How To Apply Makeup in Ten Minutes
You have a little more time to spend on your makeup. Let's see what a few extra steps can accomplish.Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: 10 minutes
Here's How:
1. Apply a cold compress to the eye area to reduce any puffiness.
2. Apply moisturizer.
3. Dot on foundation and blend. Using a sponge will help tremendously with this particular step. Check that there is no foundation line on neck.
4. Apply concealing cream to blemishes or dark circles using tip of fingers. Just a tiny bit is sufficient.
5. Brush brows into position. Check for holes in the brows from over-plucking.
6. Apply color to brows if necessary. A little hair gel will help hold them in place.
7. Apply eye shadow. A brush can offer a lot more control that a sponge applicator. To darken the color, simply add another layer of color. Each layer will intensify the shade.
8. Apply eye liner. There are lots of liners to choose from. If you have oily lids, a solid liner applied with a little water and a brush, works well.
9. Curl your lashes.
10. Apply mascara. Two layers are usually better than one. But be sure that you comb out any lumps that might build up.
11. Apply lip color. Using a brush will ensure a thinner coat lipstick and a prettier lip line.
12. Set makeup with a little loose powder and a fluffy brush.
13. Check your blush and add a tiny bit more if necessary.
Tips:
- Have a tiny pair of scissors close by to snip brows if necessary.
- For individual how-to on any of the above, see the how-to index.
- You might want to mix your dry eye shadow with a little water to make it last even longer.
