How to Apply Hippie Makeup
The late 1960s and early 1970s were a time of upheaval. Individuals in the United States sought a purer and more carefree life. As a result, they would indulge in free love, experiment with various drugs and try to maintain a carefree and peaceful existence. These individuals acquired several names throughout the years, including flower children and hippies . Since hippies focused on simplicity, their makeup was basic, and in many cases almost appeared to be non-existent. Here's how to get that hippie look with modern-day cosmetics. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Tinted moisturizer
- Face powder
- Blush
- Eye shadow
- Lip gloss
- Mascara
- Eyeliner
- Concealer
- Cleanser
- Toner
- Powder brush
Instructions
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Prep your skin. Before you apply any makeup, you want to start with a clean slate. Cleanse your skin and towel-dry it gently. Apply your favorite toner to a cotton ball. Gently apply the toner to your face.
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Apply face makeup. For a more natural look, use a tinted moisturizer. Allow it approximately 5 to 10 minutes to absorb into your skin. If you find there are other imperfections that aren’t adequately covered, use a concealer. Gently apply the concealer to any blemishes, under-eye circles or other imperfections.
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Use a face powder to set your makeup. This will ensure that your makeup lasts an optimal amount of time. Use a powder brush to apply a light layer of the powder to your face. If necessary, apply another coat.
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Put on eye makeup. Since hippies focused on a more natural look, your eye makeup will be simple. Apply a flesh colored eye shadow to your eyelid. If you want more contrast, apply a neutral, medium-toned brown eyeshadow to the crease of your eye. Line your eye with brown eyeliner. Follow up with a coat of brown or black-brown mascara.
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Give yourself lips that are as simple as the rest of a hippie’s makeup. Apply a nude-colored lip gloss to give your lips a healthy sheen. It should look as natural as possible.
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Tips & Warnings
For more natural eye makeup, use brown mascara instead of black-brown. This will give your eyes a softer look.
