Make-up help for a beginner...?

Question

I've never been the one to want to wear make up or ever had the need to wear make up...cause i don't look like a gargoyle without it, but I've decided i should i guess lol...and I'm so clueless to even where to begin and what the brushes and stuff is called and what to put on first...SO IF YOUR GOING TO ANSWER I NEED SOME STEP BY STEP DIRECTION

i have a complexion of Alicia Keys, and my eyes are a REALLY dark brown (i pretty much look exactly like my pic/avatar), full lips, black longish hair...and I want to go for that natural look

so if anyone has the time and patience to help plz do so...or give me a website that will help me

thanks in advance

Answer 1

http://covergirl.com/register.jhtml;jsessionid=VTBJF44DFKX1TQFIAJ13OCQ?success_page=/makeupbag/beautyadvisor/index.jhtml&cm=hd_beautyadvisor&_requestid=48580032
this is a site from cover girl, they will tell you your best colors after the questionare and then give you tips on how to apply it. or you could go to a cosmetic counter in a depatment store, the will show you.

Answer 2

Honestly, the best thing you can do is practice. Everyone devolps their own style and taste level. Oh, and most women I know are very brand-specific when it comes to their mascara. (I prefer the blue tube by Maybeline).

I wouls say do not use blush (use bronzer) but I am not so sure that applies to you. I have a complexion like Britney Spears.

If you have fairly good skin, all you really need is mascara and some lip gloss. If not, try Clinic's powder. I am a HUGE fan!

Your best bet is to go to a make-up counter at the mall and have them help you. Just beware, it is their job to sell you stuff.

The number one rule is less is more! Number two is just practice!

Answer 3

If you want the natural look, you should go for neutral/skin colours first off; so stay away from the white eyeshadow.

You could also try enhancing your best feature; if it's your lips, go for clear lip gloss, for example - it still looks natural.

If you have nice skin - i.e. few blemishes - then you probably won't need to use concealer, foundation and powder and should go for mascara, lip gloss and blush which enhance the other features.

So they're the products I'd recommend, and following the aforementioned guide on the website, you'll probably be well on your way to that natural look you want!

Answer 4

oo this is very simple :)
i have about your same complexion so here is what i would suggest:

1. wash your face and pat dry
2. apply a very light shade of bronzer or foundation...it is sometimes hard to find the right shade so go to a makeup counter and they will help you pick one that matches :)

For your eyes...
a daytime look:
1. apply some black, brown, or light brown color to the top of the eyelid forming a line right over the lashes
2. apply some brown or black (black is better) eyeliner right underneath the lash line
3. apply a little bit of mascara to the TOP LASHES ONLY
a more natural look...
1. apply some light brown, light pink, or a gold shade of eyeshadow on the eyelid
2. apply some black or brown eyeliner underneath the eye lashes
3. a bit of mascara on the top lashes


for the lips....
just a bit of light pink lip gloss should bring the whole look together!!!

hope i helped!!

Answer 5

It is very easy. DON"T use a foundation. have a naked face. try a subtle brown liner on your top lash line (Jordana makes really cheap, creamy liner). Gently smudge with a qtip. Next, apply a golden peach blush to the apples of your cheeks with a very light touch (try loreal's true matchblush in the warm family). Also, a lip gloss is essential. Try ones from lip smakers, as they aren't sticky and they give natural color. Their ice creamies are beautiful. If you get more used to makeup, try mascara. I love Maybelline's unstoppable mascara since it's very sheer. Ususally, lengthening formulas are sheerer than volume types

Answer 6

If you have good skin don't ruin it with foundation. If you are slightly shiny try a translucent powder. Just a slick of black mascara to take advantage of those sweet dark eyes, and maybe a little slightly tinted lip balm. :)

Answer 7

if u really don't need make up that much don't start. i never use any form of make up except lip gloss or very occasionally, a little mascara for my lashes & my skin is healthier than all my freinds who use make up. drink lots of water, eat healthy, excersice well, look for some form of mental stimulation and u'll never need make up all ur life.

Answer 8

i dont know what the book is called but it has tyra banks on the cover half put on and half natural that had good tips

Answer 9

ok i was on the internet finding how tos and came arcross a really cool website done by a pro. http://www.cosmeticscop.com/learn/article.asp?PAGETYPE=MAKEUP this is the website i really hope this work out for u

Answer 10

check the links below for beauty tips to:-- Makeup - how to apply.
http://geebal.blogspot.com/2006/08/free-makeup-tip.html#name1

check the links below for beauty tips to:-- # Cosmetic tips and tricks
http://geebal.blogspot.com/2006/08/cosmetic-tips.html#name1