on a dirty canvas. And NO, fresh cold water on it's own won't change anything, and isn't enough.
STEP 2: Apply A Primer
A face primer makes your skin smoother, mattifies, and adds radiance to it, also keeps your foundation in place.
It is actually the secret weapon of all makeup artists worldwide for long-lasting looks.
If you wanna skip this step, it's fine, but make sure you replace the primer with a hydrating/moisturising cream.
It is actually the secret weapon of all makeup artists worldwide for long-lasting looks.
If you wanna skip this step, it's fine, but make sure you replace the primer with a hydrating/moisturising cream.
-You can also apply a lash primer, before putting on your mascara. It may seem like an unnecessary step, but by applying it, you'll get longer and stronger lashes, that won't stick nor smudge, plus it'll nourishe them.
-Eye primer is usually needed when wanting to apply eye shadow to last longer without smudging throughout the day. I rarely apply eye primer, cause by prepping my face with the foundation and concealer, it is said to be already covered pretty enough.
-As for the lips, you can use a lip primer/lip balm/lip scrub as well. Foundation can be used as a primer, to make sure the color of your lipstick doesn't fade.
STEP 3: Foundation Application
When it comes to applying foundation, make sure you don't skip these steps, they are usually common mistakes:
-Make sure you choose the best match to your skin not only in shade, but also color.
-Test it before buying it to see how your skin absorbs the product. You don't wanna get it if it's not effective or doesn't have the coverage you're after.
-Don't apply concealer before applying your foundation, cause it can make you use more foundation than you would otherwise need.
-DO NOT APPLY IT WITH YOUR FINGERS.LIKE EVER. Use a foundation brush or a makeup sponge/beauty blender.
-Do not over-apply it, your skin still needs to breath a little beneath the makeup you're putting on; cause the less foundation you apply, the more natural you'll look. If you're looking for full coverage, make sure the foundation you pick provides it by only one layer, to prevent applying lots of layers, which will thicken your makeup.
-Set your makeup with a setting spray before applying your foundation, and when you're done applying everything. It will help fix and maintain your makeup.
And if it is not necessary to have foundation on, skip it. This will prevent your skin from ageing and looking tired.
Don't forget that by applying something on your whole face for an entire day, clogs your pores and produces more skin problems.
In that case, for simple and everyday looks, go for BB cream -especially the ones that have sun protection- that will unify the tone of your face.
Don't forget that by applying something on your whole face for an entire day, clogs your pores and produces more skin problems.
In that case, for simple and everyday looks, go for BB cream -especially the ones that have sun protection- that will unify the tone of your face.
STEP 4: Perfect Glow
After choosing the highlighter of your choice, apply it on the top of your cheekbones, on your brow bone, and dab a bit on the tip of your nose. A layer is enough, or you can go for multiple layers for intense highlight.
-For some extra "pop", add a touch of highlighter to the inner and outer corner of your eyes - this can also be done using light shimmery eyeshadow.
-Add a dab also just above your upper lip. This area is called the cupid's bow, and by highlighting it, you'll draw more attention to your lips. You can also highlight the center of your chin.
-Brush some down the center of your forehead to accentuate it.
- don't apply too much on the T zone if you have oily skin -
After choosing the highlighter of your choice, apply it on the top of your cheekbones, on your brow bone, and dab a bit on the tip of your nose. A layer is enough, or you can go for multiple layers for intense highlight.
-For some extra "pop", add a touch of highlighter to the inner and outer corner of your eyes - this can also be done using light shimmery eyeshadow.
-Add a dab also just above your upper lip. This area is called the cupid's bow, and by highlighting it, you'll draw more attention to your lips. You can also highlight the center of your chin.
-Brush some down the center of your forehead to accentuate it.
- don't apply too much on the T zone if you have oily skin -
Contouring is optional. You can go for powder or cream or even both. The steps depend on the shape of your face.
As for the brows, my go-to product is the gel + the brow pen and brush.
As for the brows, my go-to product is the gel + the brow pen and brush.
Applying lip liner is mandatory, it makes your lips look full. Make sure to draw your lips exactly on the vermilion border (outer line of the lips). Followed by your favorite lipstick and blush; then you're ready to go.
Make sure to get brushes of good quality, for better results, and remember to tap the brush to remove any excess before application : you don't want to look red.
And don't forget : blending is the secret of makeup looks, so make sure you blend well the products you apply.
Make sure to get brushes of good quality, for better results, and remember to tap the brush to remove any excess before application : you don't want to look red.
And don't forget : blending is the secret of makeup looks, so make sure you blend well the products you apply.
Hope these tips helped you! For further questions or tips feel free to leave comments over here or on my social media.
Thanks for reading!Xo
TbhJo
