Things You'll Need:
- Richer Moisturizer
- Medium- to Full-Coverage Foundation
- Rich Matte Eyeshadow in a Dark Color
- Eyeshadow Smudge Brush
- Bone or Taupe Matte Eyeshadow
- Highly-Pigmented Dark Eyeliner
- Creme or Gel Blush
- Makeup Sponge
- Creme Lipstick in a Deep Color
- Sheer Midtone Lip Gloss (Optional)
- Highlighter
- Silver or Gold-Flecked Face Powder
- Eyeshadow for Teens
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Step 1
Bump up the richness of your moisturizer. Since skin gets drier in the winter, your regular formula may not be enough to prevent unsightly flaking, which is especially unflattering under a layer of makeup.
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Step 2
Use greater skin coverage foundation. This helps to cover any redness and extra unevenness in skin tone during this time of year. The thicker consistency is also a good way of protecting against the harsher elements. Blend well to get rid of any demarcation lines.
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Step 3
Change your eye makeup application. Eyes rimmed with eyeshadow both on top and bottom lids are especially fashionable in the wintertime. Keep it simple by applying a rich matte color from lash line to crease, as well as on bottom lashes. Give your eyes a smoky effect by running an eyeshadow smudge brush over the color. The only other shadow you need is a bone or taupe matte on brow bones. To line eyes, using a highly-pigmented dark shade that complements your shadow--black and gray are safe bets--will do. If you normally don't wear liquid eyeliner, now's a fitting time to start.
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Step 4
Try a richer blush formula for denser color on your cheeks. Although you can certainly use a color that is a shade or two deeper than your natural flush, it is certainly all right to simply match your natural color. Applying it in either gel or creme form instead of powder can help you make the transition into winter. If you normally already use gel or creme, simply increase the intensity by adding another layer or two. Blend with your trusty makeup sponge to erase any evident lines.
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Step 5
Be daring with your lips. Cover lips with foundation to give bold lip color a base to cling to. Take a creme lipstick in a rich, deep shade that you would be hesitant to wear other times of the year and press it onto the center of both your top and bottom lips. Blend outwards to meet the boundary of your natural lip line. If you think the color is too intense for your taste, press a tissue over lips to blot. You can leave it as is, or apply a sheer lighter colored lip gloss over it, from the center of the mouth outwards.
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Step 6
Add glitz to your look by using a shimmery highlighter on the tops of your cheekbones for parties and other evening events. Along the same lines, instead of dark eyeshadow, teen-aged girls might want to wear holiday-themed powder dusts with very fine silver or gold flecks.
