How do you apply makeup to look like you're not wearing any makeup (& look better than before)?

Answer 1

use natural colours and do not wear a lot.

i only wear face power (bare escentuals)
bronzer-very very very small amount (also bare escentuals0
mascara (black or dark brown i like to use NARS)
and chapstick (not the colorones, currently using burts bees but not loyal to any one kind)

Answer 2

A few tips for you: First of all, if you don't have a ton of blemishes and just want to even out your skin tone, a tinted moisturizer works great. It won't cover like a foundation does and blends into your skin so it looks really natural. I like to mix my own by using a lightweight moisturizer with spf 15, I put a bit in my hand and then take an oil free foundation in a shade darker than my natural color and mixing a dab into the moisturizer. It gives me a slightly bronzed look but still looks totally natural because I have mixed it with moisturizer so it blends into my skin and is going on very lightly. You need to be careful when doing this to use a foundation still in your color range. For instance, I have rosy skin so I have to use a darker foundation color that still has pink tones. If you are more beige you will want to find a foundation with beige undertones. If you choose to wear a blush you should stick with something in the pink range and apply very slightly only to the apples of the cheek. It will give you a fresh young look and be more natural. If you want to accentuate your lashes and make them look thick and full you should use an eyeliner that is the same color as your masacara and apply it only to the upper lashline, right against the lashes. Apply the masacara only to your upper lashes. This will give your lashes a full, thick look without looking like you are wearing liner. On your lips stick with a sheer gloss in a natural lip color. Lips are naturally pink no matter what your skin color is. Stay away from reds, browns, and corals if you are trying to acheive a natural look. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

The key to the perfect makeup is the color of the foundation you choose. You should be able to blend the foundation in just 2-3 strokes on your face and after that, if you can not see the color difference any more you will know that you have a great match for your skin tone. If you have to work with it a bit you are using the wrong color for your skin.

Answer 4

I love cosmetics. The key is having them professionally done. Once you have an exact match to your complexion, go to eBay and find it cheap. I use my fingers so that I don't waste it in sponges. Do not put foundation on your neck unless there is a mark to cover. It should match your skin tone almost perfectly. Do not buy a lot if you tan. Try not to use a lot of powder, because it will make you look strange. A dab will do you with a loos powder brush. Shake off the excess and use downwards strokes only. Feel free to use a shimmering powder to even skin tone and give a natural glow. Using neutral colors makes your look more natural. Use the mascara closest to your eyelash color. Don't be afraid to try matte and shimmery eye shadows. Be careful about using cheap cosmetics, because you might have an allergic reaction.

Answer 5

When I dont want to look like I'm wearing make up, I just go for minimal make up. Use concealer around the eyes, blush applied sparsly and a translucent or brown mascara. If I'm using a translucent mascara then I will curl my eyelashes too. I make sure my eyebrows are neat (which makes a big difference). If you feel the need to use a foundation make sure you blend it in well.

Answer 6

I have tried many different brands of make-up and the only one I have found that will give you those results is bare escentuals or maybe even another brand of mineral make-up. It covers up fantastically and you dont looking or even feel like your wearing make-up at all. I hate that heavy feeling foundations give you when your trying to cover and then you can always tell your wearing make-up. They sell a great affordable starter kit with the basics.

Answer 7

Always go with a base that is closest to your natural color. Never cake your eye makeup on. If you have fair skin and depending on what you are wearing like me, I use light pinks and grays sometimes green eyeshadows up to my brows. Light skin colors. Never glob mascara on either. Use a dark brown mascara. and a black eyeliner. Depending on what kind of lipstick you like, I never use red. Looks so goddy and awful. I use a lip gloss that has a little beige in it to enhance my natural lips. Hope this helps

Answer 8

Less is more. Use a translucent shade to your skin. Whick would have to be Dark Medium or lite.
Wear a gloss and lite masccara.
Oh yeah, use loose powder and apply with a brush.

Answer 9

Use natural colors that matches your skin tone. Only use concealers to cover up spots that you want to be covered. Don't overdue it by using concealer on the whole face. For a natural look, use loose powder with a brush. Depending on your skin color, you may want to use a light colored lipstick/lip gloss.

Answer 10

that's easy! Follow a good Skin Care Regimen and you won't need foundation. Tell me what your coloring is and I can suggest some color that will accentuate what you have and look natural. An better than ever!
PK
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