how do you properly apply make up?

Question

i kind of know how to..but i want to know stuff about applying foundation, concealors, blush, eye make up etc.

Answer 1

To begin with, I have to tell you that I'm pretty preppy. You didn't define what look you were going for so I'll just take you through my routine:
I start with cover up, which is basically a foundation or concealor. It covers blemishes, levels everything out, and makes everything one color. It can be good or bad, but the bad part is that your natural color is basically lost along with your cheek color. Next I apply bronzer that is about 2 shades darker then my natural color. It gives your skin a more natural look and dosn't make you look fiber glass. Also if your foundation is pale, it covers it up and makes you tanner. Remember to eliminate any lines left around you chin and put it on your neck too, so your face doesn't look fake. Next I apply a light bronzer. Remember, you don't want to look like Bozo. I apply it around my cheek bones a little lighter the farther back on my face I go. You can identifly cheek bones by making a fish face. Then I do my eyes. I have a very small lash line, so I apply a light gray eye liner on the top of my lid and then I use the smudge sponge at the end of the stick to fade it. I use a volumizing mascara, which is basically a clear or white base coat to give you eye lashes length and then a black top coat. DO NOT USE WATERPROOF MASCARA ON A REGULAR BASIS, IT WILL MAKE YOUR EYELASHES FALL OUT, AND PUT THEM IN VERY BAD CONDITION. I also apply just the black mascara to my bottom eye lashes very thinly. I use a very dark grey or a light black eye liner on my bottom lids. I use it on the corner of my eye very darkly, and then lighter the farther on I go down the lid. I eventually make it fade out. I do not use eye shadow anymore because i use top eye liner but if your dark skin gold looks good. Brown or gold eyes a plum color. A shimer looks good on almost anyone. For my lips I just apply a clear gloss over a light pink that matches my skin tone. A clear gloss looks good on everyone. Hope it helps!

Answer 2

Try going to the cosmetic counter at a local department store. They help with makeup application...and no, you don't have to buy their expensive products.

Beyond that, go lightly with make-up. Be sure foundation is the right shade and well blended, and that blush, eye shadow, etc. are applied, not painted on.

Answer 3

Keep it light and blend well. You don't want harsh lines, and if you're over about 20 you'll probably want to skip anything with glitter in it. Choose colors that compliment your coloring and emphasize your best feature (eyes or lips).

For specifics, your best bet would be to go the cosmetics counter at a department store and ask if they do makeovers - they'll show you how to figure out what makeup will work for your skin type and coloring and how to make the most of your own beauty.

Answer 4

well eyeliner is easy...
**take the very tip of the liner pencil and lightly apply it to your eyelines a.k.a the lines above and below your eye, until it is as dark as you want**
**mascara is complicated sometimes. if you have thick lashes u won't need much of it. but all you do is take the mascara brush and gently sweep it upwards on your lashes.**
**eyeshadow isn't that hard either. take the eyeshadow apply it on the shadow brush as heavy as you want (i would recomend not too much)then gently sweep it across your eyelid until you (again)have it as heavily applied as you wish.**
I would tell you about the foundation and concealors but I don't use them. sorry hope these tips help!!

Answer 5

if u want to know the proffesional way of applying makeup i suggest u visit a makeup specialist.. but in my own way .. i apply my eye makeup first then foundation conealor and the blush for the final touch before applying the gloss

Answer 6

follow these steps # Rest one elbow on a flat surface, like your bathroom counter, to help steady your hand. Close one eye and lift that eyelid gently with your non-dominant hand. # Apply the liquid eyeliner as close as possible to the lash line. Make a series of small marks, instead of one straight line across, to give you more control of the eyeliner. Connect the series of small marks as you move along the lash line. # Repeat Step 2 on your other eye. Check both eyes carefully in a mirror. Small mistakes and smudges can be erased using a dab of liquid eye makeup remover on a cotton swab.

Answer 7

I like using make up sponge triangles to apply my foundation. Remember, less is more.

Answer 8

You can have a Mary Kay girl come to you and teach you or you can stop by my site at www.marykay.com/kfrench2006 and get tips and you can also email me for any thing else you need help applying also you can email me for samples!!

Answer 9

Get a free facial from a Mary Kay or BeautiControl Rep... I use to sell Mary K and gave free facials and tips....

Answer 10

try bare essentials. The make up is wonderful and easy to use and looks very natural. they have tons of colors and the make up isnt goopy it is natural minerals and very good for your skin. you can also go to qvc.com and find bare essentials there and they also have tons of make up tips and ideas. i will also give u the link to bare essentials web site so you can see the product and what it is all about. good luck