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How to Know What Style of Prom Makeup to Wear and Look Pretty

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It's a girl's goal to look her prettiest at prom. It's the event when you're at your most lady-like self, and you want to make everything look perfect. Knowing what makeup style to wear for prom may be a dilemma, but with these tips you'll know what prom makeup to wear and how to look your best.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • magazines
  • self-reflection
  • makeup brands list
  • department store
  • salon
  1. Step 1
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    Mannequins, royalty-free image by ortonesque

    Choose the dress you'll wear. First you need to figure out what kind of dress you'll wear. This will narrow down your selection for makeup style. Decide how you want to convey yourself. Your makeup, together with the dress, completes your overall look-- consider options that go well together.

  2. Step 2
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    New magazines, royalty-free image by lusi

    Browse through teen magazines. These magazine feature teens with great styles that you can emulate for prom. Prom inserts are also attached to these magazines to help teens plan for the big night.

  3. Step 3
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    Make up, royalty-free image by lusi

    Know what kinds of makeup you're comfortable with. Think of makeups you've worn in the past, as well as the personal style you carry. This will help you choose brands to use for prom. If you like darker makeup, think of brands such as Urban Decay and Mac, and if you like lighter makeup, think of brands such as Stila and Benefit.

  4. Step 4
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    Getting makeup done, royalty-free image by agastecheg

    Meet with a cosmetics counter lady. Department stores have cosmetic counter representatives who can help you determine what makeup would look best on you. They have a selection of makeup that you can test while you're at the counter, to see which ones complement your skin tone and face for prom.

  5. Step 5
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    Interior, royalty-free image by an73

    Book an appointment with a salon. You should do this in person so you can consult with the beautician and tell her about your makeup ideas. She will be able to guide you and offer some suggestions. Plan a date when you'll come back to create your perfect look for prom.

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