Applying makeup can be easy, simple, and quick; however, using the wrong gradation and improper technique can make your makeup look menorous and unnatural. This article will not only show you how to use standard makeup, it will also give you some tips for choosing the right colors and gradations. Don't be afraid to experiment with the amount and type of makeup you use. Try a few different makeup techniques to find the perfect look, just for you!
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Method 1 of 3: Using Foundation and Powder
Step 1. Start with a clean face
Clean your face using a gentle cleanser and pat it dry. You can also use a facial cleanser with exfoliating micro-granules or use an exfoliating facial pad.
- Try wiping your face with a cotton ball soaked in toner. This step will help tighten the pores.
- Pat your face dry with a clean towel.
- If you use a cleanser that exfoliates, rinse your face before patting it dry with a towel.
Step 2. Use a moisturizer
Choose the right moisturizer for your skin type and apply it to your face. Pat along the nose, cheekbones, and forehead, then blend in a circular motion.
- If you don't like wearing too much moisturizer on your face, buy a tinted moisturizer that matches your skin tone. That way, you don't have to wear a primer or foundation.
- To determine which moisturizer is right for a particular skin tone, check the labels for products specific to your problem (oily, dry, sensitive, etc.).
Step 3. Consider using a primer
While using a facial primer is not mandatory, it can help you achieve a smooth and flawless finish by filling in any open pores. Most primers also act as a binder to help makeup last longer on the skin. You can use a basic facial primer or look for one that has a special quality, such as a shine-free look or reduced redness. You can buy them at beauty stores or boutiques.
Step 4. Consider using a smudge mask
Blemish masks are great for hiding discoloration, blemishes, and unsightly eye circles. Choose a disguise that is the same color as the foundation, but a shade or two lighter. Use the disguise to cover blemishes, discoloration, or eye circles with a tapping motion. You can use your fingers, a makeup sponge, or even a small brush. There are several different types of disguise, such as a thinner one for the under-eye area, as opposed to a thicker one for other areas. If you use the wrong one, this disguise can crack. Make sure you also smooth the edges of the disguise onto the skin. To make sure this disguise doesn't crack or wrinkle, immediately add some powder on top. Choose a transparent or according to skin tone. You can also use a disguiser that adjusts the color to cover some problem areas. Here are some tips you can follow:
- If you have acne or red spots on your face, use a green disguise. This color will disguise the red tones.
- If you have dark circles under your eyes, use an orange or yellow disguise.
- If your skin is yellowish, use a lilac-toned disguise. The pigment will help disguise the yellow color.
Step 5. Choose a foundation color that matches your skin tone
Do this by matching it to the jaw. Several companies sell foundations for cool, neutral, and warm skin tones. If you buy foundation from a company like this, make sure to choose the right tone and undertone. Mistakes in either of these can make your face look orange, yellow, or dusty. Goofy! Follow some of the tips below to determine the right undertone for your skin:
- If your veins are purple or blue, this means your undertones are cool. If your veins are green, your undertone is warm. If you're having trouble determining the color of your veins, chances are your undertone is neutral.
- If you look your best when you wear cool colors, like greens, blues, and mauves, this means your undertones are cool too. If you look better in warm colors, like reds, oranges, yellows, and olive greens, then your undertones are warm too. If you still look good despite all the colors you wear, it means your undertone is neutral.
- If you wear silver jewelry, your undertone is cool. If you wear gold jewelry, your undertones are warm. If you wear both, your undertone is neutral.
Step 6. Decide how much you want to cover the face area
When choosing a foundation, you should also determine how much coverage area you want. There are several types of foundation available, and all of them will give different results. Here are some tips to follow:
- Creamy foundation is thick, but will cover the face maximally. You may not even need a blemish mask if you use this foundation. However, the taste may be heavy. This type of foundation is suitable for normal and dry skin types.
- Liquid foundation can cover minimally or moderately. The smaller it is, the more natural it will look, and it will help balance the skin tone. However, some stains can still be seen, so you may need a disguise. This type of foundation is suitable for dry and combination skin types.
- A powder foundation will cover the least amount of coverage possible and the most natural look. Foundations like this are best suited for evening out skin tone and giving a no-makeup look. In addition, this foundation is also suitable for oily skin.
Step 7. Put on foundation
There are many different ways to do this. Covered area also depends on what you use to apply foundation to the skin. Generally, a beauty blender is best able to cover it, then a foundation brush, then a finger or sponge type tool. You can use your own fingers, a makeup sponge, or even a foundation brush, depending on the type of foundation you have. Start applying foundation to your nose, and work your way up the outside of your chin, cheeks, and bridge of your nose. Blend the foundation outward, and make sure the jawline, both sides of the face, forehead, and cheeks are covered as well.
- If you use a powder foundation, you can apply makeup with a makeup sponge or powder brush.
- If you use liquid foundation, you can use a makeup sponge, makeup brush, or fingers. If you choose to use a makeup sponge, consider moistening it in water first. This will prevent the sponge from absorbing too much foundation and thus wasting it.
- If you use a cream foundation, you can choose a makeup sponge, makeup brush, or fingers.
Step 8. Apply powder a little at a time
Choose one that matches your skin tone and use a brush to apply it in a circular motion. Gently tap or blow off the excess powder, then rub it over your face. Focus on the nose, forehead, and cheekbones. The powder will help set the foundation and reduce the shine. Powder will also soften the face in preparation for other powder makeup, such as blush and eye shadow. Make sure you get rid of any excess powder on your face.
Method 2 of 3: Applying Makeup on the Eyes
Step 1. Choose the right eye shadow colors
You'll need three different gradations: a medium one for the lids, a dark one for the crease, and a light one for the base and highlights. Try choosing colors from the same family, such as all shades of blue or brown. Also keep in mind that different colors may enhance certain eye colors. Here are some suggestions from us:
- For best blending results, eye shadow should have four shades of color: the lightest (close to white) in the inner corner and just below the brow bone, the second lightest above the crease of the eye, the second darkest at the crease of the eye, and the darkest. on the outer corner of the eye, slowly camouflaged into the inner corner.
- If your eyes are blue, you can wear similar shades, such as dark blue, gray, and silver. You can also use gradations of contrasting colors, such as bronze, brown, copper, and taupe.
- If you have brown eyes, you can wear similar shades of color, such as bronze, brown, and taupe. You can also use gradations of contrasting colors, such as blue, green, gray, and purple.
- If your eyes are green, you can wear similar shades of color, such as green and forest green. You can also wear gradations of contrasting colors, such as gold, pink, taupe, and purple.
- If your eyes are gray, wear similar colors, such as blue, charcoal, and silver. For contrasting colors, you can choose brown, gold, green, and purple.
- If your eye color is hazel, use green and gold to enhance the nuances of these two colors in your eyes. You can also choose contrasting colors, such as plum, reddish brown, and wine.
Step 2. To lighten your makeup and make it last longer, use an eyeshadow primer beforehand
Or, apply a small amount of liquid disguise in place of a primer.
Step 3. Apply the base color and highlight it
Choose the lightest color gradation. Run the brush in a circle on the eye shadow and sweep it to cover the entire eyelid, starting from the lash line to the eyebrows. Gently blend the eye shadow towards the corners of the eyes and away from them. Keep the eye shadow like this, or add an extra look by painting the shadows and coloring the lids.
- Consider rubbing some powder under the eyes, that is, just under the lashes. This powder will bind all the eye shadow fallout. After you are done applying eye shadow, you can clean the powder using a clean brush.
- Some people don't like to use the same highlight color as the base of their makeup. If this also applies to you, choose a primer that can prevent eye shadow from forming wrinkles. Make sure you highlight the inner corner of the eye to open the eye to the brow bone, and strengthen its definition.
Step 4. Color the eyelids
Sweep the brush in medium gradation and along the eyelid, starting from just next to the inner corner of the eye to the outer corner.
Step 5. Apply the wrinkle color
Take a smaller brush and brush it through the darkest gradations of color. Brush along the crease of the eye in an arc, starting at the outer corner and following the shape of your natural eye socket, or where the crease formed when you opened it.
Step 6. Blend your eye shadow
Using a small fluffy brush, cover the eyelid where it meets the crease. Next, cover the eyebrows, right where the crease meets them. While blending, sweep the brush from the inner corner of the eye and back to the inside, in an arcing motion.
If you rub powder under your eyes, wash it off when you're done mixing everything together
Step 7. Apply eyeliner
Place the tip of your eyeliner as close to the lash line as possible at the top crease of your eye. Then, draw a smooth line, from the center of the crease to the outer corner. After that, do the same thing from the center of the eye to the inner corner. You can extend this line slightly beyond the outer corner of the eye to create wings. You can also choose to use a pencil or liquid eyeliner, whichever is easier for you. Here are some tips for drawing with eyeliner:
- For a natural look during the day, use brown or black-and-brown eyeliner. For a bolder look or at night, go for black.
- You can hold a pocket mirror in the other hand and look in the mirror while applying eyeliner.
- You can also close your eyes halfway and draw in the outer corners by stretching the crease of your eye. Then, draw a neat line.
- You can use eyeliner or eye shadow in the lower crease of the eye. Eyeliner will give a more real look, while charcoal or dark brown eye shadow will give a more subtle look.
Step 8. Apply mascara
Start applying mascara from the center of the eye. Dip the brush into the container and pull it back. Remove excess mascara by rubbing the brush against the rim of the container. Bring the brush as close to the lash line as possible and gently pull it from side to side; close your eyelids when you use the brush. Repeat the same process for the inner and outer corners of the eye.
You can use mascara on the lower lashes. Position the brush so that it is as close to this lower lash line as possible and rub it down
Step 9. Consider describing gradations
Unless your lashes are very thick, color them. You can also use an eyebrow pencil or eye shadow. Follow the natural curve of your eyebrows and make the color brighter and softer as you get closer to your nose. The general principle is to use a color that is two or three shades lighter than your hair color, unless you have blonde hair. Then, choose a color that is two or three shades darker. Here are some tips to follow:
- If you have blonde or light hair, go for a light or medium brown.
- For brown or medium-colored hair, use medium or dark brown.
- If your hair is black, use a very dark brown. Never use black either because this color will be too strong.
- If your hair is red, use a color that is similar to that hair color, but two to three shades darker.
- For other unusual hair colors, such as blue, green, pink, or purple, consider using eye shadow that is the same color but two to three shades darker. You can experiment with different colors, or choose a color that matches your natural brow color.
Method 3 of 3: Lip and Cheek Makeup
Step 1. Apply blush
Choose a color that suits you and apply along or slightly above both cheekbones. How to use it depends on the type: cream or powder. If you are using the powder type, apply it with a brush. If you are using the cream type, apply a small amount to both cheeks with your fingers, then mix in an outward circular motion. However, not too much; use it sparingly to get a healthy shiny look. Here are some guidelines for finding the right blush gradation:
- If you have fair skin, choose soft pinks, light coral tones, and peaches.
- If you have medium skin, choose bright pinks, mauves, and sharp peaches.
- If you have dark skin, choose dark fuchsia, warm brown, and citrus.
Step 2. Consider adding bronzer
To get a healthy sunburn look, you can use a bronzer.
- Bronzer is usually not worn on the nose, unless you want to contour. If this is the case, bronzer is only applied to certain areas of the nose.
- Generally, bronzer can be used all over the face, but will strengthen the makeup even more when applied around the jawline, under the blush, and along the top of the forehead.
Step 3. Apply lip liner on the lips
Choose a color that matches your lipstick color. If you want a thicker lip look, draw a line just outside your natural lip line. If you want a less thick lip look, draw inside the lip line.
Step 4. Use lipstick to fill in the lips
You can apply it directly over your lips or using a brush. If using a brush, brush it over the lipstick, then on the lips. Make sure these strokes are within the lip lines. When you're done applying lipstick, you can get rid of any excess residue by using a folded paper towel. Press this tissue on the lips.
- If your lips are very dry, use a chap stick or lip balm before applying lipstick. This way, the lips will be softer and less creased.
- You can make your lipstick last longer by placing a tissue over your lips and then applying a transparent powder over it. Sufficient amount of powder will seep into the tissues for the lipstick to last.
- For extra shine, add a layer of lip gloss.
Step 5. Consider using lip gloss instead of lip liner and lipstick
If you want a neutral and natural look, forget about lip liners and lipsticks. Just use lip gloss. Lip gloss is suitable for use during the day, because it looks soft and bright; while the lipstick is suitable in the afternoon/evening.
Tips
- Don't hesitate to ask the salesperson for advice at the nearest cosmetic store. He or she can help find the best makeup color for you.
- You can also use the highlighting technique above the cheekbones, along the nose, on the chin, and maybe on the forehead.
- Consider finishing your makeup after you've layered it with a translucent face powder. You can also use a makeup spray.
- Wear lighter makeup in neutral, soft colors during the day.
- Wear darker, lighter, and heavier makeup in the afternoon and evening.
- Choose colors that match your skin tone and undertone. Improper color gradations can make your face look dirty and unnatural.
Warning
- Don't sleep wearing makeup. You'll wake up with a disheveled, blemished face and clogged pores. This can cause acne. Always clean your face before going to bed.
- Some people may be allergic to ingredients in makeup. If you have an allergic reaction, stop using makeup immediately, and consider choosing organic or mineral-based.
