The Right Order for Application

Applying makeup in the correct order is just as significant as the makeup itself. It can directly impact the final look and determine how long your makeup lasts. Start off by cleansing your face, making sure the skin is clean is essential for a flawless makeup application. Following the cleansing, use a toner to balance your skin's pH levels and prepare the skin to receive the benefits of the products that you will apply later. Next, use a moisturizer to hydrate and soften your skin. Skip this step if you have oily skin. Then, depending on your skin type, use a primer. Primers help to create a smooth canvas for makeup and extend its longevity.

Once the primer has been applied, start with the base makeup. Foundation should be applied to even your skin tone. Remember, when choosing a foundation, it should match your skin tone exactly or be a half shade lighter. Apply foundation all over your face and blend it in well with a brush or sponge. Now, camouflage any skin imperfections like dark circles or blemishes using concealer. The color of your concealer should be one to two shades lighter than your foundation. Set the base with a setting powder so it lasts longer. The powder also helps to prevent creasing and caking.

Now you are ready for the colors. Start with the eyebrows because they frame the face and help guide the rest of the makeup. Use a brow pencil or powder that matches or is slightly lighter than your hair color. Moving on to the eyes, use eyeshadow colors that compliment your skin tone or experiment with bold colors if you like. To add definition, apply a liner and follow that up with a coat or two of mascara. Finally, add color to your cheeks with a blush and bring everything together by applying a lipstick that suits your overall look. Remember always to blend in the products well, and voila, you have nailed the perfect look.