You will need a few different tones of eyeshadow, 2 or 3 for each makeup style and you can get these in different types, you can choose between eyeshadow powder, eyeshadow cream in a stick or in pencil forms and paints in a tube in all different textures.

The eyeliner can be a liquid eyeliner that is applied with a thin brush and these require you to have a some training and a steady hand to apply them. For most girls the best is using eyeliner pencils because they are very easy to use and you don’t need such a steady hand.

The final product you will need is the mascara in a tube with a brush or it can come in a powder cake. Powder cake mascara is rare nowadays because the mascara in a tube with a brush gives a much better effect and you can carry it around and use it easier.

An extra product you might want to have handy is a concealer. Although the concealer is part of the foundation makeup it can be use to make the dark circles under your eyes a bit lighter before you start your makeup.

How to Apply Eyeshadow

Most of the eyeshadow sets come in sets of three tones that have three different values from light, medium and dark. As a rule of thumb you should apply the light tone to the top part of your eyelids and on the brow bone. Then use the medium tone to color your eyelids by beginning at the inside corner of the eye and stoking to the outer part of the eye lid. To blend the eyeshadow tones you can use a brush or your fingertip.

After that you should use the dark tone to add some depth and then blend the colors together to finish it off. Remember that dark tones make you eyes look deeper and light tones make your eyes pop out. To learn more tips to apply eyeshadow you can look at our article on how to apply eyeshadow.

How to Apply Eyeliner

The second step in the eye makeup is to apply the eyeliner. Eyeliner can give different effects depending on how you apply it. If you want your eyes to look wider then you start the line about one fourth away from the inside of the eye. The line should start out thin and get a little bit bigger on the edge. If your eyes are already wide apart then you can make them look closer together by making the line on the whole eyelid length. To know more about eyeliner techniques you can read the article on how to apply eyeliner.

How to Apply Mascara

The final touch of you eye makeup is applying mascara. Mascara makes the eyebrows look thicker and longer. When you apply mascara it is important that you look down into your mirror or that you tilt your head so that you can see the whole eyelashes and not just the tips. When applying the mascara use light strokes so that you can separate the lashes and get a nice coat of mascara that makes your lashes longer, darker and thicker. Don’t leave any clumps on your lashes because that will take the natural look away! To read more about mascara and the techniques to apply it like a pro read our article on how to apply mascara!

The eyes are an essential part of your makeup routine and it is the part of your makeup that will take the longest! It takes a while but the result is well worth it! I hope you liked my tips on how to apply makeup, if you have any feedback don’t hesitate to leave a comment!

Models and celebrities also have bad skin and imperfections that they have to camouflage and conceal. All the photographs on the magazine covers are the result of professional photographers that get the girls in their best angle, makeup artists that hide away their imperfections and make their good traits look even better, and after dozens or hundreds of pictures they choose a few and then process them further with Photoshop.

When you see these celebrities with their makeup they look perfect… and you can have the same effect at home if you know how to apply makeup correctly. Before you start applying makeup you obviously need to plan what kind of makeup you should buy for your particular skin type, skin color, eye color, etc. There are different makeup styles for each occasion, when you go to work you have a more professional and more discrete makeup and when you go out or have a hot date you can do something more dramatic and sexy. Read our articles about each part of the makeup process, you will get acquainted with the proper makeup steps and you will find suggestions on which colors fit with your eye color, skin tone and outfit. There are different makeup techniques for the various face shapes and eye sizes and shapes.

Another factor that makes the makeup techniques different for each occasion is the light at the venue. If you are going out at night or during the day, if you will be in the sun or in the water, etc. You have to adjust your makeup routine according to the conditions, don’t worry, it might seem overwhelming but it is not. You will learn all this in and hour or an hour and a half, the most important is that you have the right basics. You will learn how to apply each makeup product and understand why and when to use it.

How to Put on Makeup

Before you start your makeup routine you should start out with a clean skin.

The first step is to learn how to apply foundation. Read our article on how to apply foundation for details. You should put some dots of foundation on your forehead, tip of the nose, jaw, cheeks and chin. You don’t need to apply foundation on your whole face if you don’t have any marks to hide. The blend the foundation in use your fingers an a damp makeup sponge.

Next you should read how to apply eye makeup. Eye makeup is what will take the longest and is the most important for your appearance. You can read our article on how to apply eye makeup for all the details. Your eye makeup routine will consist of the following steps:

Eyeshadow: Learn how to apply eyeshadow for your eye size, eye color and face type.
Eyeliner: How to apply eyeliner and how to choose your eyeliner type.
Mascara: Learn how to apply mascara to make your eyelashes longer and thicker.

You can apply concealer after the foundation or after the eye makeup to conceal and camouflage any skin marks. Some people apply the concealer before the foundation but that makes no sense because the concealer will be wiped away when the foundation is applied.

To apply blush you should smile and apply blush on your face apples or just under them. Don’t put a lot of blush on because if you have to blend it, then you have too much blush.

The last step of your makeup routine is to apply your lipstick and your lip liner. Remember never to use a big color contrast between your lipstick and your lip liner.

To know more about each part of the makeup routine read the in depth articles on each subject. Knowing how to apply makeup like a pro is not that hard, you just need to know the basics and have some practice! Good luck and if you have any questions or suggestions don’t hesitate to leave a comment!

Mineral makeup gained popularity when the Bare Escentuals products were presented on QVC and became an instant success. The success on QVC allowed the company to expand their brand and the number of boutiques and so the mineral makeup trend began and nowadays mineral makeup is well known and for sale in every store and from many different brands.

Real Mineral Makeup

The true mineral makeup is made from 4 or 5 different crushed minerals in a powder form and they become liquid with the heat of your skin. The newer generation of mineral makeup manufactured by big companies like Loreal, Neutrogena and Mary Lay have other components and are not considered as mineral makeup by some. Since there are no standards to follow a mineral makeup can have that name if it is made of 100% minerals of if it has less than 1% of minerals. Chalk is also a mineral, so every kind of makeup could be considered as mineral makeup. Some critics say that mineral makeup is just the reinvention of the wheel and that it is just a marketing trick.

Mineral Makeup Foundation

Normally mineral makeup refers to foundation although there are many other derivatives that entitle themselves as mineral makeup products. You can buy mineral blush, mineral eyeshadow, mineral eyeliner, mineral finishing powder, etc. Normally the mineral makeup comes in a powdered form (traditionally loose but it can be pressed or even liquid). Although many mineral makeups contain a lot of ingredients, the classic mineral makeup is made only of 4 or 5 minerals and nothing else. Consider this as a minimalistic and simplistic foundation that gives great results. To apply the mineral makeup you simple buff the powder on with a special brush and then the minerals will liquefy with the warmth of you body and give a beautiful and natural skin tone.

Mineral Makeup Healthy for you Skin?

The reason for the initial hype of mineral makeup was that they gave a better look than other makeup, and on top of that the makeup is healthy for your skin. Although this is over hyped the makeup can be better than other types of makeup and after some practice and with the correct selection of the makeup color it will give great results! Keep in mind that many of the mineral makeup products available on the market are mineral “based” makeups, meaning that they have the minerals but have other substances added which makes them like any other makeup product.

Many women like the idea of mineral makeup because they are perceived as natural and healthy, because of they’re effect or for both reasons. Another advantage of mineral makeup is that it acts as sunblock because 2 of the minerals protect the skin from the sun rays. All true mineral makeup has inbuilt sun protection!

Another advantage of mineral makeup is the price, it lasts longer that normal foundation and that makes it more cost effective.

I have been using mineral makeup for more than a decade and I think it is great. It looks better and it is great for people with skin problems because it doesn’t cause acne and there are less allergies. If you are trying out mineral makeup you have to expect that you won’t find the right color on the first try and you will have to learn how to use it because it is a little different than traditional makeup. Good luck with mineral makeup, I am sure it will make you look even better!

You always apply two or three tones of eyeshadow and the colors should blend in a smooth way between the different shades. When you use three colors then you have the base, the main color and the highlight color. The base color is applied on the eyelids first, then the main color and then the highlight in the crease of the eyes. How you should apply the main color for each type of face will be discussed in this article also.

The first step of how to apply eyeshadow is to apply the primer. When you use a primer before applying eyeshadow it will make the end result look smother and it is the difference of makeup that lasts a few hours to a full day.

When you are picking the shimmer or the highlight color be carefull. The shimmer is used to bring out the eyes but too much of it will also bring out the wrinkles and other lines.

How to Apply Eyeshadow on Different Face Types

The main thing you have to remember when you are choosing your eyeshadow colors is that dark colors deepen the eyes and that light colors will make your eyes stand out. Choose the right colors for your face and eye type and have some q-tips near you in case you mess something up.

There are different types of faces and eyes and for each one there is a different technique that you should use to make your face look more appealing:

Wide-set eyes: on wide set eyes you use the dark tone in from the inside corner of the eyelid to the middle of the eyelid and apply the light tone from the center to the outside of the eyelids.

Close-set eyes: if you have close set eyes you have to apply the dark tone of the eyeshadow from the centre to the outside of your eyelides and go beyond the outre corner. Then apply a lighter color from the center to the inside of the eyelid.

Droopy eyes: if you have droopy eyes then you have to apply the darker tone on your eyelid and go upwards in a wing shape. Use the highlight tone under your eyebrows.

Big eyes: In this case you apply the dark eyeshadow tone going outwards and a little bit upwards on the eyelid. The highlight should be just under the eyebrows with a lighter color.

Small eyes: If you have small eyes then you apply the darker tone of eyeshadow on the socket of the eye and the upper part of the eyelid. On the lid you should use a lighter tone of eyeshadow and highlight under the eyebrows.

How to Apply Eyeshadow for you Eye Color

When you are applying eyeshadow you can use different eyeshadow colors to bring out the color of your eyes. You can either match your eye color or you can contrast it, start out by trying out different colors to see how they go with your eyes.

When you are applying eyeshadow you have to choose and apply the highlight color carefully because you want to complete the makeup effect your are trying to achieve. Like I said before, blending is crucial, blend the outside edge of the crease to make your eyes look bigger, be careful because if your highlighter is too close then you may end up with eyes that look like beads. Don’t put eyeshadow on your brow bones because it is exaggerated, keep it simple and put color up to the bone but not on it.

I hope you have enjoyed this article and if you want to know more on how to apply eye makeup you can visit the other articles on how to apply mascara, how to apply eyeliner and other articles on how to apply makeup! If you have any questions or tips please leave me a comment!

Choosing the right tone of foundation is crucial so that the makeup looks natural in comparison to the rest of your skin. In this article you will learn about the different types of foundation makeup you can buy and which are the best in the market for your skin color and type.

Liquid Foundation Makeup

A liquid foundation makeup is good for most skins tones and types, they capture the skins moisture and leave it with a luminous finish. These foundations are easy to apply and they come in a little bottle, available in water based or oil based formulas. Water based foundations are good for black women because they leave less shine on the skin. Many of these foundations have some silicon oil in them.

The foundation that is oil based blends very easily over the entire face and leave a niche sheen. This kind of foundation is good for women that have wrinkled or extremely dry skin. They are thick and a bit greasy but they blend in well with these kinds of skin, making it look more hydrated.

Mineral Foundation Makeup

Mineral foundations are great because they are made of more natural ingredients and give a great finish. You can read more about mineral makeup and you will be amazed at the results. Mineral makeup foundations work well with all skin types and are good to cover skin with pimples and acne. The foundation comes in a loose powder and the powder melts with the warmth of your skin. This kind of foundation ends up being more healthy and less expensive because you can go much longer with a package. You probably know that I am a big fan of mineral makeup, and this is my recommendation!

Other Foundations

There are many other types of foundation makeup like cream foundation, cake foundation, stick foundation, waterproof foundation, spray foundation, etc. I recommend you use mineral foundation or liquid foundation. Although all these other products are useful I would stick with the mineral and liquid foundations because of the effects and the usability of the products, its not worth to look for other types because these too are the best, especially if you have the price in mind.

First of all you need to know what how you want to look like. You can apply eyeliner in various different ways, you can get a natural look for daily use or a more dramatic look for special occasions. You have to decide what style you are aiming for before you start you makeup.

After knowing what kind of look you want you can pick your eyeliner color. You have to choose a color that fits you eye color or a more plain color for a casual look. You can try a green tone for casual and daily use, another alternative is brown. If you want a more dramatic look for the evening you can use a bright green to make your green eyes stand out or an aqua blue shade to make your blue eyes stand out. The standard black is always a good choice for every eye color.

Eyeliners are available in different types ranging from eyeliner pencils, liquid pens, or in cake form. If you are starting out with makeup you should start with an eyeliner pencil or a liquid eyeliner because they are very easy to use. The eyeliners in cake have to be moist when you use them, you do this by putting a few drops of water on your brush and then applying it to the cake. You can have different color intensities if you put more water on it.

The next step is to prepare your eyeliner before you use it. Most of the eyeliners are easy to use and low maintenance. A pencil eyeliner should be sharpened every time you use it so that you have precision to draw and for hygiene purposes. After your eyeliner pencil is sharpened you can warm it up a little with hair dryer or warm it up between your fingers. By doing this you can apply it easier. If you have a liquid eyeliner or a hybrid eyeliner then you should read its instructions that are printed on the label.

When applying eyeliner you should always start with the upper lid. If you are using a hand mirror you should look down into it and if you are doing it in front of the mirror you can tilt your head backwards. You have to do this so that you can look at the whole eyelid from an angle and not only from the front. I also explained this trick in the article on how to apply mascara.

The next step is to apply the eyeliner from the inside of the eyes and then go outwards. You have to draw the line as close as possible to the eyelashes and you can rest your hand on your cheek so you don’t shake and have a steady hand.

Afterwards you can draw eyeliner on the bottom eyelid. This time you do it the other way around, you go from the outer corner to the inner corner of the eye. Always draw the line as close as possible to the eyelashes. You don’t need to make the line through the whole eyelid, three quarters is enough.

Now you have to wait for the eyeliner to dry for about half to a full minute. This is very important if you are using liquid eyeliner.

To make the effect a bit more smokey you can smudge the eyeliner a little to make the line look softer. You can do this by running a Q-tip gently on the line until you reach the wanted result.

As you can see it is not that hard to know how to apply eyeliner in a professional and cool looking way! I hope you liked these tips and you can read our other articles on how to apply eye makeup and how to apply mascara to finish off your eye makeup! If you want to apply fake eyelashes you can visit our article on how to apply fake eyelashes. Feel free to ask any questions through the comment form!

The first thing you need is the right foundation for your skin color. Applying foundation color that doesn’t suit your complexion and skin tone is something that will sabotage all your makeup efforts! Be sure you get the right color of foundation by testing it out on your jaw line. You also need a few different tones for the different times of the year, during the summer your skin will be more tanned and you will need a darker foundation, in the winter you don’t want to use the same dark foundation because it will be too dark. If you are unsure about what color you should pick you can ask for help the cosmetic store where you can try out different samples and get good advice.

There are many different kinds of foundation makeup, there is the traditional foundation and the mineral makeup foundation which is also very good!

Before you begin applying your makeup always start with a clean face and clean hands. Before you apply your foundation you should apply a moisturizer, a moisturizing sunscreen or a primer that is compatible with your skin type. The foundation will be easier to apply and will stay longer if the skin is healthy and well hydrated. In the summer I use a facial sunscreen and when I am not going under the sun I will use a foundation primer. Many makeup artists say that not using a primer is a makeup crime!

After you let the primer or your moisturizing product of choice be absorbed by your skin for a few minutes you should wipe off any excess with a tissue so that your skin is not to greasy.

Apply your foundation with a dampen makeup sponge or with you fingers by putting some dots on you nose, forehead, cheeks and chin as needed. You don’t need to apply foundation over your whole face, just on the spots you want to camouflage and have some coverage. Mostly it is around the nose, chin and the eyes. I always use a dampen sponge, if you use it dry you will be wasting your foundation because it will dry out in the sponge and then you need to use more! If you want to know how to apply foundation like a pro you can do it with foundation brushes because they suck up even less product and will blend even better.

Now you can spread the foundation out with the sponge and with your fingers. It is great to start blending the foundation with your fingers because the heat will make it spread out better, then finish off with a moist sponge if needed.

It is always a good idea to check your final result in a natural light source because you will see if anything is wrong. Always pay extra attention to your jawline and your eye line so that you do not have any lines that can be seen. The secret of a good application of foundation is that you blend blend blend. Is has to look natural and that is achieve by blending it in!

After you have applied your foundation and you have some marks left then you can use concealer to hide them. Some girls use the concealer before the foundation but that is counter productive because most of it gets wiped away when you apply the foundation. Foundation is the first step in you makeup routine and if you wan more tips on how to apply makeup please read our other articles. I hope all your questions on how to apply foundation are answered, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to leave a comment.

You should look down into the mirror so you can see your whole eyelashes, if you look straight into the hand mirror then you don’t see the complete lashes. So remember, look down into the hand mirror for the best visibility.

Different Mascara Types

There are different types of mascara for the different looks you want to get. The final effect of the mascara depends on the brush and you can pick fine brushes or full brushes. There are also different mascara products like lengthening mascaras and volume mascaras. The lengthening mascaras give you an effect of longer lashes and the volume mascaras give you more volume.

If you have short lashes you should get a fine brush and if you have normal length lashes you can get a bigger or fuller brush. You should try different mascara brushes until you find what fits you best. The technique of how to apply mascara is the same for the different types of mascara.

Apply Colored Mascara?

There are many people talking about mascaras in different colors but I will give you a pro tip: always use black mascara. The objective of using mascara is so that your eyes look better and stand out. If you use any other color than black you will have a weaker effect.

You can always try out mascaras with other colors but you have to choose a color base on the eye and hair colors. The brown mascara can be used by blonds that want to try for a more natural look. If you want a more dramatic effect and you have blond hair you should use black mascara. If you use purple mascara on green or brown eyes you will make your eyes look wider. There are other colors like blue and grey but I always recommend black mascara and play with colors with the rest of your makeup.

Tips to Apply Mascara

Before you apply the mascara you should have been finished with your eyeshadow and other makeup around the eyes. For that you can read our article about how to apply eyeshadow and how to apply eyeliner.

The next step in applying mascara is to use an eyelash curler on your upper lashes. When you use the curler it should be fitted at the bottom of the eyelash so that you take it all in the curler. This is an optional step but this way you can achieve an extra long effect with your lashes. To ensure a natural look you have to apply the mascara as close to the skin as possible so that the shape looks natural.

Now you can comb your lashes so that they are all separated. It is best to do this before they dry than after they dry. The you can apply a the mascara brush and then comb again thought them to separate them with the comb. You can make your eyelashes longer if you apply another coat on the tips of your lashes after the first mascara coat has dried. While you are applying the mascara you should always apply it form the inside out and by not missing any of them. To eliminate clumping you should apply the mascara in one stroke on the whole length of the lashes guaranteeing that you have full and long eyelashes.

If you want to apply another coat of mascara you should not let it dry completely or it will start flaking off.

Applying mascara on the bottom lashes is optional and here you should apply it on the opposite way as on the top, from the outside to the inside. The bottom lashes should be more subtle so don’t overdo it and don’t put mascara on all the lashes.

If you want a natural look you can use clear mascara and then comb them with your eyebrow brush. If you want to achieve really think eyelashes then coat your upper lashes and your lower lashes with clear mascara, comb, and then coat them both with black mascara.

After your night out you should remember to remove your makeup including your mascara. If you applied a lot of mascara you can have problems by sleeping with it, causing an eye infection, swollen and red eyes and it won’t be a pretty sight when you wake up with raccoon eyes I hope you enjoyed our tips on how to apply mascara for you to look your best.

Nowadays fake eyelashes and eyelash extensions are cheaper than ever before and their quality is much higher. You can have naturally looking fake eyelashes for great prices and they are easy to apply by yourself. You have many brands and types to choose from and all this choice will make it easy to look great.

How to Apply False Eyelashes

Before you apply the eyelashes you have to trim on site of the fake eyelash so that they fit your eyes. You can trim the fake lashes so that you have a more natural look. The fake eyelashes should be longer on the outer corner of your eye. There should be almost no gap between the fake and the real eyelashes.

Then you need to put the glue on the fake eyelashes. Put a some eyelash glue on your hand and then run the fake eyelash trough it. Before you apply the eyelash you have to wait a few seconds for the glue to dry a bit so that the glue is not so liquid. You should never put glue on your eyelids because that is a mess waiting to happen and I don’t want you to glue your eyes shut or get glue in your eyes.

If by any chance you get glue in your eyes you should take the fake eyelashes off and wash your eyes. Let the eyelashes dry and then you can apply them again. Remember to use the least amount of glue that you can get away with, this avoids these problems.

You can apply the fake eyelashes with your hand but I recommend you do it with tweezers. You have to glue the fake eyelashes as close to your natural eyelashes as possible. After you have applied them press them gently until the glue is dry, this should take up to 1 minute tops. If you let go after one minute you can be sure that the lashes are well glued.

To make things look more natural you have to blend in your real eyelashes with the fake ones by applying mascara. While you are applying the mascara you can press your finger on the fake eyelashes.

The final step is to use an eyeliner to fill any gaps between your real and fake lashes. Some people prefer to apply the eyeliner before they glue the lashes on because it can be easier to handle and give a more natural look.

Removing your Fake Eyelashes

After you had a great night out and you want to go to be you should remove your fake eyelashes with makeup remover and a hot compress. To use your eyelashes again you should soak them in eyelash cleaning fluid until the next time you need them. It is good to always disinfect and sanitize you eyelashes after you use them so that they are ready for the next time.

When you are removing the fake eyelashes you should NEVER pull the lashes from your eyelids because you can pull out your real eyelashes! Not good! Always use the warm compress and makeup remover.

Eyelashes are an important part in a feminine look and they are great for women that have thin or few eyelashes and good for special occasions where you want a more dramatic look. I hope you have found this article on how to apply fake eyelashes help full and you can look at our other makeup how to’s on our site! If you have any questions or comments don’t hesitate to contact us!

Fake eyelashes are great for women who have only a few eyelashes or short and skimpy eyelashes. The eyelashes are a very important part of the overall beauty of the face. Fake eyelashes are not mandatory but if you have bad natural eyelashes it doesn’t matter how good your makeup skills are, you will need fake eyelashes to finish up your look. Nowadays fake eyelashes are cheaper than before and they quality is much better. You can have naturally looking fake eyelashes for great prices and they are easy to apply by yourself. You have many brands and types to choose from and all this choice will make it easy to look great.