Your DIY Guide to Makeup
Love makeup? Master the art of applying and removing makeup
perfectly with this DIY guide.
We all love using makeup, but how many of us know what is correct
way to apply and remove makeup? The best way to learn the art of
perfect makeup application is to first understand your face and
its high points correctly. Look at your face in a mirror and examine
it from all angles. Your next step should be decide what equipment
you are likely to use. The choice is between brushes, sponges, and
your digits.
Makeup Application Tips
While brushes are great favourites with expert artists, for rookies
they
can be difficult to use. The first step to effectively using a makeup
brush for application is to learn how to hold the brush right and
use the right strokes to blend efficiently. An easy way to learn
using a brush is start using a liquid foundation. Pour a small amount
on your hand and then pick up some with your brush and apply to
areas where you need coverage in small strokes. Start blending in
with each stroke till you have an even tone across your skin. Do
not dab the foundation on your skin directly and then use the brush
to blend. Also make sure you have the right brush for the right
part of the face. Each item of makeup has a different size and style
of brush for perfect application. Eyelid brushes have small pads
at either end of a piece of thin hard material. Lip makeup brushes
are designed with fine bristles to apply lipstick, gloss or lip
liner. Face brush is the biggest of makeup brushes. It is available
in different sizes with handles and bristles of varying sizes. Blusher
brush is soft and full and allows you to apply blush across the
cheeks in swift motions.
If you prefer sponges, make sure you opt for wedge-shaped ones.
Sponges are a great way to apply makeup because they cover a large
area quickly. It is a good idea to wet the sponge before use and
then put the product on it. It usually results in a dewy finish.
The best way to use a sponge is apply a rolling motion and not dabbing
one. If you end up using excessive product on your face, then don't
forget to pat your face with tissue to get rid of excess product
before applying a translucent finishing powder.
Your fingers are a good way to apply a makeup too, but remember
to use the product in very small quantities. However, in all likelihood
you will need a brush or sponge to evenly blend the product in.
Makeup Removal Rules
 Just
as applying makeup is an art, removing it correctly is equally important.
First thing to do is to pull your hair away from your face with
the help of a head band. Next, concentrate on your eye makeup removal
first. Moisten a cotton pad with your removal cream or lotion and
gently rub the eyelid till traces of the hue disappear. Now get
your cleanser (it must be suitable for your skin type) and wet your
face with warm water. Then apply the cleanser on your entire face
and lather up. Rinse a couple of times to ensure the makeup is removed
completely.
If you have to remove makeup on the go, make use of a special makeup
removal wet pipe. Most good quality pipes are not made from the
paper but from non-woven material like fabric which helps to remove
both normal and waterproof makeup efficiently.
But don't forget your cleansing routine once you get home if you
want your skin to look good forever.
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