5 Different Types of Makeup You Need

If you’re looking to build the perfect makeup collection from the ground up, the process is the same as building the perfect face. Scrolling through social media, you’re likely to see sped up videos of women creating amazing faces of makeup without any clear instructions or explanations. The first step in becoming a makeup pro is building your pro kit. Once you understand your tools and master the basics, you can begin your journey to becoming as proficient as the artists you see online.

1. Skincare

Skincare is just as important as makeup. No amount of makeup can disguise malnourished skin. Acne, dry patches, oily spots, a dull complexion, and skin laxity cannot be covered by makeup. Taking great care of your skin will improve its health and simplify your makeup routine.

Absolutely everyone’s skincare routine should include a broad spectrum high SPF sunscreen. Sun damage is not fully reversible. Failing to wear sunscreen now will lead to a world of skin concerns you won’t be able to adequately address later on. In addition to sunscreen, you’ll want a cleanser that works for your skin type and a moisturizer.

Any other skincare products you choose should be based on targeted concerns. Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide products work well for acne. Vitamin C products will help to create an even skintone, and retinol products improve the texture of skin.

2. Priming Products

Your skin wasn’t made to be sticky. It doesn’t have the same texture as an artist’s canvas. Makeup is designed to sit on the surface of the skin, and if the skin isn’t prepared to receive it, it won’t apply correctly or stay on for more than a few hours. Face primers and eye primers create a texture on the skin that helps makeup to adhere and apply smoothly.

3. Complexion Products

The foundation for your makeup is your foundation. The product is very appropriately named. Foundation should be perfectly matched to the skin to blur away variations in skin color and texture. The finish of your foundation can make you appear radiant or matte – it’s entirely up to you what you choose. Concealer works to cover things like blemishes or birth marks.

Highlight and contour products work to create the illusion of new dimensions within your face. Contour amplifies the hollows of your face, creating the appearance of projection. Contour below cheekbones or along the bridge of the nose will slim your features. Highlights applied to the high points of the face, like the top of the cheekbones or the bridge of the nose, will work with contour to create these sculpted highs and lows.

4. Color Cosmetics

Color is the fun part. Your eyeshadow, blush, and lipstick are all color cosmetics. Working with color palettes to create looks is a lot like being a painter. You choose what you want to wear together and experiment with the way different eye colors will match different lip colors. If you’re less creative, premade palettes make it easy to create an effortless look. Many of them are arranged into color sets called quads, and some of them even come with instructions that suggest where to place the color for maximum effect. Once you’ve found a strategy that works for you, you can branch out into individual shadows that you match into quads yourself.

5. Finishing Touches

When all your makeup is on, it’s time to line, define, and set. Eyeliner and mascara give extra definition to the eyes, creating a contrast between the colors on your lid and creating a barrier between the colors of your eyeshadow and the color of your eyes. This contrast allows your eye color to prominently shine, balancing your face and enhancing your features.

At the end of your application, mist your face with a setting spray. Setting sprays help makeup stay on for longer without sliding or fading. When your makeup is sandwiched between a great primer and a strong setting spray, it won’t come off until you’re ready to use your makeup remover.

Conclusion

Applying your makeup is an art project. It’s equal parts technical and creative. Having the right tools for the trade will allow you to create a beautiful face of makeup with minimal time and effort. If you’re well equipped and you have the time to play around, it’s easy to master makeup application.

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