How to Apply Makeup for a Dinner Meeting
In the evening, it is okay to dress up a bit more for work, including wearing a bit more makeup. The routine is not too different from applying makeup in the morning, but when you apply makeup for a dinner meeting, you should follow a few extra tips to make sure you look your best. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Foundation
- Mascara
- Blush
- Lip color
- Brow pencil
- Brushes and sponges
- Lip gloss
- Concealer
- Powder
- Eye shadow
Instructions
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Even out your skin tone using a foundation that matches your natural color. You may need to apply concealer to cover blemishes missed by the foundation.
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Use a blush the color of your natural flushed color and apply it using a large brush and a sweeping motion on the apples of your cheeks.
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Highlight your eyes using light shadow on your brow bone and at the tear ducts.
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Use a neutral shadow in a medium shade that complements your eyes.
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Sweep a darker shade of shadow into the creases of your eyes and at the corners.
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Apply liner and mascara to define your eyes. You may wish to choose a bolder color than you would use in the daytime.
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Use a sheer color on your lips that is one or two shades darker than your natural lip color.
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Apply gloss to make your lips shine.
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Carry your makeup bag to reapply makeup as necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
Higher quality products may be more expensive, but they often provide better results.
Remember to remove all makeup before going to bed at night.
Test all new products on a patch of your skin before using on your face to make sure they do not cause an allergic reaction.
