On many occasions you want to look your best without being flashy. In an environment like school, contrary to heavy makeup, perhaps showing yourself completely soap and water makes you uncomfortable. It is known that the rules can be quite strict when it comes to make-up and clothing. Don't worry: you can still use a veil of make-up and the result will be so natural that you will look without make-up.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Prepare the Face
Step 1. Make sure your skin is clean
Before going to sleep, always take off your make-up. Wash your face even before you put on makeup. Eliminating accumulations of sebum and dirt will facilitate the application of makeup and prevent the appearance of imperfections.
- Wet your face with warm water.
- Gently massage the cleanser.
- Pat your face dry with a towel.
Step 2. Apply sunscreen
Remember that it should always be applied before other products. Before continuing, let it dry for a few minutes. If you don't have to go out right away, it will absorb well before it's time to put on your makeup. Dermatologists recommend using a cream with an SPF of 30 or higher on a daily basis, so you will have beautiful, healthy skin.
Step 3. Hydrate your face
If you have dry, irritated skin, it is especially important to use a moisturizer. Massage a small amount into your cheeks and forehead. Wait a couple of minutes for it to absorb.
Step 4. Apply a small amount of primer evenly all over the face
Before putting on your makeup, wait for a few minutes. The primer evens out the complexion, making it easier to apply makeup. It also makes it more durable and less prone to drool.
Part 2 of 3: Getting started with the face makeup
Step 1. Apply foundation
Make sure you choose one that is perfect for your complexion. Pat it evenly on your face with a makeup sponge.
BB / CC / DD creams are a new alternative to foundation and have a lighter texture. They generally contain moisturizing and photoprotective ingredients. However, they have a not negligible disadvantage: the assortment of shades is less than that of the foundations, so it is more difficult to find the right tone
Step 2. Apply concealer to problem areas
Choose a concealer that is lighter in tone than your complexion. You can apply it with your fingers or a special brush.
- Dab a small amount of concealer on blemishes.
- If you have dark circles, apply it to the affected area and blend it.
- Try to even out the area as much as possible to avoid lumps.
Step 3. Apply a thin layer of powder
This product makes the foundation last longer and prevents the skin from looking oily. You can use a matte powder to mattify your face or a radiant powder for a radiant complexion.
- Pick up the powder using a tightly bristled brush or puff.
- Apply a veil to your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin.
Step 4. Choose the right blush and / or bronzer (also called "bronzer")
You can also use both - this depends on the makeup you want to create. For a natural look, pay close attention to choosing the right colors for your complexion.
- If you have pale skin, use a soft pink blush. Even the bronzer can enhance you, but there is always the risk of ruining the natural effect you are trying to achieve. If you are using clay, it should be slightly darker than your complexion.
- If you have fair skin and tan without too much trouble when you go out in the sun, use a light to medium pink blush. For a natural look, the bronzer should be similar to the color your complexion takes on when it tans.
- If you have intermediate olive or dark skin, the range of colors to choose from is much wider to achieve a natural look. The blush assortment is vast, you can in fact try colors like deep pink, warm apricot or copper. However, avoid those that are too light or too dark. As for the earth, a copper color or a bronzer a slightly darker tone than your skin will do.
- If you have dark or brown skin, mauve or rose gold blushes are best. And the bronzer? You can choose a tone that is slightly lighter or darker than your complexion. If you use a lighter one, make sure it has a warm undertone.
- If you have very dark or black skin, a veil of raspberry or plum blush may look completely natural, while this would be impossible for lighter complexions. To do a natural bronzer contour, you should use at least two products. First, it illuminates the cheekbones with a land of a lighter tone than your complexion; then apply a slightly darker one under the cheekbone.
Step 5. Apply the blush and / or the bronzer.
Try to apply only a thin layer of it using a brush with thick bristles.
- To contour, apply the bronzer on the temples, in the hollow of the cheeks, under the jaw and on the sides of the nose. Make sure you blend it well.
- As for the blush, tap the brush lightly on the cheeks.
- If you use both, the bronzer should be applied before the blush.
Part 3 of 3: Make up the Eyes and Lips
Step 1. Define your brows
If they are thin or sparse, fill them in with a pencil. Choose a color that comes as close as possible to that of your natural hair.
If you have very light and almost invisible brows, a few more steps are needed to define them well. Using a pencil with a tip of blonde eyebrow wax, draw the shape you prefer. If the hair roots are darker than the rest of the hair, the pencil should be the same color as the roots. To make them look thicker, use eyebrow powder that is lighter in tone than your hair. Clean the edges with a brush and concealer
Step 2. Apply eyeshadow
Choose natural eyeshadows, at most two tones darker or lighter than your complexion. Apply the product to the eyelid with a brush. If you use more than one color, apply the lighter tone first, then the darker one. Blend the darker eyeshadow well into the crease of the eye so it blends in better with your skin color.
You don't have to use only neutral eyeshadows, you can also opt for more colored ones, but always in small doses. To make sure they suit your complexion, consider the same rules you followed with blush and bronzer. Don't overdo it with color pigments, otherwise the look won't be natural
Step 3. Apply mascara
It shouldn't be much darker than your lashes. Apply it only on the upper lashes. To have a natural make-up, one stroke should be enough. If you need more, wait for it to dry completely before applying again.
Step 4. Apply a lip gloss or lipstick
Choose a product that is as similar to your lip color or just slightly different. A trick to get a natural look: apply it just once, pat it gently with a handkerchief and finish with a coat of lip gloss. You can also decide to use only a clear or lightly tinted lip balm.
Advice
- Always remember to remove your make-up before going to sleep.
- Before putting on makeup, don't forget to wash your face.
- Use a different brush for each powder product to keep the colors from mixing.
- It is not necessary to use all of these products. It is also enough to have a good base consisting of foundation, concealer and powder. You decide whether to use other tricks.
- Blend well with a brush, sponge or other applicator for a more beautiful and natural make-up.
Warnings
- Clean your brushes regularly to prevent oil and dirt from building up.
- Mascara should be replaced every three months. Bacteria can proliferate in the tube and cause an eye infection.
- When deciding how to wear makeup, consider the school regulations. Even though the effect should be natural, some people may still notice that you are wearing makeup.
- Using foundation and lip glosses that have passed the PAO is less dangerous than other makeup, but try to throw them away if the color, smell, or texture has changed.
