Makeup
Makeup is an art that can turn an ordinary face into an extremely beautiful and vice versa. So it is very important to know the proper way of applying the makeup that can make the difference. Makeup varies with occasion, season and skin type. But in general the steps of makeup are quite similar.
Let your body, mind & spirit shine with magnetic personality! Learn the secrets on makeup tips, body, hair, hand, legs & skin care. Excellent guide on beauty tips...
Let your body, mind & spirit shine with magnetic personality! Learn the secrets on makeup tips, body, hair, hand, legs & skin care. Excellent guide on beauty tips...
Steps to Apply Makeup
This article will explore step by step guide for applying makeup for general occasions. Let's learn step by step how to apply makeup -
Step 1 - Skin Cleansing
- Skin cleansing is an important part of skin care routine. Cleansing creams goes deeper into the pores and clean them thoroughly and is an integral part of treatment for multiple chemical sensitivity, pesticide and chemical exposure as well as therapy for chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Liquid cleansers are sometimes called cleansing milks, cleansing lotions or gels and have the consistency of thin to moderately thick body lotion. To apply, spread a small amount over dry or damp skin then wipe off with a damp face cloth or rinse off with lukewarm water.
Step 2 - Applying Foundation
- Foundation is always applied downwards, to minimize the impact of facial hair.
- Take out a small blob of foundation on the palm of your hand. As foundation dries up fast, dot foundation section by section on the face. Start by dotting on the forehead and blend well with a damp sponge on fingers before moving on. Now do it on your cheeks, then chin, nose and upper neck.
- You may dilute the foundation by adding some astringent, toner or even water to make it sheer enough to let your skin show through. It looks more natural if applied like this.
Step 3 - Applying Concealer
- Concealers are applied to cover dark circles around the eyes. It can be used to cover blemishes, dark spots, ruddy areas, marks, veins, freckles or under eye circles.
- Your concealer should be one shade lighter than your foundation (and only in extreme cases should you use a concealer two shades lighter).
- Apply concealer with a small fine tipped brush for an accurate application. As with any other application, blending is the key.
- Always set your concealer with a sheer, translucent powder to prevent creasing.
Step4. Applying Eye Shadow
- The first rule when applying eye shadow is to blend it well so there are no harsh edges. Put the very light shade (high lighter) on the space beneath the brows up to the crease of the eye lid.
- Apply the medium shade on the upper eyelid only. Use a lighter shade under the browbone to highlight the eyes.
- And the darkest shade on the crease of the eyelid that is the place almost in the middle of the total eye area-above the lashes and beneath the brows. Blend both the colors well.
- With the tip of a fine brush, apply a little shadow beneath the eyes, along the lower lash line. Smudge it lightly to give your eyes a subtle, glamorous look.
Step5. Applying Eye Liner
- Choose eyeliner appropriate for your eye color.
- Draw a thin line; try to draw as close to the base of your eyelids as possible. Start from the inside corner of your eye and work your way out.
- Tilt your head back slightly and bring your eyes to a half-open state. This creates a good angle for application, while allowing you to see what you're doing.
- Experiment with lining the bottom of your eyes the same way for a more dramatic look. When lining your bottom lids, go in the opposite direction and start from the outside corner and work your way in.
Step6. Applying Eye Mascara
- Select a suitable color. If you have blond or red lashes then go for brown mascara. Darker-lashed women can consider brown for a casual look, and black or brown-black for more pronounced or dramatic lashes.
- Before applying mascara curl the lashes to widen the eyes. Prior to your mascara, Curl your lashes with an eyelash curler and apply all other eye makeup.
- Begin with the underside of your upper eye lashes and then moving the brush slowly upward toward the tips of your lashes.
- Wait for a minute for them to dry, and similarly apply a second coat. Let the first coat dry completely and then apply the second coat. Two thin coats look more natural than one thick coat.
- Finally brush with a clean dry brush, to separate the lashes.
Step7. Applying Powder
- The application of makeup powder calls for a clean, large, fluffy and rounded makeup brush that helps casually dust loose powder and give a natural, even toned finish to the face.
- A brush is a better bet for applying makeup powder as opposed to using a sponge or powder puff as these put too much powder onto the face.
- The right way of dusting makeup powder is to touch the full end of the brush into the loose powder, knock off the excess and brush it on using the same up and down motion used for applying foundation.
- Makeup powder eliminates the excessive shine to a face and needs to be applied more liberally when combined with the use of a sunscreen, as a thorough application is necessary for adequate sun protection and non-greasy feel.
- Makeup powder must always be applied after the foundation and concealer has been finely blended in but before applying eye makeup.
- The same shade of makeup powder in a pressed compact is an easy touch up tool for women on the move and a small amount of powder on a cosmetic puff, applied to shiny areas where makeup has thinned, offers great coverage.
Step8. Applying Blush
- First choose the color that resembles the natural glow of your cheeks. Also determine the shape of your face - oval, heart, round, long or square. Knowing this helps you determine where it's best to apply the blush.
- Complete the application of foundation, powder and all eye makeup before applying blush.
- Put the blush on your brush, tapping off any excess or put a dab of gel on your fingers.
- Sweep color in an arc following the line of your cheekbone up from the apple of your cheek to your hairline. Keep color light & blended.
- Blend a little blush down your cheek for a little more natural, less dramatic look.
Step9. Applying Lipstick
- Ensure your lips are soft and supple by smoothing over moisturizer before you start applying Lipstick.
- Prime your lips by smoothing them with foundation, using a makeup sponge so you reach every tiny crevice on the surface.
- Dust over the top of the foundation with a light dusting of your usual face powder, to help your lipstick stay put for longer.
- Rest your elbow on a firm surface and carefully draw an outline using a lip pencil. So it does not drag you skin, it may help to warm it slightly in your palm. Start by defining the cupid's bow on the upper lip. Finish by completing the edges of the outline to the upper lip.
- Use a lip brush to fill in the outline with lipstick, ensuring you reach into every tiny crevice on the surface. Open your mouth to brush the color into the corners of your lips.
- You will help your lipstick last longer if you blot over the surface with a tissue. It will also give an attractive, semi-matte finish to your lips. Reapply to help a longer lasting finish.
To learn the secrets on makeup tips, body, hair, hand, legs & skin care, be sure to grab this ebook '1001 Forever Beauty Tips' and let your body, mind & spirit shine with magnetic personality!
Step 1 - Skin Cleansing
- Skin cleansing is an important part of skin care routine. Cleansing creams goes deeper into the pores and clean them thoroughly and is an integral part of treatment for multiple chemical sensitivity, pesticide and chemical exposure as well as therapy for chronic fatigue syndrome.
- Liquid cleansers are sometimes called cleansing milks, cleansing lotions or gels and have the consistency of thin to moderately thick body lotion. To apply, spread a small amount over dry or damp skin then wipe off with a damp face cloth or rinse off with lukewarm water.
Step 2 - Applying Foundation
- Foundation is always applied downwards, to minimize the impact of facial hair.
- Take out a small blob of foundation on the palm of your hand. As foundation dries up fast, dot foundation section by section on the face. Start by dotting on the forehead and blend well with a damp sponge on fingers before moving on. Now do it on your cheeks, then chin, nose and upper neck.
- You may dilute the foundation by adding some astringent, toner or even water to make it sheer enough to let your skin show through. It looks more natural if applied like this.
Step 3 - Applying Concealer
- Concealers are applied to cover dark circles around the eyes. It can be used to cover blemishes, dark spots, ruddy areas, marks, veins, freckles or under eye circles.
- Your concealer should be one shade lighter than your foundation (and only in extreme cases should you use a concealer two shades lighter).
- Apply concealer with a small fine tipped brush for an accurate application. As with any other application, blending is the key.
- Always set your concealer with a sheer, translucent powder to prevent creasing.
Step4. Applying Eye Shadow
- The first rule when applying eye shadow is to blend it well so there are no harsh edges. Put the very light shade (high lighter) on the space beneath the brows up to the crease of the eye lid.
- Apply the medium shade on the upper eyelid only. Use a lighter shade under the browbone to highlight the eyes.
- And the darkest shade on the crease of the eyelid that is the place almost in the middle of the total eye area-above the lashes and beneath the brows. Blend both the colors well.
- With the tip of a fine brush, apply a little shadow beneath the eyes, along the lower lash line. Smudge it lightly to give your eyes a subtle, glamorous look.
Step5. Applying Eye Liner
- Choose eyeliner appropriate for your eye color.
- Draw a thin line; try to draw as close to the base of your eyelids as possible. Start from the inside corner of your eye and work your way out.
- Tilt your head back slightly and bring your eyes to a half-open state. This creates a good angle for application, while allowing you to see what you're doing.
- Experiment with lining the bottom of your eyes the same way for a more dramatic look. When lining your bottom lids, go in the opposite direction and start from the outside corner and work your way in.
Step6. Applying Eye Mascara
- Select a suitable color. If you have blond or red lashes then go for brown mascara. Darker-lashed women can consider brown for a casual look, and black or brown-black for more pronounced or dramatic lashes.
- Before applying mascara curl the lashes to widen the eyes. Prior to your mascara, Curl your lashes with an eyelash curler and apply all other eye makeup.
- Begin with the underside of your upper eye lashes and then moving the brush slowly upward toward the tips of your lashes.
- Wait for a minute for them to dry, and similarly apply a second coat. Let the first coat dry completely and then apply the second coat. Two thin coats look more natural than one thick coat.
- Finally brush with a clean dry brush, to separate the lashes.
Step7. Applying Powder
- The application of makeup powder calls for a clean, large, fluffy and rounded makeup brush that helps casually dust loose powder and give a natural, even toned finish to the face.
- A brush is a better bet for applying makeup powder as opposed to using a sponge or powder puff as these put too much powder onto the face.
- The right way of dusting makeup powder is to touch the full end of the brush into the loose powder, knock off the excess and brush it on using the same up and down motion used for applying foundation.
- Makeup powder eliminates the excessive shine to a face and needs to be applied more liberally when combined with the use of a sunscreen, as a thorough application is necessary for adequate sun protection and non-greasy feel.
- Makeup powder must always be applied after the foundation and concealer has been finely blended in but before applying eye makeup.
- The same shade of makeup powder in a pressed compact is an easy touch up tool for women on the move and a small amount of powder on a cosmetic puff, applied to shiny areas where makeup has thinned, offers great coverage.
Step8. Applying Blush
- First choose the color that resembles the natural glow of your cheeks. Also determine the shape of your face - oval, heart, round, long or square. Knowing this helps you determine where it's best to apply the blush.
- Complete the application of foundation, powder and all eye makeup before applying blush.
- Put the blush on your brush, tapping off any excess or put a dab of gel on your fingers.
- Sweep color in an arc following the line of your cheekbone up from the apple of your cheek to your hairline. Keep color light & blended.
- Blend a little blush down your cheek for a little more natural, less dramatic look.
Step9. Applying Lipstick
- Ensure your lips are soft and supple by smoothing over moisturizer before you start applying Lipstick.
- Prime your lips by smoothing them with foundation, using a makeup sponge so you reach every tiny crevice on the surface.
- Dust over the top of the foundation with a light dusting of your usual face powder, to help your lipstick stay put for longer.
- Rest your elbow on a firm surface and carefully draw an outline using a lip pencil. So it does not drag you skin, it may help to warm it slightly in your palm. Start by defining the cupid's bow on the upper lip. Finish by completing the edges of the outline to the upper lip.
- Use a lip brush to fill in the outline with lipstick, ensuring you reach into every tiny crevice on the surface. Open your mouth to brush the color into the corners of your lips.
- You will help your lipstick last longer if you blot over the surface with a tissue. It will also give an attractive, semi-matte finish to your lips. Reapply to help a longer lasting finish.
To learn the secrets on makeup tips, body, hair, hand, legs & skin care, be sure to grab this ebook '1001 Forever Beauty Tips' and let your body, mind & spirit shine with magnetic personality!
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