How to Apply Natural Makeup

Many women don’t like to wear heavy makeup. Instead, they prefer a more natural look that shows off their natural beauty. Surprisingly, applying natural-looking makeup is more than merely limiting how much makeup you apply. A natural look has to do with how makeup is applied and what products are used. With the knowledge and the proper products, achieving a natural makeup look can easily be done.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Mineral makeup
• Tinted moisturizer
• Concealer
• Neutral eye shadows
• Brown eyeliner
• Blush
• Nude or natural-colored lip gloss
• Powder brush
• Kabuki brush
• Blush brush

1. Apply foundation carefully. Whether you’re wearing heavy makeup or light makeup, having smooth and even-toned skin will make any makeup look great. If you already have a clear complexion, opt for a tinted moisturizer as opposed to regular foundation. However, if you need a little extra help, use mineral makeup. Not only is it more natural than other products on the market, but if necessary, it can give adequate coverage. Use your concealer to cover up an imperfections and then apply your mineral makeup with a powder brush or a kabuki brush.

2. Apply natural looking eye shadow. Depending on your skin tone, the eye shadow you choose may vary. You will want three eye shadows. The first one will need to match your skin tone exactly. The second shade will be slightly darker. The final shade should be lighter than the shade that matches your skin. Highlight your brow bone with the lightest shade and use the medium shade as a wash on your eyelid. Use the darker shadow to contour your eye or apply it in the crease of your eyelid.

3. Apply brown eyeliner. For a natural look, you want to use brown eyeliner as opposed to black eyeliner. If you have darker skin and dark hair you may want to use a dark brown. However, if you have light skin and light hair, you can use a lighter brown. Line your eyes with the eyeliner that best suits your features.

4. Apply a light or nude-colored blush. If you have dark skin, you are going to want to choose a deeper colored blush and if you have light skin, you need a lighter colored blush. Cover Girl True Match Blush is great for a natural look. You can find different shades in a variety of colors that suit many different skin tones. Apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks. If there are any harsh lines, use your powder blush to blend the makeup.

5. Apply a nude-colored lip gloss. Choose a nude-colored gloss that compliments your skin tone. Light complexions look good with flesh-toned pinks while dark skin tones look good with mauves. Apply the gloss to your lips and rub your lips together.

Tips & Warnings

• Have different blushes for the different seasons. Opt for a darker color in the summer when you’re tan and a lighter color in the winter when you’re pale.
• Don’t neglect to apply foundation. Smooth and even-toned skin are the basis for great natural-looking makeup.

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[lyd1030]

on 5/19/2009 Great Tips!