Some preparation is required before applying your make up, to ensure that the overall effect is longer lasting. Your first step is to select a cleansing lotion designed to suit the unique needs of your skin and to thoroughly cleanse your face, neck and decolletage area. This is akin to a painter preparing his canvas before setting out to create a wonderful masterpiece.
Next is the use of a good toning lotion, which aids in removing excess cleanser and also tightens and smooths the pores, ensuring that they do not easily become clogged. Apply a moisturizer that is suitable for your skin type, not forgetting the throat and decolletage area.
If you have any blemishes or discoloration on your skin, now is the time to apply your blemish stick. Special concealing formulations have been created to minimize unflattering dark circles that appear under the eyes. The next important step is applying your foundation. Choose the shade closest to your own skin tone. It should look completely natural, as though you are not wearing a foundation at all.
Ensure that your foundation is blended smoothly into your hairline and that you blend it over your jaw line onto your throat, not stopping abruptly in a distinct hard line that will give an unnatural look. Do not neglect the eyes and apply a small amount of foundation to both upper and lower lids. Whether you prefer a loose or compact powder, always apply it in light, sweeping motions, not forgetting your throat and decolletage area. Select a natural shade to blend in with your foundation.
Which color palette you choose for your eyes is dependent upon your personal taste and upon the occasion. When selecting eyeshadow, steer clear from colors that are similar to the color of your eyes, as they will tend to dull and distract from your eyes, creating a muddying effect rather than brightening your eyes.
Those with grey, green or blue eyes should select eyeshadow shades that range in the warmer color spectrum, but those with dark or brown eyes can generally choose colors from the cooler spectrum. Apply a darker eyeliner to both upper and lower lids along the lash line to enhance the shape of your eyes.
Apply a darker eyeshadow to the crease and eyelid, blending with a lighter shade on the brow bone. You can also apply color along the edge of the lower lid. Carefully apply a good quality mascara to both upper and lower lashes in a darker shade. Proceed to apply your blusher to the hollow of the cheeks, below the cheekbone and as a final touch, add your preferred lipstick or fruit gloss. Your look is now complete, but do be sure to touch up during the day or night, ensuring that you are the beauty of the ball!
There are many steps that can be taken to remain youthful and radiant. Hair removal, exercise, skin care, hair care and a trip to the beauty salon can all help this process
