Correct order of applying makeup
Makeup can be a great way to express your creativity and enhance your look. Beginner makeup is as simple as possible and does not require any special skills or prior knowledge to do well. Makeup enhances your favorite features, and symbolizes our individual definitions of beauty. The best makeup routines help the modern woman boost her confidence and take on the world – no matter the day.
This guide on how to do makeup at home for beginners is for all those who are wondering whether you should apply concealer before or after foundation. You've come to the right place and we'll help you get it right every time.
The first step to free your skin from dirt, oil and impurities should always be to wash your face using a gentle yet effective cleanser. Next, use a pH-balancing toner to balance the pH level of your skin after cleansing. Toner also helps tighten your pores and improves skin texture.
If you don't have time for a long morning routine, use a moisturizer with SPF to protect and preserve your skin in one step. Use a hydrating moisturizer to keep your skin from drying out due to makeup and also ensure it looks good all day long.
Use a Primer
Primers are arguably the most important part of your makeup routine. While you can use moisturizer for a smooth base, makeup primer helps your makeup last longer and makes it look seamless. If you often notice wrinkles around your eyes, try using an under-eye primer as well. Primers come in the form of gel, cream or spray and can create an even canvas for your makeup application. If you have oily skin then always choose a matte finish primer and apply it all over your face or on targeted areas depending on your specific skin concerns.
Tips: To apply your primer, squeeze a small amount onto your fingers, or your favorite makeup brush or sponge.
Apply a Foundation
Think of foundation as an even canvas for the rest of your makeup. The key to finding your perfect foundation is to choose the one that works best for your skin type. Foundation can come in liquid, cream, or powder form and is intended to even out your skin tone and conceal imperfections.
Tips: Apply a few drops of foundation or tinted moisturizer with your fingers on your forehead, cheeks, nose and chin. Then, gently blend it in with your fingers or a foundation brush, working in all directions from the center outwards on the spots.
Use a Concealer
After foundation, the next step is to hide all the problem areas of your face, like dark circles, breakouts, acne scars, and more. especially the area under the eyes, using concealer. Concealer is great for brightening certain areas of your face and adding extra coverage to areas that may need it. Like foundation, using concealer will really depend on your skin type, the formula of the foundation you're working with, and your coverage preference.
Tips: Using a concealer brush, apply a small amount of concealer under the eyes and at the inner and outer corners. Then, apply a dot of concealer to any blemishes or spots and apply it to the skin once again with your brush.
Using a Blush/Highlighter
Fluffy cheeks have been a mainstay of makeup glamor for centuries. Blush is a part of makeup that helps in bringing glow to your face. It gives you a healthy glow and makes you look like you have just come back from jogging. There are many shades of blush, you can choose the shade as per your choice.
Tips: Smile while doing this so you can see where the apples are. Pat on blush and blend upward toward your temples using your fingers or a blush brush. Use a dense brush with lots of bristles to apply your blush.
Apply Eyeshadow
Eyeshadow is the next step in proper makeup sequence. Eyeshadow is a pigmented powder or cream that is applied to your eyelids to accentuate your eyes. The colors come in a variety of finishes and shades, from matte to shimmering to duochrome and satin. They also have different levels of pigmentation.
Tips: Dip your eyeshadow brush into the light shade, then tap the brush to get rid of any excess product. Apply light shadow all over the eyelid, starting from the lash line to just above the crease of your eyelid.
Eyeliner, Kajal & Mascara
To complete your eye makeup, go for liquid eyeliner. You can draw a wing or draw a simple line. This will make your eyes look bigger and brighter instantly. After this, apply a little kajal on your waterline and finish it with mascara. This will keep your eyelashes blinking and tie your entire eye makeup together.
Apply Lipstick or Gloss
Prepare your lips before applying gloss. If your lips are cracked and chapped, be sure to use a gentle lip scrub to remove any dead skin and apply a protective lip gloss. Next, use your lip liner to outline your lips. Next fill your metal with liner. Use this as a model and buy your pomegranate.
Tips: Start applying your lip gloss from the center of your lips and drag the applicator along the length of your pout. Try to avoid dragging any gloss above your natural lip line, and lightly pat your lips together to make sure your lip gloss reaches all the nooks and crannies of your lips.
Setting Spray
This is the end of the makeup and you need to know a few tricks to ensure that your makeup last long. The final touch to the makeup routine is to set it in place with a finishing setting spray. To ensure it spreads evenly, hold it at arm's length and make an 'X' and then a 'T' shape while spraying for even coverage.
Remember: retouch your lipstick or gloss if it's fading.