For many women, just walking into a cosmetics store may be enough to trigger a panic attack. With so many different options, how can you possibly narrow it down? If you’re like many young women, your goal is to improve your look without adding extra hassle to your daily routine. With five makeup staples and an extra five minutes, you can give your face a fresh, flawless look that lasts all day.
A good facial moisturizer is the basis of a successful beauty routine. Dry skin tends to crack and peel, allowing any liquid foundation or powder to settle into the cracks and scream “look at me!” A properly moisturized face is the foundation for successful makeup application.
In addition to improving the look of your makeup, keeping your face moisturized helps delay the aging process of your skin, preventing the development of wrinkles. While you may think you have years before you have to start thinking about wrinkles, the earlier you consider an anti-aging routine, the better, as prevention is key.
Have you ever attempted to put an opaque lipstick over dry, cracked lips? To put it bluntly, it does not look good. As with facial moisturizer, lip moisturizer is essential. Lip moisturizer keeps your lips hydrated, allowing any colored lipsticks or glosses to glide smoothly over the lip surface, leaving you with a perfect finish.
Apply your lip moisturizer after your facial moisturizer and allow it to sink into your lips before attempting to apply any lipstick or gloss.
Concealer is the best way to fake a perfect complexion. Concealer covers dark under-eye circles, acne and any discoloration or redness on your skin, giving you a fresh, rested look. Make sure you choose the right shade to match your skin tone. Concealer that is too light or too dark for your complexion will only magnify the presence of blemishes you are trying to hide.
When it comes to makeup, a visible layer of powder on your face is a major faux pas. This is where translucent powder comes into play. Translucent powder gives your skin a smooth, flawless finish without adding more color or changing the appearance of makeup that you have already applied. Translucent powders also help soak up any excess facial oils, getting rid of grease and giving you a matte look.
Your basic beauty routine is not complete without mascara. Mascara thickens, lengthens and darkens your eyelashes, defining your eyes and transforming your look.
Before buying mascara, decide what your needs are. Do you want increased length, increased volume or both? Do you need waterproof blends or will a basic formulation suit your needs? Pay attention to the shape of the brush as well. If you only want a subtle change, opt for a thin mascara brush, which will give you a natural look. If you want bold, dark eyelashes, choose a thick, fat brush that can pack on the drama. The only real way to find your mascara soul mate is to experiment with different types, so go to cosmetic stores that allow you to try makeup before you buy it to find your match.
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