Since I told you last week the realistic costs of getting a celebrity look, there are minimalistic ways to achieve a smart, clean, polished look.You may not be gracing the red carpets of the world, but you may be running to that 8-4 every week day, so think of elegant minimalism.
You want to hit the key areas of the face and perfect the art of getting those areas right.
Although makeup still requires at least an hour of your time, that could be cut short, especially if you don’t have to pack on heavy foundation to cover damaged skin. That is why I always urge all women, and even men, to take daily care of your skin. Maintaining healthy skin is imperative to achieving the perfect look.
The reasons: the face is exposed to more environmental elements, such as bacteria, sun’s harmful rays as well as micro bacterial matter that can’t be seen by the naked eye.
We can’t walk around with a mask the way we wear clothing. Therefore it’s advisable that we protect our skin with moisturizers, Sun Proof Formulas (SPF) and other serums and creams.
Anyway, back to makeup. After prepping skin with all the right and suitable products, pay attention to the centre of the face, nose-bridge, laugh lines, chin, and forehead. Those are the areas that highlight naturally, so it’s safe to apply powder a shade lighter in those areas, and nowhere else!
Next, switch your focus to your eyes. It is said that “the eyes are the windows to the soul” and if the eyes are windows then think of the eye brows as the frame.
Your eyebrows can set the tone of your entire look. It can change the mood of your face and how people perceive you; heavy brows may translate as heavy person or masculine and lazy or unkempt brows can mean tired and lazy person.
Grooming your brows can be tricky. You should let a professional shape the brow, and let maintenance and touch ups be done by you every two weeks.
When filling in brows, start from the arch and lightly sweep brow pencil, or any other product of your choice outwards towards the tale of the brow. That’s where most of the product is needed. Brush brows with a spooly or brow brush and sweep outwards for a naturally manicured look.
Now to eyelashes. This is where the magic happens. Always choose a voluminous mascara, and try to use more than one mascara. When applying mascara apply as many coats as possible to the upper lashes.
It’s ok to drown your lashes in mascara. Wiggle at the base of lashes and gently sweep upwards. If you apply mascara correctly there would be no need for eyeliners. Eyes can look younger, brighter, and sophisticated.
For bottom lashes one or two coats mascara using the same technique is conducive and effective for a natural look.
For lips, a quick lip stain, applied by patting is suitable, quick and easy. If lip product is applied too thick or heavy, simply press lips between a tissue paper to remove any excess oil. Repeating is necessary. Gently apply powder around the lips and reapply on the nose and forehead with a powder puff or sponge. Sweep excess powder off with a powder brush. Look in the mirror, smile, and face the day!