Mastering Makeup: Step-By-Step Tutorials And Product Reviews

For the perfect look
Foundation plays a major role enhances your name, as its name defines every
make up must start with a good foundation for long lasting beauty. Foundation
regardless of quality can be differentiating on parameters like consistency,
application, and ingredients. So how do you know which type is right for you?

“Foundation is a
misunderstood product,” says celebrity makeup artist Sandy Linter. “Some people think it has to match the
skin perfectly. It doesn’t. It can be used to enhance the color of your skin by
adding more warmth or toning down redness, etc.”

Here below we discuss eight
common types of foundations, with the help of experts. Each has its own set of
advantages.

Liquid
Foundation

Liquid Foundation tends
to provide the most coverage and is best used if there are larger patches of
skin you’re looking to even out.

Powder
Foundation

Powder foundation is
convenient and easy to apply. It typically comes in a compact case, which is
ideal for on-the-go touch-ups. However, given its drier formulation, it’s best
used on oily skin without too many fine lines.

Cream
Foundation

For clients who
previously had acne scarring or Matured Skin, cream fills in the surface and
creates a doll-like finish. Which comes in a bottle with a pump. Most skin
types can find a cream formula that works well for them. Although it can be a
bit dewier for oily skin, cream foundations can be paired with a shine control
primer, an oil controlled moisturizer, blotted with a powder and sealed with a
setting spray,”

Stick
Foundation

If covering blemishes is
your main goal, a stick foundation could be for you. Since it comes in an
easy-to-use stick format, it’s great for slipping into your purse or makeup
bag. The consistency tends to be a bit thicker, so it’s important to find your
ideal shade.

Mineral
Powder

This type of foundation
is loose and typically comes in a sifter. The only downside to this option is
that it can be quite messy if not applied carefully, as opposed to pressed powders.
It’s best used during your morning routine to set your makeup; swap in a powder
compact for touch-ups during the day.

 Tinted
Moisturizer

It tends to have sheer
coverage and may not be ideal for masking heavy discoloration or blemishes.
However, it’s amazing for creating a bright, dewy complexion and evening skin
tone. This is also a great lightweight option for summer.

 BB
Cream

Perfect for a broad
range of skin types It’s made with a relatively creamy formulation and can help
even skin tone while moisturizing skin and providing just a touch of color. If
you are prone to oil and blemishes.

CC
Cream

Similar to BB cream CC
Cream stands for Colour Correction is intended to provide a light layer of
coverage with a natural tint. These creams are often hydrating and frequently
contain anti-aging ingredients. Just like their alphabetical predecessor, CC
creams can help even skin tone to create a bright, fresh-faced look. 

Also read : The Ultimate Guide to Achieving Flawless Skin: Beauty Tips and Tricks

Concealing Imperfections – The Art of Color Correction

Learn the art of color correction to neutralize blemishes, dark circles, and redness. We will provide step-by-step tutorials on using color correctors and concealer to achieve a flawless complexion.

WHAT IS COLOUR
CORRECTING?

Uses of skin
complementing colours to help you get rid of skin discolouration is called
colour Correction. Colour correctors are very lightweight on the skin and have
a similar texture to a creamy concealer.

The colours used are directly opposite to the colours of the skin spectrum,
which cancel them out and even out your skin tone. The colours that are
generally used are green, lavender, yellow and a few other coral shades. Each
colour is used to target a specific area of concern. The first step is to
identify your area of concern and then use the co-relating colour concealer to
conceal it. You can invest in a colour corrector palette or buy these colours
individually.

ORANGE COLOUR CORRECTOR

Orange colour corrector
is the most commonly used colour corrector for dark circles. It helps you
cancel out any dark spots you may have and even neutralizes your crow’s feet.
Orange colour corrector is best suited for people with medium to darker skin.

If you don’t want to buy
a separate colour corrector for your dark circles, you can simply use a
concealer with an orange undertone before applying foundation. It will act like
a colour correcting concealer and help you achieve a similar effect. Another
great hack if you don’t have an orange colour corrector available is to simply
use your lip make up product. Use your creamy red or reddish
orange lipstick and apply it under your eyes and on any dark spot you
want to correct. Blend it well using your sponge or brush. You can continue with
your face makeup after and apply foundation, concealer, contour,blush and highlighter.
Don’t forget to set it all in using your favourite powder.

PEACH COLOUR CORRECTOR

A peach colour corrector
does the same job as an orange colour corrector, but it is suitable for people
with fair to medium skin tones. An orange colour corrector may be too harsh and
look patchy on fair skin, which is why a peachy colour corrector for dark
circles is ideal to reduce their appearance on fair to medium skin.

GREEN COLOUR CORRECTOR

Green colour corrector
is also often used while colour correcting. It is very effective to reduce the
appearance of redness on your skin. If you have an angry pimple, with redness
around it, just apply a light layer of green colour corrector from your colour
corrector palette to cancel it out. It also helps cover blemishes and acne
marks.

YELLOW COLOUR CORRECTOR

A yellow colour
corrector is used to effectively cover the appearance of bruises and veins
which have purple undertones. It is also used to cover brownish dark circles
and mild redness. If you don’t have a yellow colour corrector on hand, you can
use a concealer with yellow undertones to colour correct. A full coverage
concealer with yellow undertones will act as a colour correcting concealer.

LAVENDER COLOUR
CORRECTOR

Lavender colour
corrector will help you brighten your skin and cancel out yellow undertones. If
your skin is looking too dull and lacklustre, adding a lavender colour
corrector will brighten up your skin.

You don’t need to own
every shade of colour corrector makeup, unless you are a professional. Identify
your areas of concern and choose a colour corrector accordingly. If you are
looking for a travel friendly option, a colour corrector palette is a great
buy. It helps you have all the colours you will need in one place.

WHEN DO I APPLY COLOUR
CORRECTOR?

Now that we know which
colour corrector must be used for which concern, it is now time to understand
when to apply it. After applying primer on your face and before
beginning your face makeup is when you use a colour corrector. Colour Corrector
makeup is essentially the second step of your makeup routine. After you have
blended your colour corrector well, you can continue with your face makeup as
per usual.

After this you can begin
doing your eye makeup. Fill in your eyebrows apply some eyeshadow, line
your waterline with a kajal and load your lashes with some mascara for
a glamorous look. You can also create a winged eyeliner for added
drama. 

A Palette of Possibilities – Understanding Makeup Tools

Every artist needs the right tools, and makeup is no exception. We’ll explore different makeup brushes, sponges, and beauty blenders, and how to use them effectively for different makeup techniques.

Angled brush An angled brush is a smaller version of a
sculpting brush and can be used for lining the eyes, creating a sharp cat-eye,
filling in brows or lips.

Beauty blender (N.) [byoo-tee blen-der] A trademarked
teardrop-shaped makeup sponge that is used for application and blending of
foundation or other makeup products. Beauty blender is one of the most selling
beauty tools.

Cat eye template Cat-eye template is a reusable template,
made out of thick paper or plastic, which can be placed above or below your
eyes to guide the shape of a cat-eye. Also, see cat-eye in makeup techniques.

Cotton swab 

Crimper An electronic heating device with two
corrugated ceramic plates used to press and curl the hair is called a crimper
or hair crimper. Crimpers were one of the most popular beauty tools used to
create 90 hairstyles. Also see straightener.

Curling iron An electronic heating device that is used
to curl the hair is called a curling iron. Also see straightener.

Cuticle remover A beauty tool used to clean the nail
cuticles is called a cuticle remover.

Eye pencil sharpener A beauty tool that has a sharpener in the
size of an eye pencil, used to sharpen it, is called an eye pencil sharpener.
It may come in two sizes, or may also be a dual eye pencil sharpener that can
sharpen both small and big pencils.

Eyebrow guide Eyebrow guide is a reusable stencil or
template to help determine where and how to fill in the eye brows. It may have
many different variations like straight, angular, natural and pronounced brow
shape.

Eyebrow wand See spoolie-brush.

Eyelash comb Eyelash comb is a makeup tool in the shape of a
small comb with a long handle, used to gently comb and separate lashes to
prevent them from sticking together. It also helps remove excess mascara.

Eyelash curler Eyelash curler is a beauty tool used for curling
the eyelashes, especially before putting on mascara.

Fake eyelash
applicator Fake eyeslash applicator
is a beauty tool used to apply false eyelashes. It is shaped like a clip, to
hold your lashes while you apply glue to it and then place it on your lid.

Fan brush A makeup brush with soft fibers in the shape of
a fan that is used to apply highlighter is called a fan brush.

Foot spa A machine, often portable, with a sink, roller
massager base, massaging jets and heated water inlets used for cleaning and
massaging feet is called a foot spa. Also pedicure machine.

French manicure tip
guide A stencil or template
with shapes of different finer or toe nails used to apply nail polish just on
the tips of nails is called a French manicure tip guide.

Gel polish cap A rubbery or silicon cap with a foam pad that
can be attached to the finger nail to soak and remove gel nail polish.

Hair
straightener  See straightener.

Kabuki brush A makeup brush with short, soft fibers and a
semi-rounded top, used to apply bronzer or face powder, is called a kabuki
brush.

Lip liner
sharpener A beauty tool that has a
sharpener in the size of a lip pencil, used to sharpen it, is called a lip
liner sharpener.

Lip plumper  A lip-plumper is a beauty supply item that can
be in the form of either a balm or a device, used to swell up the lips, either
instantly or overnight.

Makeup brush cleaning
machine A makeup brush
cleaning machine is a rotatory device or tool used to attach, clean and dry
makeup brushes.

Makeup sponge A sponge used for application and blending of
foundation, face powder or other makeup products, usually angled on one side
and rounded on the other. The angled side can be used for areas that need more
precision like the sides of the nose or under the eyes and the rounded for
wider areas like cheeks or forehead.

Manicure brush A beauty brush that is used to apply cream, balm
or other manicure products onto nails is called a manicure brush.

Mascara fan
brush A smaller version of the
fan brush, a mascara fan brush has soft fibers in the shape of a fan that is
used on the lashes for clump-free mascara application.

Mini beauty
blender A smaller version of the
trademarked teardrop-shaped makeup sponge, beauty blender, that is used for
application and blending of concealer or other makeup products.

Nail art drill A machine used for carving, sanding, polishing,
shaping or drawing on either natural and acrylic nails is called a nail art
drill.

Nail buffer A beauty tool with flat, fine grit that is used
to buff or polish nails is called a nail buffer.

Nail clipper A grooming tool used to clip, cut and shape
nails is called a nail clipper.

Nail file A beauty tool with a flat steel plate that has a
rough edge, used to shape the edges of nails is called a nail file.

Pedicure machine See foot spa.

Portable foot
spa See foot spa.

Powder brush A powder brush has a large, rounded surface area
and dense bristles for the application of face powder. Kabuki brushes or
mushroom brushes are two examples of powder brushes.

Pumice stone A lightweight, rough stone used to rub body
parts, especially heels or feet to remove the dead skin cells is called a
pumice stone.

Q-tip A tool with cotton stuck on either side, used
for precision makeup removal, eyeshadow blending, aural cleaning or similar
tasks is called a q-tip. Also cotton swab.

Sculpting brush Used to contour and sculpt the face, a sculpting
brush is a wide brush, angled in a shape that can work for both powder and
cream-based products.

Smudge brush A smudge eyeshadow brush is a dense brush with a
slight curve at the top, used to blend eyeshadow seamlessly without harsh
lines, or to create smokey eyes. It can also be used for lining with eyeshadow
under the lower waterline.

Spoolie A spoolie is a beauty supply tool that looks
like a mascara wand and is used to lightly comb and shape eyebrows. It’s
usually used on already filled-in brows to shape and work the product between
the eyebrow hair. Also see spoolie-comb.

Spoolie-brush A type of spoolie that has a small comb on one
side and an angled eyebrow brush or a mascara-wand-shaped brush on the other,
used to fill in, comb and shape eyebrows. Also eyebrow wand. Also see spoolie.

Stippling brush Short flat-top brush with fine, feathery
ends used to apply foundation, concealer, blush or contour is called a
stippling brush.

Straightener An electronic heating device with two flat
ceramic plates used to press and straighten the hair is called a straightener.
Also hair straightener. Also see curling iron.

Toe separator A beauty tool that is used to place in between
toes, used to align and separate toes while wearing nail polish, is called a
toe separator.

Tweezers A beauty tool, usually slant-tip, used for
plucking eyebrows is called a pair of tweezers. Tweezers are one of the
simplest beauty tools.

UV dryer A machine that radiates UV rays and has space to
put hands, used to dry nail polish is called a UV dryer. One of the
professional beauty tools, UV dryers are often used in nail salons.

UV spa equipment
sterilizer See UV sterilizer.

UV sterilizer UV sterilizer is a machine used to clean and
sterilize beauty tools and equipment It kills the bacteria and virus from nail
clippers, metal and glass filers. Also UV spa equipment sterilizer.

Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is a mirror, usually
round-shaped with a handle or cover for hand-held use, used when applying
makeup. Vanity mirrors may be magnifying, for seeing makeup details, or may be
dual mirrors, with one regular mirror and another a magnifying mirror.

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Eye Enchantment – Eyeshadow and Eyeliner Tutorials

Eyes are the windows to the soul, and in this chapter, we’ll unlock the secrets of mesmerizing eye makeup. From sultry smoky eyes to vibrant eyeshadow looks, you’ll learn various techniques to enhance your gaze.

The first step for most
women is to apply under-eye concealer to hide dark circles or other flaws.
Apply with a brush or with the index finger in a light
tapping motion until the product is smoothed under the eye. If you don’t need
to cover any under eye imperfections, you can skip this step.

Prime the Eye

Apply a small amount
of primer to the lid with a brush or your index finger. You can use a product
made specifically to prime the eye (this will allow makeup to last the longest)
or use a small amount of eye cream or concealer.

Apply Base Eye Shadow

Next, apply your base
eye shadow on the lid of the eye. The base eye shadow is usually a light to
medium colour and will be applied to the lid of the eye using a small or
medium eye shadow brush.

Apply the Highlight Shade

Next, apply the
highlight color. This is typically a lighter shade, or the lightest shade in an
eye shadow trio. Apply the highlight shade to the brow bone and any
other areas you want to highlights, such as the inner corner of the eye.

Add the Contour Shadow

Apply the contour shade is
in the crease of the eye and blend outward in your desired shape. This is a
darker shade and really helps define the eye. It is typically applied using a
smaller eye shadow brush because the color is more concentrated and you are
creating definition.

Although contouring can be
done in many ways, one of the most popular is to create a slight “v”
at the corner of the eye. This helps make the eye appear more open and creates
excellent definition.

Blend Eye Shadow

Use a
larger-sized eye shadow brush and blend the eye shadows well. Unless you are
going for an event or artistic look, eye shadow tends to look much better
and more natural if it is well blended without harsh lines.

Apply Eyeliner

Apply eyeliner
to the top lid. You can apply eyeliner as a pencil or a liquid or with an
eyeliner brush if it is a gel or cream formula. Kohl pencil is the most
popular; use short, small strokes to connect the line along the top of the
eyelid, close to the lash bed.

Place liquid
liner or gel liners on the eye in a smooth movement in a thin line. Then build
the thickness of the line as desired.

Curl Lashes

Curl eyelashes with
an eyelash curler. Gently squeeze the curler together at the base of the lashes
and hold for a few seconds. You can also ‘walk’ the curler up the rest of the
lashes and repeat for a longer look and more curl.

Apply Mascara

After curling lashes,
apply mascara to the top lashes. Tilt your head back and gently move the
mascara wand from root to tip. Apply additional coats as desired.

Apply Mascara to Lower Lashes

It’s not always
necessary to add mascara to the lower lashes, but if you wish to do so, hold
the mascara wand vertically and move across the lower lash line. This trick
helps catch each of the smaller lower lashes.

Apply Brow Corrector

Eyebrow corrector can
help add definition and polish to brows and really add to your overall eye
makeup look. These come in pencil and powder form and should be applied with
short, light strokes.

Beautiful Eyes

By practicing, you’ll find
out which types of eye makeup and which styles of application work best for
you. Although these steps provide you with a naturally beautiful style of eye
makeup, there are many ways to get creative with your look.

Once you are comfortable
with the basic steps, experiment with different colors, designs, and styles
that interest you.

The Perfect Frame – Eyebrow Shaping and Definition

Well-groomed eyebrows can transform your face, and we’ll help you find the best eyebrow shape for your features. Dive into the world of brow pencils, pomades, and gels to achieve the perfect frame for your eyes.

First, look at your natural
eyebrow shape. How angled is it? How thick or thin is
it? 

And base on that, you can choose a design for your
eyebrows. 

Use an eyebrow-shape guide to see what matches our natural face
shape

Straight – long face

Curved – Heart and diamond face

Soft arch – Oval and square

High arch – Round face

S-shaped – Square and diamond face. 

Upward – Oval and Square face. 

After deciding which eyebrow shape will be better for you,

you will need to have a natural full eyebrow. 

I recommend you let
your eyebrows grow for about six weeks to have full natural

eyebrow results and
then give it a design. 

Pluck just a few eyebrow hairs that do not allow you to have
your brow shape with makeup.

Don’t use a magnifying mirror, and try to do it in daylight to
have better results. 

Chapter 7: Sculpt and Glow – Contouring and Highlighting Techniques

Learn how to sculpt your face with contouring and add a radiant glow with highlighters. We’ll guide you through the subtleties of this art to create the illusion of sharper cheekbones and a luminous complexion.

Grab your favorite lip pencil and start by overlining the center of your top lip, where the Lip bow is. You can overline the rest of the lip slightly, but keep most of the volume at the Lip bow.

Pump Up Your Pout

Next, overline the center of your bottom lip. Then, instead of overlining the rest of the bottom lip, bring the lip pencil upwards, inside and slightly above the natural lip line. This creates a pouty effect, Keep the rest of your lips bare for maximum plumping effect, or fill them in for longer-lasting color.

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