Makeup tips and tricks

by Blondie

Want to transform yourself from a plain Jane into a foxy femme? The simplest way to completely change your look is with the right makeup. You don?t have to be a pro! Just follow these basic, fun makeup tips and tricks and you?ll totally turn heads.

Start your makeup routine with a fresh face. Wash and exfoliate your skin to make sure it's clean. Prepare yourself with a magnifying mirror and all the ideal tools - the right makeup brushes and first-rate products are essential. Then, prepare your canvas - your gorgeous face -- like any artist would. Pick a foundation that matches your natural skin tone. Use it to even out your tone and mask imperfections like dark spots, red patches and unattractive under eye circles. The choice way to apply foundation? A synthetic sponge. Use the sponge to dab and dot the foundation all over the face (and don't forget the eyelids!) and then blend, downward and outward. Excess product can be removed using the opposite side of the sponge. Whatever you do, skip your neck and chin area. Blend thoroughly, especially along the hairline and jawline, to avoid a serious makeup faux pas -- the "makeup mask".

Concealer is the next step to a fabulously flawless complexion. Ideally, concealer should be one or two shades lighter than your foundation. If you choose a shade that is too light, it will accentuate the dark patches on your face. Apply it in a small arc underneath the eyes and on the eyelids if necessary. Draw a criss-cross to conceal any redness. If you have a blemish, be sure to conceal on top of it, not the area around it. Then, make sure you dab or tap the makeup to blend it - don't rub it! Rubbing from side to side will actually remove the concealer. Dust a layer of powder over your entire face to reduce shine and continue to do so throughout the day for a quick touch-up. If you want to add a little color to your cheeks, try some blush. Brush down and back along the cheekbone, in an angle towards the ear.

Highlight your eyes with a simple coat of mascara. For added emphasis on your lashes, curl your lashes with an eyelash curler before applying mascara. Once curled, use an upward sweeping motion to brush the lashes with mascara. Bottom lashes can also receive a coat of mascara. If you're looking for a more dramatic look, consider using eyeshadow as well. The basic principle of eyeshadow is to use the lightest color on the entire eyelid, and a darker shade in the crease of the eyelid. However, experimenting with eyeshadow is a fun way to play with your look. Just remember that lighter colors will draw attention to the area and darker colors will add the appearance of depth. After eyeshadow, apply eyeliner. There are several eyeliner options available, but only choose a liquid liner if you have an unfaltering hand. Keep the liner super close to the lashline whether you're working on the top or bottom lid. Draw the line in one motion and follow the natural arc of the eye. Bigger eyelids require you to draw a bigger line to get the same effect as a smaller line on a smaller eyelid. And contact wearers beware - only apply eyeliner after your lenses!

Finally, pucker up and add some sexiness to your pout. If you want to go all out, try some lip liner and line the natural shape of your mouth. Then, apply lip stick using a lip brush. Lip brushes are lots easier to use than a tube of lipstick that may be too wide for a small mouth. If you like to keep it au naturale, apply a tasty chapstick or non-sticky lipgloss. Your lips will look naturally pink, soft and luscious.

Makeup is a super-easy, super-fun way to change up your look. After following these basic makeup tips and tricks, you can confidently go out into the night (or office, or on that dinner date)

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