Makeup Application Steps

Everyone has their own distinctive makeup routines. Here is a sample of one that could help someone in need of a little motivation.

 
Cleanse and Exfoliate- Rinse face with lukewarm water, follow with a gentle exfoliating cleanser gently rubbing product in circular motions. Rinse 

Use Toner or Astringent- Using a cotton swab damp with astringent (for oily/combination skin) or Toner (for dry/normal skin)  apply a thin layer over face gently. Allow 1-2 min to dry.

Moisturize-  Apply a moisturizer (light for oily/combination skin, or cream for dry/normal skin) in circular motions. Follow with eye cream(optional). Allow 1-2 min to absorb.

Primer- Rub in hands to warm product, then smooth all over face. allow 1-2 min to set in.

Concealer (optional)- Dab under eyes and over blemishes, blend carefully.

Foundation- Starting with a little then adding more if needed, smooth over face and blend.

Powder- Brush on a light layer over entire face to seal concealer and foundation, and to eliminate any unwanted shine.

Brows- Using a brow powder, liner, or gel lightly fill in brows to define shape. Use a stencil if it makes application easier. Brush brows and finish with a highlighting cream over brow bone.

Eyeshadow- accentuate the shape of eyes and define crease line with choice of complimenting shadow.

Eyeliner- Line eyes in water line and upper and lower eye line with liquid or pencil liner.

Mascara- Curl lashes then apply two coats of mascara to top and bottom lashes. Use a eyelash comb to separate lashes and get rid of any clumping.

Lip liner- Using a liner that matches color of lipstick, trace along the natural lip line or go slightly higher or lower to make the desired shape and size.

Lipstick- apply to the center of bottom lip then blend outwards.

Blush/Bronzer- Lightly brush onto the apples of cheeks.

Theses steps can be rearranged to whatever fits into your schedule or makes you feel comfortable the most. Use deeper/Brighter colors for a more bold look. Clean makeup brushes regularly to prevent any skin irritation or breakouts. Its best to splurge on certain products and tools (Brushes, Foundation, concealer) Throw out old makeup after when it clumps, flakes, changes color, changes texture, or smells. Don't share Liners, brushes (without cleaning), or mascara.   

       

Makup Primer

Makeup primer is a very important primary step to some women's makeup routines.
Primer is used to smooth fine lines in the skin giving the appearance of a more evenly textured face and filling in sunken scars in the skin. Makes large pores seem smaller and prevents cosmetics from clogging pores. Gives the benefit of smoother foundation application reducing the appearance of creasing and feathering. While using less foundation and making the product last longer into the day without needing to reapply, money is saved by purchasing new foundation less often. Also acts as a protective base between your skin and makeup. Primer gives the illusion of more natural looking foundation. Good for oily/combination skin, by keeping skin more matte by controlling excess oil. good for sensitive/dry skin by nourishing the skin and calming inflammations. Helps keep skin moisturized and some primers have sunscreen built in to protect from the sun.

There are many different types of primer: eye, lip, face, tinted, transparent, and more.

To use makeup primer, You first start with clean moisturised skin. Before applying foundation, and after eye cream(optional)warm primer in hands then primer should be applied to the whole surface of the face and massaged in. Wait about 2-3 min before adding the next layer of makeup so primer is fully absorbed into skin.

Some of the most popular reliable brands of primer are; Nars($33), smashbox($38), bare escentials($21), laura mercier($30), Lorac($30), Tarte($27),

Some face makeup may draw attention to certain types of scars or blemishes on the skin if no primer is used before hand. If your skin is pretty clear of blemishes you are one of the lucky people out there and a tinted primer can be used without foundation over it, or you could just skip both and go straight to blush or bronzer. If you have certain skin conditions or allergies using primer is not a good idea and may worsen your condition.

If primer is a little to costly for you there are ways to make a DIY primer.
#1. Moist lotion mixed with liquid foundation
#2. Aloe Vera gel, moist lotion, liquid foundation
#3. moist creme and concealer