How to Wear Makeup and Still Look Natural (Part 2)
In part 1 we talked about how to apply our foundation and
blush to look natural. Now we’ll discuss lipstick and eye
make up
So here we go Makeup Tips Part 2 or…
“How to apply eye make without looking like you’ve gone 3
rounds with Joe Frazier”
In other words don’t overdo it. Subtle is the word here!
Eyeshadow - There’s a rainbow of colours now available,
unlike when I grew up, green and blue were almost all that
we could get (boring!) So have fun and experiment, but bear
a few tips in mind.
Keep bright colours for evening use only.
Don’t use frosted, glitter or metallic shadows if you’re
over about 25! You’ll accentuate any fine lines. There’s
also a theory that the small glitter particles can pass
through the fine eyelid membranes and lodge in the eye. (I
don’t know for sure if this is true, but it’s enough to
make your eyes water!)
Use dark colours to shrink and light colours for emphasis.
Blend blend blend blend! between colours. Use a brush or
fingers (gently does it)
Use a lighter colour on the inner edge of eyes to “open”
and darker colours on the outer edge for a dramatic look.
It’s best to use no more than 2 colours at a time (unless
you’re super clever) Make sure to use the same colour tone.
Hot colours are bronze, taupe and gold. Sheer colours will
look more natural.
Special tip - Don’t use an eye shadow that’s the same
colour as your eyes. Contrast will bring our your eye
colour better. For example if your eyes are blue use a
brown or taupe shade. Brown eyes look fabulous with most
colours - except brown.
Mascara - If you only do one thing then make it mascara! It
has the most impact of all make up.
Start at the root of the lashes and move up. Make sure you
include the tiny lashes at the inner corners.
Put an extra coat on the outer corners too. This will make
your eyes look “larger”.
Wipe brush with a tissue to remove any “blobs”.
Don’t use a lash comb afterwards, instead use a clean wand
(wash your old one and use that)
If adding a second coat, do it before the first one dries.
Mascara can “go off” quickly. Replace every 4 months to
avoid eye infections.
Don’t overdo it. Too much will stick your lashes together
and look unnatural.
To widen eyes, use an eyelash curler - before applying
mascara.
If your eyelashes are very sparse, try false lashes, these
can look great if applied properly!
Special tip - If you have small eyes, don’t use mascara
on your bottom lashes. This can make your eyes appear
smaller.
Eyebrows - Pluck only under your brows to create a good
shape. If your brows tend to meet in the middle then you
can pluck here too, but be careful. A beautician can wax
this area for you the first time so you can maintain it
yourself in future.
If you have sparse or light eyebrows use a pencil one shade
darker than your brows, but no darker than your hair
colour. Blondes are best using a light brown pencil.
If your brows already look good, try adding some shine with
a slick of Vaseline or sheer lip gloss.
Use a brush to blend pencil at all times.
Special tip - If your eyes are too close together, start
your brows more toward the middle of the eye. Try this with
a pencil first. Don’t pluck before you’re sure it suits you!
Lipstick - The best thing I can tell you about lipstick is
to use a lip brush. Yes it takes a little longer to apply,
but you’ll get an even application of colour and stay
within the lip line.
Make sure your lips aren’t dry or flaky, use Vaseline or
moisturizer before applying lipstick.
If your lips are too thin, draw a line just slightly
outside your normal lip line with a lip liner pencil
(careful!)
If you want your lips to be the focal point of your face,
use a strong colour and use less eye make-up.
For lasting colour that doesn’t come off on your coffee cup
(or his cheek!), blot lips and re apply. Blot again.
Use a gloss over your lippie for impact!
Practice makes perfect when applying make up. If you do it
often enough, you’ll be able to apply make-up in the dark,
without a mirror and with both hands tied behind your back
(Just joking but you know what I mean!)
Wendy Owen
http://www.articlesbase.com/women’s-issues-articles/how-to-wear-makeup-and-still-look-natural-part-2-3549.html
How do you apply makeup to get the best “natural” look, and which type is the best and is cheapest? Tips?
I want to know how i can get that "natural look" without spending too much money/time and still look good. I am a bit sheltered and am pretty dumb when it comes to makeup so when you explain don't use makeup words, use body parts like "cheekbones" or something like that. I have long dark brown hair that comes halfway down my shoulders. I have dark brown eyes, and I have pretty clear skin or what could be considered normal skin, It is oily in some places and get dry in some areas. My eyebrows are thicker and are dark brown. I cant wear eyeliner cause my mom says it makes you look like a corpse. I have a sort of pale olive/ ivory color skin but it isnt really dark but in some places blotchy. What are the best products to buy, where can I buy them and where/ what are the cheapest places to buy them. What is the best/cheapest products on the market? Hope you can help! PLEASE EXPLAIN THOUGHLY (you can even include wardrobe and hair ideas. PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!
well, i use MAC foundation. I like it and it works, but if you want to try somehting else- Neutragena has a new mineral powder which can help. Also, blush on cheekbones. very light. Put on a nude lipgloss and lightly apply mascara. (brown if you like)
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if u r looking for cheaper use wet and wild but i personally recomend that u use loreal or mac
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i use the RIMMEL brand..i like everything they have and the price is reasonable…the liquid RECOVER foundation is the best…..and some pressed powder..for lipstick i use COVERGIRL OUTLAST…little pricey but watch the sales..it stays on all day..i think pinks would look good on you…pink blush..go lightly on everything though..for mascara use the BROWN/BLACK color..it's not so harsh..you don't want raccoon eyes..good luck to you..go easy now
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the best makeup is to keep it clean and fresh with a little moisturiser on it. then apply some kohl in ur eyes and little gloss on ur lips…i think its the best thing you can do for a natural and fresh look….keep hair tied up at back if u have a round face.
see products should suit you and they shouldnt be over done. doesnt matter if they are not branded products…
just be comfortable….. beauty will come automatically
References :
For makeup to maintain that natural look, the colours you use must match the shades of your skin tone. If you use concealer should be yellow in tone as this will give adequate coverage but not add excessive colour, thus keeping the look natural. Your foundation or tinted moisturiser should not be obvious when applied to your skin either.
Natural Looking Makeup: Hints and tips
When using items like blusher and eyeshadow, the best natural look for blusher is to choose one which matches the colour of your complexion after some physical exertion. Eyeshadow shades can be any from the more earthy tones, warm colours like brown, gold or plum.
Mascara: Best Colours
Mascara can be grey or perhaps brown. The same applies to eyeliner. However, if you want to miss out one of those items that will also enhance the natural look. You don't want to overdo makeup or draw attention to any one area - the aim of this sort of application is to look as if you are wearing very little, if any, at all.
References :
http://www.eyemakeupdirectory.com