How to Apply Makeup

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Applying makeup is easy.

Whether you are a beauty expert or a young novice, learning new techniques on how to apply makeup is always beneficial. Decorating your face, enabling it to look good naturally, is truly an educated art form. As most of us do not have the time to spend a couple of years studying the subject, we must learn on the job.

How To Apply Makeup

The first step is planning. Consider the selection of products you need for your desired outcome. Is this a hot date or simply a typical day at work? Lay out the suitable makeup with the appropriate colors and amounts necessary for the application at hand.

• Always apply foundation first.

Just as the name implies, it is the foundation for all your cosmetics. Start on a clean face and always remember to blend and spread evenly. If necessary, add concealer to those trouble spots. This is a great time to take a deep breath or a sip of coffee, as your foundation should set a minute before you go on. Dust lightly with face powder in a formulation to match your skin’s needs. Cheeks come second with blusher or bronzer. To avoid a clown look, be sure to use a natural color.

• Eyes are next in line, but will often consume the most of your time.

Start at the brow line and work down. Blending is particularly key with eye makeup, so maximize the use of your brushes. Once you have worked down to the lashes, eyeliner should be applied with a steady hand. Mascara should be last in line after the rest of the shadow and liner is complete. If needed, eyebrows should be brushed and filled in with pencil.

• Lips are last and usually the most difficult to get right. Precision is vital. Start at the edges with liner and fill in. For longer lasting color, blot, powder and reapply.

Finally, step back and review your work. Make any final touch ups, clean your makeup accessories, and off you go! Smile and show the world your success in mastering how to apply makeup.

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