Simple Makeup Techniques

One of the most important makeup techniques is to consider your whole face when planning what colors you will use. Keep in mind that your features should be in harmony when you apply makeup.

While it’s okay to place the focus on one particular feature, such as the eyes, they should not overwhelm the face. Neither should you emphasize the features independently of each other. This can look cartoonish, or like there is a lack of focus.

The best blush make up technique you can use is to go lightly. Many people over apply their blush. You want the color on your cheeks to look soft, and natural. It should appear to come from beneath the skin, rather than having been applied on top. To do this, tap excess blush off of your brush before applying it.

Be sure to put blush on the apple of the cheek and blend towards the hairline to prevent a clownish look. Use lighter shades of blush to highlight, if you have chosen a darker color. Cheek color should enhance your complexion, rather than changing your skin tone. Lighter colors are more appropriate during the day, darker at night.

How to do Makeup on Eyes

Apply a concealer under your eyes to cover any dark circles.  you should use a darker shade than the typical ivory tones, for a more natural look.

Apply liquid base to the lids – this helps keep the color on your lids longer and also adds a glow.

(This is when you would also apply base to the rest of your face and neck, preferably using a sponge applicator for an even finish)

Apply a liquid eyeliner, a thin line is sufficient. Just go with the natural shape of your eye.
Wet a sponge shadow applicator and cover the entire lid with it. This technique makes it easier for the powder eye shadow to stick to your eye.
Now apply the powder eye shadow to to the entire lid

Use a darker shade of the same color shadow on the corners of the eyes. This makes the eyes look bigger.
Now reapply the eyeliner and smudge the ends for a smoky look
Take a blending brush and blend the colors for a softer look
You can apply a darker shade on the crease of the eye to add more drama and color to your eyes.

Finally, don’t forget to finish up with an even coat of mascara on both upper and lower lids.