Basic tools of makeup and some helpful tips
Jun 2nd, 2009 • Category: Health and Beauty |Tools of the trade:
1. Concealer: It is a great way to brighten up your face instantly. Use it everyday for fresh face d look and especially if you have had a late night.
2. Corrector: This usually comes in various tones. It will help those with extra dark circles to even out the color before applying a concealer.
3. Blemish cover stick: You can use this as a touch up stick too, when you feel that your makeup is wearing off on your scars or acne. You can also apply it after your foundation.
4. Foundation stick: It is designed for portability and adjustable coverage. Easy to apply, you can blend either all over the face or just where you need it.
5. Concealer brush: Shaped to reach into the tiniest corners and deposit the perfect amount of concealer. Also, to spot-apply blemish cover stick.
6. Touch up brush: This brush is ideal for touching up foundation and concealer.
Some helpful hints
• For the most natural look, choose yellow-based shades of concealer, foundation and powder.
• Under eye concealer should be one shade lighter than your skin tone. If the concealer looks too ashy, it is too light. If it looks too yellow, it is too dark. When a shade is skin tone correct, it will blend flawlessly and looks like your own skin.
• When you cover your under eye circles, you will be able to wear any color eyeshadow without causing your dark circles to be prominent.
• Using your fingers instead of a brush to apply a concealer is good option as heat from your body will warm up the makeup helping it to melt for easier application.