For beginners, mastering everyday makeup can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s a simple everyday makeup tutorial to get you started:
Step 1: Prep Your Skin
- Start with a clean and moisturized face. Apply a lightweight moisturizer suitable for your skin type and allow it to fully absorb into the skin.
- Apply a small amount of primer to your T-zone or areas where you tend to get oily to help your makeup last longer.
Step 2: Apply Foundation
- Choose a light to medium coverage foundation that matches your skin tone. Apply a small amount to the back of your hand, then use a makeup sponge or brush to blend it onto your face, starting from the center and blending outwards.
- Blend well to ensure a seamless finish, paying extra attention to areas where you need more coverage, such as blemishes or redness.
Step 3: Conceal Any Imperfections
- Use a concealer that matches your skin tone to cover any blemishes, dark circles, or redness. Apply a small amount directly onto the imperfections and gently blend with your finger or a makeup sponge until seamless.
- If you have dark circles, consider using a peach or salmon-toned corrector before applying concealer to neutralize the darkness
Step 4: Set Your Makeup
- Set your foundation and concealer with a light dusting of translucent setting powder. Use a fluffy brush to apply the powder lightly over your face, focusing on areas that tend to get oily.
- This step helps to lock in your makeup and prevent it from creasing or sliding throughout the day.
Step 5: Define Your Brows
- Using a brow pencil or powder that matches your hair color, lightly fill in any sparse areas of your eyebrows with short, feathery strokes.
- Focus on enhancing your natural brow shape rather than creating a completely new shape. Brush through your brows with a spoolie brush to blend and soften the color.
Step 6: Add a Touch of Color
- Apply a neutral eyeshadow shade all over your eyelids using a fluffy eyeshadow brush. Choose a shade that complements your skin tone and adds a subtle wash of color.
- If desired, add a slightly darker shade to the outer corners of your eyes and blend well for added dimension.
- Finish with a coat of mascara to define your lashes and open up your eyes.
Step 7: Add a Flush of Color
- Smile and apply a natural blush to the apples of your cheeks, blending upwards towards your temples. Choose a blush shade that mimics the natural flush of your cheeks for a fresh and youthful look.
Step 8: Add a Hint of Glow
- Apply a subtle highlighter to the high points of your face, such as the tops of your cheekbones, the bridge of your nose, and your cupid’s bow. Use a light hand and blend well for a natural-looking glow
Step 9: Finish with Lip Color
- Complete your look by applying a sheer lip balm, tinted lip gloss, or lipstick in a shade that enhances your natural lip color. Opt for a shade that feels comfortable and complements your overall makeup look.
Step 10: Set Your Makeup
- Finish by setting your makeup with a few spritzes of setting spray to lock everything in place and ensure long-lasting wear.
Remember, practice makes perfect! Don’t be afraid to experiment with different techniques and products to find what works best for you. With time and patience, you’ll become more confident in your makeup skills and be able to create beautiful everyday looks effortlessly.
