The right amount of make up can actually boost one’s self-esteem. I hate talking about “Inner-beauty” & also about other similar philosophical terms as i think it’s just a way we convince ourselves that it’s okay to NOT look presentable.Balance is the key,no?Back to the topic…
Here are some makeup essentials that i personally use & feel are important. PART I of the essentials which covers the primer,foundation,concealer,bronzer,highlighter/illuminator & brushes.I will be doing a PART II where the other essentials will be included.
PRIMER:
-Primer is used as a base .It’s used before you apply the foundation.
-Helps the foundation to stay longer on your skin,brightens the skin(Depends on the type of primer you choose) & also helps to control the oil secretion.
-Remember to moisturise your face before you use the primer.
The one i use:
NYX HD studio photogenic primer
Neutrogena Oil-free moisturiser for combination skin.
FOUNDATION:
So what does a foundation do?
-Evens out your skintone.
-Makes your skin look a little brighter ( Depends on the foundation you use)
-Doesn’t hide your flaws (pimples,marks etc) completely but might make it look lighter or they might seem less visible.
-A foundation is basically used to make your skin look even.There are various types of foundations available in the market,ranging from Rs.150- Rs.3000 or more.
How to choose your foundation?
-According to your skin type(Oily,combination or Dry)
-Skin tone
-The Type of effect you want.
-Coverage (Light,Medium or heavy)
The foundations i use:
Of course i do not use all these foundations mentioned below together.I prefer using the BB cream or any foundation with a light coverage on a daily basis.I also love to mix two foundations together to get the perfect shade for my skin tone.
-Revlon colorstay foundation in Warm Golden (Medium to heavy coverage)
-Revlon photoready foundation in Medium Beige (Medium coverage)
-Lakme invisible foundation in Shade 2 (Light coverage)
-Skin 79 BB Cream (Medium coverage)
CONCEALERS:
-Helps to cover flaws.
-Is used to cover marks,dark circles,pimples etc
-Always purchase a concealer 1 to 2 shades lighter than your foundation.
-Always purchase a concealer 1 to 2 shades lighter than your foundation.
-Concealers come in various forms:
Liquid or a thick paste or in a stick form.
The concealer i use:
(I do not use this on a daily basis and this one’s pretty old)
Revlon Photoready concealer
BRONZERS & HIGHLIGHTERS:
-Bronzers can be used to contour the face .Gives a structured look.
-Highlighters are used at the bridge of your nose or cheeks.Helps to elongate the nose & gives a dewy finish to your face.
Bronzers / highlighters i use:
I do not like blushes.Prefer bronzers/highlighters over them.
-Colorbar blush in Just Earth (which looks like a matte bronzer) in
-Etude house corset highlighter
BRUSHES & SPONGES FOR BLENDING:
-Blush brush
-Contouring brush
-Eyeshadow brush
-Fluffy brush ( for blending the eyeshadow)
– Eye Smudger
-Sponges for applying foundation or concealer around the eyes as it’s a delicate area and it’s better to use a sponge.
Brand:
-Vega professional makeup brushes
Remember that you can always apply the right amount of makeup & look flawless.Foundation shouldn’t be used as a concealer & vice versa.Foundation is just to even out the skin & concealer is to hide the marks.
Experiment with makeup.Invest in a good foundation .Use a concealer if you have dark circles.
