Fashion is a personal expression. The clothing you wear and how you style your hair on any day can say something about who you are and what you want. It is no surprise that the look of makeup is just as important. Whether it is a subtle highlight on the cheekbones or bold lip color, how you apply your makeup says a lot about you. That is why this post serves as your guide to perfectly applying your makeup.
Find the right match for your skin.
To begin, you need to pick a foundation that matches your skin tone exactly. The best way to do this is by applying it to your jawline. If it blends in flawlessly, you have found a great match. If you notice any apparent differences in color or texture, be sure to try another brand or color until you find one that works for you. Once that is done, you must apply it with a foundation brush and blend it into your face with your fingers or a sponge!
Figure out what kind of coverage you want
If you love having flawless skin, you should go for a full-coverage foundation. These typically have a thicker formula that can cover many different types of skin problems such as acne, hyperpigmentation, and other imperfections. If you don’t need this much coverage, however, you may want to opt for a lighter formula that works well with more minimal application.
Be sure to set your makeup with powder.
After you apply your foundation, be sure to set it with some powder. That helps keep everything in place and prevents oil from showing once the rest of your makeup is on. The best way to do this is by using a beauty blender to pat the powder on rather than dashing it across your face. That helps to ensure flawless results.
Use a concealer
If you have acne or hyperpigmentation, you will want some concealer as part of your daily routine. You can also use it to disguise dark circles under the eyes or other skin imperfections you would like to hide. Be sure not to go overboard, though, as it may make everything look too heavy and cakey, which you want to avoid! Apply it with a brush in thin layers and blend thoroughly until no clear lines or spots are showing.
Look for something to brighten your face.
If you’ve been doing an excellent job on your foundation and eye makeup, you should finish it with some highlighter. That can add a lot of light to your face and make it look brighter and more awake. Make sure to also use a finishing powder on top of your highlighter to keep things from looking too shiny.
Make-up serves as the base for your total look. It affects how you feel, how you come across, and how you project yourself to others. However, to be confident enough to walk out the door with your face beat, there is an art and science to applying makeup that not everyone understands.
