How to put on beautiful makeup if you don’t know how

Makeup helps girls emphasize all the advantages of facial beauty and hide certain flaws. If you know how to paint your eyes correctly, you can highlight their depth and brightness, make your look more languid or dramatic.

How to apply eye shadow correctly

The first thing that is important to remember is that you need to use high-quality cosmetics. Any cheap shadows (regardless of whether they are liquid or pressed) tend to crease in the creases of the eyelid. This looks extremely sloppy and spoils the overall image. The second thing you need to focus on is the base. Without foundation and powder coating, the colors of the shadows will be inexpressive.

How to paint eyes with shadows

1. The base is applied to the skin first. Instead, you can use nude shadows or powder. Let us immediately note that by base we mean a foundation or a special base for makeup; Makeup with smoley eyes shadows
2. Next, white shades of shadow are applied to the skin of the moving eyelid, and they should also be applied under the eyebrow. This will make the eyes more expressive and all other colors that will be painted on top of the light layer will look brighter;
3. If you use shadows with shimmer, you should not just shade them, but work them into the skin. It is most convenient to use a flat shadow brush. To work with classic pressed shadows, a regular small sponge will do. They need to apply the base color to the upper eyelid;
4. To visually make your eyes more expressive and give your eyes an open look, you need to add a little shine to the corner. This could be a touch of highlighter or just a drop of white eyeshadow;
5. Regardless of the shape, it's important to darken the outer corner to add drama without making the look too busy. To do this, combine two dark colors (brown and black, blue and black, etc.), and apply them strictly along the eyelash growth line with a beveled thin brush. Afterwards, like a liner, a thin tail is drawn beyond the movable eyelid; Shading shadows
6. All that remains is to apply mascara and fill in your eyebrows.

Shadow application scheme

Why should you mix two dark colors rather than just one? Most drama shades look garish on their own, and some (brown) can even add age or redness. To avoid this, they are combined with each other.

How to apply makeup with a pencil

If previously it was recommended to paint your eyes with either a white or black pencil, now it is correct to use any shades. The brighter the more interesting. This is a huge scope for imagination, because you can choose the right option for any color. But the most popular ones are still black, brown and dark blue.

How to apply makeup with a pencil step by step:

1. The pencil is used in almost the same way as the liner. Under no circumstances draw one line from the inner corner to the outer one. It is unlikely to turn out smooth and neat, much less symmetrical;
2. The pencil is applied only with thin, light strokes. The tail is removed at the end of the process, so first all attention is paid to the thin line of eyelash growth. Try to work with a sharpened pencil to make it as invisible as possible. Later you can give it the required thickness; Lining the upper eyelid with a pencil
3. To ensure that pencil strokes look uniform, they must be lightly shaded with an angled brush. And only after this the tip of the arrow is extended; Lower eyelid lining
4. To open up the look, apply a little highlighter to the lower eyelid. As an alternative, you can use a white or shiny light pencil (in this case, its pigment will need to be thoroughly rubbed); Eyeliner with light pencil
5. After applying mascara, the hollow at the inner side of the upper eyelid is emphasized with shadows, and the line of the eyebrows is highlighted.

It is not recommended to apply a dark color to the bottom - this will make the look tired, and the eyes will visually narrow unattractively. The only option when this is acceptable is with oriental themed makeup.

How to paint wings on your eyes correctly

Classic arrows suit almost all girls. They are the basis of the favorite makeup of Marilyn Monroe, Dita Von Teese and many other symbols of seductiveness. Despite its apparent simplicity, a clear line with an elegant tail is quite difficult to draw.

Schemes of arrows on the eyes

Instructions on how to make arrows in the style of Kylie Jenner:

1. You need to apply a light base to the upper eyelid. We recommend using dry eye shadow or powder. To make the eyes appear more open, shadows of a darker color are also applied to the hollow of the upper eyelid. After this shadow is shaded;
2. Pearlescent shadows are applied to the main part of the eyelid over the base. They should also be applied to the corner of the bridge of the nose and under the eyebrows. This will make the image more harmonious;
3. The liner is used to paint the eyelash growth line. To do this, use the edge of the brush to apply thin small strokes up to a third of the eyelid. To learn how to draw arrows beautifully, you need to do them exclusively with your eyes open. This way, the curvature or unevenness will be immediately noticeable;
4. The ponytail is drawn at an angle of 45 degrees relative to the lash line. Then a thin line is drawn from its extreme tail up to a third of the century. It is painted over with eyeliner or pencil;
5. The rest of the eyelid is also painted over with thin strokes. The most inconspicuous lines should be in the corner of the eye;
6. Next, eyelashes are painted. But Kylie often uses extensions (by the way, they can also be painted with mascara). Then they will look very natural.

How to draw arrows Draw arrows on the eyes

Learning to apply eyeliner

With eyeliner you can draw on yourself not only thin “cat-like” arrows, but also spectacular art. They are fundamentally different from thin and ultra-thin in their shape and size. Considered incredibly popular thanks to the style trend of the 80s and 90s.

Tips on how to paint with liner for beginners:

1. Regardless of the type of eyeliner (matte, glossy, liquid, pencil, etc.), it is applied only to a powder base. Otherwise, the line will be smeared and imprinted on the upper fold of the eyelid;
2. All girls face problems with “different” arrows. To avoid this, you need to apply makeup only with your eyes open. Please note that even templates will not help in this case: the eye sockets have different shapes, which are especially noticeable when painting the arrows;
3. To properly apply liner to your eyes, you cannot draw one continuous line. The strokes are painted first, and only then are they connected to each other;
4. The most important rule when working with eyeliner is that the first line should be as thin as possible. If necessary, it can be thickened, but it cannot be made thinner. You will have to completely wash off your makeup.

How to paint with mascara

Without applying mascara, eye makeup will not be complete. This is a unique cosmetic product that, even on its own, can make your eyes look spectacular and bright. It is best to use black and brown mascara, although you can adapt to using brighter shades: blue, green, purple.

How to apply mascara to your eyelashes step by step:

1. The hair needs to be curled. To do this, you can use tweezers, but if you don’t have them at hand, you can even put them on your finger. To do this, the index finger is applied horizontally to the upper eyelid and the eyelashes are smoothed in its direction;
2. It is important to color the hairs on the inside of the eye first. The brush with mascara is directed parallel to the eyelash growth line and drawn from the very roots to the tips. Depending on the consistency of this cosmetic, two or more layers may be required; The principle of applying mascara step by step
3. The lower eyelashes must be painted. To do this, make progressive circular movements with the brush. From roots to ends, the paint is applied with gentle movements;
4. Finally, you need to apply an additional layer of mascara to the roots - this will extend the “durability” of the curls. If some hairs are stuck together, they are simply combed out with a brush or tweezers. Curling the ends

Step-by-step instructions on how to apply makeup for different eye shapes

Depending on the shape, there are different technologies for applying shadows and liner. Small manipulations will allow you to create first-class makeup yourself. Any master can, with the help of small strokes, emphasize the most advantageous features of the eyes and hide any imperfections.

Video: how to paint your eyes correctly, says an expert

Makeup for drooping eyelids

When the eyelids droop, the eyes immediately become visually smaller, this gives extra age and creates the effect of “chronic” fatigue. By carefully darkening the problem area, you can not only immediately become younger and refresh your image.

Master class on how to apply makeup to drooping eyes:

1. The base is applied to the upper eyelid, the lower eyelid is lined with a light pencil or highlighter. The fold of skin at the outer corner is carefully shaded with brown shadows or liner;
2. The brown shade is stretched to a third of the lower eyelid; a tail is made at the corner to create a small arrow. Professionals shade the shadows or pencil with a brush, but at home you can use a sponge;
3. To beautifully darken the overhanging part of the eyelid, apply a dark shade of eyeshadow on top of it, as close as possible to the natural palette. It blends out very well. Beige light shadows are applied to the outer part and also blended;
4. To make it look as natural as possible, the shadows of the two shades are gently mixed together. This will ensure a transition from light to dark;
5. Only after this is an arrow drawn on the outer corner. To do this, it is best to use a dark shade of eyeshadow: brown, graphite gray or another of your choice;
6. If the eyelids droop a lot, but you also need to create a reflective accent on top of the darkened crease. To do this, pearl-colored shadows or shimmer are applied under the eyebrows and before the beginning of the darkened area;
7. A thin line of black eyeliner is drawn along the lash line. The lower eyelid can be tinted with a bright liner. It is selected depending on the color of the eyes;
8. The corners are brightened with highlighter. It also tints the area under the lower eyelid.

Protruding and large eyes

If almond-shaped eyes do not cause their owners any problems at all, then girls with convex and overly large eye sockets have to visually narrow them all the time.

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How to properly make up bulging round eyes:

1. A clear black outline is applied to the cream base. The easiest way to create it is with eyeliner. The liner line is shaded with a beveled hard sponge or brush to create a spectacular tip;
2. The moving part of the eyelid is covered with a matte, calm shade of shadow. Additionally, the fold under the eyebrow is lightened;
3. Afterwards, just a little dark is applied on top of the light color. You shouldn’t completely darken your eyes - this will give extra emphasis to the convex part;
4. Only after this is the classic arrow drawn with a dark liner. Some makeup artists use black shadows for such purposes, which are applied with a very small and thin moistened brush;
5. Using a brush, small upward strokes are made, the shadows seem to stretch towards the middle of the eye. This will darken the moving eyelid and make it as neat as possible;
6. Apply highlighter or shadows with shimmer to the corners;
7. Now a light natural eyelash shadow is created from the middle of the lower eyelid. This is most conveniently done with the same shadows that were used for the base on the upper part. Be sure to emphasize the lower rim of the eye. To do this, you need to outline it with a gray or dark beige pencil. It is unacceptable to use light shades.

Painting narrow and small eyes

Slanted or narrow eyes most often have a small shape. But despite this, with the right makeup they look incredibly impressive and beautiful.

Makeup for narrow eyes

How to properly make up oriental eyes at home:

1. The entire moving eyelid is worked on with the lightest shade. Ideally, it should be close to porcelain or white;
2. After this, the skin is covered with mother-of-pearl or shimmer;
3. A thin line is applied with a liner to the inner corner of the eye and the outer part. Next, select a cool shade of brown and apply it to the upper fold of the eyebrow;
4. Now the most interesting point. The painting scheme for narrow eyes is radically different from all those described above. In particular, the fact that the fold between the movable eyelid and the eyebrow is emphasized by a thin line of dark color. It needs to be created with the eye open, so at first you will have to practice a little;
5. This “bird” stretches the tail, it remains open. Then a second arrow is drawn from the middle of the eye to the outer corner, and its tail will cover the upper eyelid. Naturally, the lines are shaded according to the growth of the eyelashes;
6. Afterwards, the eyes are lined in a classic (cat-like) way with liquid eyeliner. All that remains is to add a little mascara and gloss under the lower eyelid.

Evening smokey eye is done according to the same scheme, but brighter colors are selected for it.

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Deep-set eyes

The main problem with deep-set eyes is excess volume above the upper fold. If the eyelids are sunken, then the eye socket is “lost” under them. Here it is important to darken not the fold itself, but the space above it.

Deep-set eyes

Instructions on how to do daytime makeup for deep-set eyes:

1. For this type, the optimal color scheme is beige-brown with a small splash of red. This will create the most natural shadow;
2. A dark shadow is applied over the problematic crease. It is shaded at a slight angle, as if stretching the eye. The same shade is applied in very small quantities under the lower eyelid;
3. To prevent your eyes from looking tired, a thin classic liner is painted along the eyelashes. This subtle outline will also help lift the outer corner, giving it a slight stretch;
4. For the winged line on the upper eyelid, it is best to use liquid eyeliner, but do not extend the tip. This will only emphasize the hollowness. Leave it sort of uncovered. Emphasize the lower lash line from the middle to the edge with a dark shaded line;
5. A small amount of glitter is applied to the inner corner. For deep-set eyes, we recommend working exclusively with matte shadows in a natural palette - this will make you look much more natural than when using flashy shades;
6. Afterwards mascara is applied and eyebrows are drawn in. Please note that the eyebrow area should not be highlighted either. Leave it practically untouched (except for foundation).

Shadows according to eye color

According to all the laws of color, if you use the “correct” shades in the shadows, you can achieve an incredible effect: the color will become bright, expressive, and deep.

Shadows according to eye color

Brown eyes

Dark, cool shades suit brunettes very well. These are purple, lilac and the whole range of blue. For daytime makeup, we recommend paying attention to delicate lilac tones and matte beige (they are natural and suitable for everyone).

Eyeshadow palette for brown eyes

Greens

For girls with such a unique color, shadows with a reddish pigment are suitable. These are brown, red, peach and other “warm” shades. Red and pinkish palettes look especially cool.

Palette for green eyes

Gray and gray blue

These are almost perfect colors. Almost all shades are suitable for their owners, including black and dark gray.

Shadows for gray and gray-green eyes

Blue

Light gray shades of eyeshadow, yellowish, beige and pearlescent are suitable for all blondes. Black and dark gray liners would be ideal for eyeliner. But it is better to avoid brown and bright shades.

Eyeshadow for blue eyes

The world of makeup is bright, captivating and endless, like the Universe, and it is not surprising that it is easy to get lost in it - especially for those who are just taking their first steps in it.

I don’t know how to put on makeup at all, but I really want to learn. Where do I begin?

The main rule is that there are no rules. Each person can dispose of his own face as he pleases, and if you want something specific from your makeup - for example, black lipstick or cheerful glitter all over your face - there are no obstacles to self-expression.

It's obvious. Is there any proven scheme for beginners?

The classic scheme is this. The first step is to even out the complexion and cover up what in beauty slang is delicately called “imperfections” (circles under the eyes, pimples, post-acne, hyperpigmentation). Then blush for a fresh look. Then - eyebrows: you can paint them over so that the appearance is more contrasting and the face looks more neat, and styled. Then mascara and pencil along the contour of the eyelid (to make the eyes look wide open), and then continue with all the stops.

How do I know what suits me?

Data on suitable colors, the shape of arrows and lips, and facial correction are obtained experimentally. It is very useful to go to a makeup artist at least once. An outside perspective can be useful even for experienced cosmetics users and experimenters: there is a great chance to see your face completely differently and try new techniques. Nowadays, many makeup artist schools and studios offer short intensive makeup courses “for yourself.” For example, the favorite of Western bloggers Daria Kholodnykh and her ChillyDash studio, Irina Mitroshkina, Bling Blings stores. You can simply go for a make-up tutorial at the corner of a good professional brand - for example, MAC, Bobbi Brown and the Chanel beauty boutique have them. They are either free or cost quite a lot of money, and, say, in the MAC corner you can buy the cosmetics you like using the amount you paid for the lesson. And, of course, if there is no opportunity or desire to go to a makeup artist, it is more than possible to learn makeup using step-by-step tutorials: the videos made by Lancôme creative director for makeup Lisa Eldridge and YouTube star Elena Krygina are considered the most useful and reasonable, but also by less famous bloggers come across clear and good videos. One day spent watching videos on the smokey eyes technique, and with the result of self-education, you can safely go to the party.

I'm already going to the store to buy some foundation. What do I need to know?

Foundation for a neophyte is easy to apply and blend - most likely, it will not have a very dense coverage. Tinted moisturizers, cushions and BB creams do a good job, especially in European versions (Asian ones are thicker) - it’s almost impossible to overdo them, and easy to layer if necessary. However, almost always, instead of layering, the following scheme works better: a light foundation for the entire face plus a thinly shaded concealer for the notorious imperfections.

Is it really possible to choose the right color in a store?

Yes. You need to choose the tone not on your hand, as consultants usually advise, and not even on your neck (although this is a compromise), but on your face. Only after spending several hours in foundation can you understand how suitable it is for you - whether it oxidizes, clogs pores, runs off your face and causes dryness. It’s ideal to take a sample of your shade or come to the store with a tiny jar and pour yourself two or three servings of the product from the tester. You can do it even simpler - come to the store without makeup and apply the product right there. For obvious reasons, all this is impossible in the case of cushions - only samples will help here, alas.

Estée Lauder Double Wear Nude, 3500 rub. A very worthy new product: the cream is long-lasting, easy and convenient to apply with a sponge (it can be removed and washed), the coverage density is adjustable, you can correct your makeup on the go

Sephora Wonderful Cushion, RUR 1,490. More and more European brands are making their own versions of cushion, and this one turned out to be successful: the tone is translucent, radiant and invisible on the skin

Erborian BB Creme Nude, from 1350 rub. The ideal foundation for most who have tried it - blends into the skin, covers everything you need, without turning your face into a death mask

Everything is clear with the tone, but concealer - do I really need it?

Necessary if you need correction of circles under the eyes and/or have serious post-acne or inflammation that you want to hide. These needs are served by different products, and not at the whim of marketers: the circles under the eyes are covered with a lighter shade than the rest of the face, and often concealers for this area have a peach or salmon undertone (it hides blueness better). In addition, concealers for the under-eye area tend to be moisturizing, since the skin there can easily become dry—and products designed to conceal blemishes and pimples often have anti-inflammatory properties.

If the choice of concealer for the face is more or less simple (it should be as close as possible to the color of the skin), then with a product for the area under the eyes there are many nuances. Usually, makeup artists advise choosing it a tone lighter than your skin, but a whole number of factors are important here: how dark the circles under your eyes are, what shade they are (more like purple or more like brown), how dry your skin is, and how active your facial expressions are, after all. An almost universal option is pen-shaped concealers with a brush applicator (the most famous among these is YSL Touche Eclat). They are typically reflective, have a sheer coverage, and are multi-functional—they can be used as a highlighter and are an easy way to freshen up your makeup mid-day. But we must take into account that they will not completely cover serious circles under the eyes.

Sisley Phyto-Cernes Eclat, from 6300 rub. This concealer, for its considerable price, is designed to solve all the problems of the area under the eyes: the components in the composition fight wrinkles and swelling, the peach shade covers dark spots, and the metal tip drains

Make Up For Ever Full Cover, RUR 2,140. A favorite among makeup artists, this thick, pigmented concealer can completely cover everything, including even tattoos. Has an anti-inflammatory effect

Veil Cosmetics Illuminating Complexion Fix, 2990 rub. A good example of a concealer-highlighter in a pen: the product really does its job, layers well, does not crease or dry out the skin

Do I need contouring?

In the last couple of years, the words "contouring" and "strobing" have become major names in the makeup world. The idea is simple and, in general, not bad - by deepening natural shadows (under the cheekbones, along the contour of the face) and highlighting areas on which the light falls (cheekbones, bridge of the nose, contour of the upper lip) to make the face more expressive. However, excessive zeal has led to the fact that the entire Instagram is filled with women with ritual stripes all over their faces, and makeup is no longer considered makeup if it does not contain products that optically change the shape of the face.

Is it possible to do contouring quickly?

Double-sided cream sticks are especially easy to use (for example, NYX, Maybelline, Dior made these) - spread on one side, spread on the other and off you go. However, despite the fact that the sculptor and the highlighter usually go in pairs, like Tarapunka and Shtepsel, they do not have to be used together at all - they are also good separately. The highlighter will add freshness to any makeup, and the sculptor (it should be grayish and in no case red) will add drama and visually remove five kilograms of weight.

Dior Diorblush Light & Contour, from 3200 rub. The double-sided sculpting stick is a limited-edition new product from Dior, presented as the know-how of Peter Philips. Available in three shades - you can do both soft natural contouring and “kardashianizing”

Dr. Jart+ Illuminating Brush, RUR 4,875 Highlighter for the most modest - gives a soft pearly glow, can be used as a base for makeup. A convenient applicator brush through which the highlighter is applied allows you to immediately shade it

IsaDora Strobing Highlighting Stick, from 900 rub. A successful new product in the middle market: a golden highlighter in a stick that is easy to shade or layer until it looks like a disco ball

I have some blush, but I don’t really understand what to do with it.

Blush is a great and sadly underrated cosmetic product: many consider it the most optional part of makeup, but it adds 5 hours of sleep and 100 points of freshness. You can play with the shade of blush (like any other color product) in any way you like - it can match the makeup or work in contrast with it, be the main accent or support the overall mood of the makeup. If you want the most natural color possible, then you can use the old folk method - pinch yourself on the cheek and choose a shade that is as close as possible to the one that will result from this simple operation.

Holika Holika Gudetama Jelly Dough Blusher, from 880 rub. The perfect blush - it is impossible to make a mistake with the shade (there are two of them, both are good) or make up unevenly (apply with the included sponge, layer and shade as desired). Bonus - packaging in the form of a lazy Gudetama yolk

Nouba Blush on Bubble, from 1000 rub. This baked blush is pigmented enough to last half a lifetime, blends easily, and applies well even with a less-than-ideal brush.

Smashbox L.A. Lights Blendable Lip and Cheek Color, RUR 2,150. Beautiful and very convenient cream blush in sticks can also be used as a lip tint. There are many shades; in addition to a variety of blushes, there are highlighters and bronzers

Now the most difficult part is the eyes. How are they generally drawn?

An eyeliner or eyeliner can do makeup in record time: sweeping, fatal wings, a colored accent or just a neatly emphasized upper eyelid change the whole look. At first glance, it seems that arrows are a sacred skill, available only to those who got an A in geometry at school, but in reality everything is simpler. With a good, moderately soft eyeliner it is almost impossible to make a mistake - just draw a line along the eyelid, and then correct its contour and tail with an angled thin brush. Eyeliner is a little more difficult, but can also be done: for beginners, it’s usually easiest to draw with gel eyeliner (it’s sold in jars) and the same angled brush. Also good are eyeliners whose tip is not an applicator, but a brush that tapers towards the end (Kat Von D and Clinique make these).

Clinique Pretty Easy, from 1500 rub. This eyeliner, with which even the crooked hands draw arrows, has only one drawback: it exists only in two shades, black and brown

Givenchy Khol Couture Waterproof, from 1400 rub. The brand's new automatic pencils are bright, pigmented and long-lasting. They twist out and do not require sharpening, but if you want a fine line, there is a sharpener hidden on the back of the pencil

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner, 2040 rub. Gel eyeliner in a jar will require the purchase of a separate brush, but the brush will still be useful, and the eyeliner is very good - pigmented, flexible and many beautiful shades

What to do with eye shadow?

First, let's look at primers - bases for a variety of makeup. Primers come in color correcting, pore-hiding, mattifying and moisturizing primers. All have different goals, but all extend the life of the foundation that goes on top. A base is far from an obligatory element of a neophyte’s cosmetic bag, but anyone who plans to paint their eyes should get an eyelid primer: with a good base, shadows and pencils apply brighter and shade better, do not crease, and retain their original appearance much longer. Lipstick, as a rule, also adheres better to the primer, and it prevents lip gloss from spreading.

NYX HD Eyeshadow Base, RUR 520 A translucent flesh-colored base can be worn on its own: it evens out the eyelid and hides blood vessels. Well, the shadows on it are perfectly shaded and stay on.

Urban Decay Ultimate Ozone Multipurpose Primer Pencil, RUR 1,290 This great brand has every product that is a hit - but for some reason this excellent lip primer is not well known enough

Rouge Bunny Rouge Metamorphoses, RUR 3,920. A light mattifying base visually gives the notorious “blur effect” - you can use it yourself or extend the life of your foundation

Let's talk about shadows already!

There is such scope for imagination here that you can get confused: everything is so beautiful and varied. However, you can start with the simplest thing - for example, with a palette of neutral shades like Urban Decay Naked Basics (or Naked, if you want a little more variety), or with creamy light shadows that are easy to apply with your finger. The most versatile shade is a slightly shiny light beige (it is often called champagne, but we know that champagne is not that at all). It instantly opens up your eyes if you apply it all over your eyelid or at least in the corners of your eyes. If you want more sophistication, you can shade a darker shade in the crease of the eyelid, and then have fun as you please.

Armani Eye Tint, from 2800 rub. A blogger-favorite creamy eyeshadow that applies perfectly with the included applicator. Beautifully complex shades can be used as a liner or applied all over the lid, mixed or worn individually

Essence Shape & Shadows Eye Contouring Palette, from 450 rub. Fun and affordable German brand Essence made this palette together with British blogger Strikeapose - it's a great basic set for eyelids and brows

Clarins Ombre Matte/Ombre Iridescente, RUR 1,650. Cream shadows from the French brand apply equally well with your finger, brush and left foot, and their successful shades are easy to mix together

It's clear. What should you know about mascara?

The division into voluminous, lengthening and separating mascaras is somewhat outdated: modern technologies, as a rule, try to offer everything at once. In general, mascara is the simplest and at the same time the most difficult category when it comes to advice: some people like silicone brushes that separate and comb eyelashes well, others like classic fluffy ones, and it’s almost impossible to guess which one will be convenient for you. Fortunately, most new products come out not only in full-size, but also in miniature versions, which can be received as a gift with a purchase or in a beauty box with a subscription. In addition, very often successful mascara can be found in the mass market, so the trial and error method here will not bring any harm or financial loss.

Chanel Dimensions de Chanel, from 2500 rub. The brand's new mascara meets all the requirements of the time - it separates, curls, adds volume and can create fanned eyelashes, if necessary.

Maybelline The Colossal Volum" Express 100% Black, from 450 rub. The overlords of the mass market, Maybelline, have been producing different types of The Colossal mascara for many years, and they turn out one better than the other.

YSL Volume Effet Faux Cils, from 2500 rub. The famous mascara “with the effect of false eyelashes” was re-released last year with a new formula. Adds volume, separates, flatters everyone and (yay!) comes in several vibrant shades

So far everything is clear. It’s just not clear what to do with the eyebrows.

The fashion for wide natural eyebrows has given rise to a huge number of products for these same eyebrows. The most convenient ones are tinting gels: they lightly color the hairs and style them. If you want to make your eyebrows brighter or they have bald spots and scars, you can first fill them in with a pencil or eye shadow (there are special eye shadows, but no one forbids using eye shadow for this purpose that is close in tone to the hairs). The shade of the eyebrow product should be slightly lighter than the hairs themselves - if you highlight black eyebrows with a black pencil, you risk drawing Isabella Rossellini on yourself in the movie “Wild at Heart”.

Tom Ford Brow Sculptor, 3800 rub. Luxurious, like everything from Ford, an eyebrow pencil with an interesting trapezoidal shape allows you to draw both fine lines and fill in the eyebrows with a wide side. A special joy - cool shades without reddishness

Benefit Gimme Brow, 2050 rub. Fiber gel not only paints and fixes eyebrows, but also makes them fuller, filling voids with tiny hairs - one Gimme Brow can replace pencil, shadow and eyebrow gel

Wycon Brow Fix & Define, RUR 499 Transparent fixing gel for eyebrows is a useful thing even with perfect eyebrows that do not need any tricks in the form of shadows and pencils

What's good in the world of lipsticks and lip glosses?

In order to evenly apply lipstick, even a beginner doesn’t need anything other than a mirror, cotton swabs and a bottle of micellar water, so you can start experimenting with absolutely any color you like. The most convenient to use are lipstick pencils - a lot of them appeared after the success of the Clinique Chubby Stick: they are convenient for both tinting the contour and actually painting the lips. Lipstick in a classic stick, if the color is bright or dark, may require a brush and/or pencil for super-precise application. Among the glosses, you can choose those that are oil-based (YSL Tint-in-Oil, Lancôme Juicy Shaker): they do not smear, moisturize the lips well and cannot be overdone with them - or stains that are absorbed into the lips and allow the owner not to peek in the mirror every ten minutes.

MAC Versicolour Stain, 1750 rub. A recent product from an outstanding professional brand is a pigmented, long-lasting stain that applies smoothly and does not dry out the lips.

NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil, RUR 2,049 Usually lipstick pencils are thick and can be twisted out, but these ones, with a thinner diameter, are much more convenient for drawing an outline. In addition, NARS has a large assortment and incredibly beautiful shades

Lancôme Juicy Shaker, from RUR 1,750 This two-phase oil-based lip gloss needs to be shaken before use, like a real cocktail shaker - and it's as fun as doing your makeup.

Do I need any additional tools?

The most devastating part of our program is the tools. For almost any makeup you will need brushes, and the brushes must be good (in 90% of cases it is better to immediately forget about those that are included in boxes of cosmetics). Good brushes, as a rule, are not cheap, but they will pay for themselves many times over - beautiful makeup can be done with any, even a very inexpensive brand, but without normal brushes the chances of successful shading drop sharply. The minimum set is a blush brush (and powder, if you use one), a flat eyeshadow brush, an eyeshadow blending brush, and an angled brush. The lip brush is optional, but it will make life a lot easier if you want to wear bright lipsticks.

It is cheaper to buy brushes in sets (they are made, for example, by L'Etoile Selection as part of seasonal collections and MAS for the New Year) - there is a risk that their quality will be slightly worse than brushes from the permanent collection, but the difference for non-professionals is insignificant. Good brushes are made by professional brands (Make Up For Ever, MAC) and those who specialize in tools (Japonesque, Zoeva and Morphe Brushes, not represented in Russia, Real Techniques, which recently came to us). Very good brushes can be found at L'Etoile Selection - they are made in the same factory as MAC.

Does the beauty blender really work?

Any foundation applies better with the Beauty Blender sponge than without it: a normal foundation will look good, a good foundation will look perfect. No one has yet figured out the secret of the notorious pink egg, despite hundreds and thousands of attempts to repeat its success. In general, you can buy any sponge - fortunately only the lazy haven’t made them now - but we can only vouch for this one.

Maybe something else?

Another important tool is an eyelash curler, which to the untrained eye looks like a torture device. If your eyelashes are straight (and especially if they are long and straight), the curler works like magic: once - and your eyes are open, you can even do without mascara. You need to select curlers according to the shape of your eye - ideal ones should fit snugly to the eye and capture all the eyelashes in one movement. Shu Uemura is considered the best eyelash curler, but MAC, for example, makes an option no worse. And you can start with H&M: their good tongs cost as much as a cup of coffee, and will last much longer.

But the main tool in makeup (here we enter the shaky ground of preaching) is not brushes or even sponges, but your own imagination. Makeup is fun, fun and has endless possibilities. Makeup allows you to tell stories and learn something new about yourself - and this is much more important and interesting than a covered pimple and circles under the eyes.

For girls who are just learning how to wear makeup, the process of applying makeup can seem daunting due to the huge selection of makeup products available. Step-by-step instructions for beginners in this case will help to structure information both about the purpose of each stage and about their correct sequence.

Makeup stages

To create a harmonious makeup, you need to follow the steps in a strict order so that each layer does not overshadow or blur the previous ones, but serves as their complement.

Some can be skipped in cases of light makeup, but not swapped.

1. Cleansing the face from the remnants of old cosmetics and sebum; toning. This way the makeup will fit much better.
2. Applying moisturizer and base. This item is not required, but is desirable to maintain skin health and evenness.
3. Applying foundation for a uniform skin color; eliminating defects with concealer.
4. Face sculpting - emphasizing the desired features with blush, highlighter, etc.
5. Eyebrow shaping.
6. Applying makeup to the eyes in this order: eyelids (base, then shadows), wings/liner, eyelashes.
7. Shaping lips, applying lipstick.
8. Consolidation.

Facial preparation and toning

Many people don’t know how to apply makeup correctly (for beginners, applying makeup step by step is the best option).

Inexperienced and even experienced girls often forget about the preparatory stage:

1. Wash with warm water. It is possible to use moisturizing/cleansing lotions or special milk for washing.
2. Apply a tonic to a cotton pad (available in most cosmetics stores for different skin types) and rub evenly into the skin with massaging movements. You don’t have to use tonic, but it will make your face look fresher.
3. Apply a thin layer of moisturizer.
4. Wait a few minutes to allow the products to absorb and begin to work.

Applying base and foundation

At this stage, a “background” is created for subsequent makeup:

1. Distribute the base for cosmetics over the skin of the face. If the skin is of normal type, then you can limit yourself to cream; in other cases, a base is desirable.
2. Apply foundation to face and a little to neck for an even transition. The foundation can be thick or light, depending on the purpose of the makeup and skin defects.
3. Remove excess cream.
4. Use concealer to hide pimples and other minor imperfections.

Step by step eyebrow shaping

There are several eyebrow products:

All of them have their place, but for beginners, a pencil or lipstick is recommended, as they are easier to adjust.

The shadows are more durable, but if the stroke is unsuccessful, it will be more difficult to correct the makeup:

1. Remove excess hairs near the eyebrows.
2. Smooth with a special brush.
3. Outline the edge of the eyebrow.
4. Paint the interior using the hatching method.
5. Use a cotton swab dipped in makeup remover to remove excess.
6. Brush your eyebrows again with a brush.

Eye makeup with shadows, mascara and eyeliner

Experts tell you how to apply makeup correctly (for beginners, step by step, you should consider complete eye makeup, which will be described below).

60% of girls start their first makeup, paying more attention to the eyes:

1. Apply the base to the eyelids, and secure on top with light shadows of a crumbly structure.
2. Apply a layer of shadows of the main color, if desired, add darker shades closer to the outer corner of the eye. Shadows for this stage do not have to be crumbly; you can also use a creamy structure.
3. Shade.
4. Line the upper eyelid with a pencil, marker or eyeliner. You need to apply the product along the lash line or as close to it as possible. You can also line the lower eyelid, but this does not suit all girls and makes the look heavier.
5. Mark the position of the end of the arrow with a dot and connect it to the place where the eyeliner ended.
6. If necessary, make the arrow thicker.
7. Remove excess.
8. Apply mascara to the eyelashes using gentle movements from top to bottom, starting from the inner corner of the eye and moving towards the outer corner. You can make a twisting motion at the ends.
9. If necessary, apply 2 layers of mascara.
10. Comb your eyelashes with a dry brush (if available).

Lip makeup for beginners

You can apply gloss (light version) or lipstick to your lips.

If choosing gloss is much easier, then the overall impression of makeup depends on the color of the lipstick:

1. Do not combine too rich a tone with bright shadows.
2. Shades of orange and brown are not suitable for yellow teeth.
3. When choosing lipstick in a store, do not hesitate to use a sampler to see how well it matches your face and eye color.

A pencil is also useful for drawing the outline of the lips, which will give them a pleasant shape. In cases of light makeup or with fairly voluminous lips, you can do without it.

Applying lipstick:

1. Use a pencil to outline your lips, starting from the dimple in the middle of your upper lip. Then outline the center of the lower lip, and then the edges. The line should not deviate from the natural contour, but emphasize it.
2. Blend the pencil using movements from the edges towards the lips.
3. Apply lipstick. As with a pencil, first apply color to the center of the lip, and then spread the lipstick to the corners. It is more convenient to start with the lower lip.
4. Remove excess with a napkin.
5. You can apply 2 layers.

Sculpting, blush application

Proper sculpting plays a significant role, so beginners should practice doing it:

1. Using the corrector, draw 2 lines on both sides of the bridge of the nose - from the eyebrows to the tip of the nose. The lines can start a little higher or lower, depending on how much you want to lengthen the nose.
2. Determine the hollow under the cheekbone by drawing an imaginary line from the ear to the lips. The recess should be somewhere on this line.
3. Use bronzer to darken the cheekbone and areas near the upper eyelids. They also outline the oval of the face: from above along the forehead along the hairline and from below along the chin.
4. Using a highlighter, lighten the bridge of the nose (between the already prepared lines), the center of the forehead, the inner corners of the eyes and cheekbones.
5. Blend everything with brushes.
6. Apply a little blush to the area above the previously darkened hollow with a brush to complete the contouring.

Setting makeup

How to apply makeup correctly (for beginners, the step-by-step process was described above) is not the only question girls have. There is a lot of interest in how to fix makeup.

To make the cosmetics last longer, you need to apply a layer of powder at the end using a brush or sponge. During the day, you can powder your face again if you feel like your makeup is starting to smear.

Another way to fix is ​​to use thermal water. You need to spray it near your face and plunge into this cloud so that the product covers the skin. It is necessary to remember that thermal water is used before applying mascara. For extra durability, you can sprinkle it on every layer of makeup.

Features of makeup for square, triangular, round faces

It’s easy to change your face shape for the better thanks to contouring.

The face often looks round because of the cheeks, so you need to spend time on the cheekbones - clearly draw them, make the side lines a little longer. Vertical lines make the face narrower, so for a round type, applying highlighter to the bridge of the nose (a light stripe from the middle of the forehead to the tip of the nose) will help.

Correct makeup will help you to choose the right makeup for your face shape.

With a “square” shape, it is best to darken the side areas of the forehead and chin to make the shape visually smoother.

A similar situation with a triangular face: it is recommended to reduce the forehead by darkening its side zones. The difference is that the chin should not be touched, since it is already quite narrow with such a facial structure.

Features of applying makeup for freckles

Putting on makeup when there are a lot of freckles on the face is more difficult, both for women who do not like this feature of their appearance, and for those who would not like to hide it.

It is especially difficult for beginner girls to do makeup, because usually step-by-step instructions do not contain items on the correct correction of a face with freckles.

Just a few tips can help:

1. When the goal is to leave freckles, but at the same time even out the complexion and hide imperfections, light BB creams will come to the rescue. If the tone suits you, but there are minor defects, for example, pimples, they can be disguised with a thin brush with a corrector applied to the tip. In the fight against dark circles under the eyes, it is better to use a reflective concealer.
2. Girls with freckles look good with natural lipstick colors.
3. Eyebrows that are too dark and clearly defined should be avoided.
4. This eye makeup option pleasantly sets off freckles: thin arrows; shadows smoothly transitioning from light to dark tone in the direction from the bridge of the nose to the outer corner of the eye.
5. If you don’t like freckles at all, there is always the option to hide them with a long-lasting and dense foundation.

How to visually widen narrow eyes

Makeup allows you to make significant adjustments to facial features, including visually changing the shape of your eyes.

There are several tricks that can make narrow eyes wider:

1. Arrows. The best way to give your eyes the desired shape. You will need any tool for drawing arrows: pencil, marker or eyeliner. You can experiment with colors, but it is best to take black - a classic option. The secret is that the arrow is drawn expanding towards the outer corner of the eye. The thicker the line, the more your eyes will open. A pleasant effect can also be achieved in combination with a slight upward bend of the end of the arrow.
2. Lightening. There are special white eye pencils on the shelves of cosmetics stores. If you use this in the inner corners of the eyes, their cut will become visually wider. A small light spot is enough to open up the look; it should look natural, slightly shaded. Besides. You can lightly line your eyes with the same pencil for lightness and shine of the eyelid contour.
3. Mascara. Volume and long eyelashes will enhance any eyes. For greater effect, you can apply 2 layers. The recommended color is black, like the hands.
4. Shadows. Applying 2-3 shades of eyeshadow to the entire area of ​​the upper eyelid makes the eyes appear larger. The main thing here is to follow the rules for makeup with shadows already given above.
5. Matching eyebrows. Narrow eyes appear wider if the eyebrow tone is slightly lighter than the eyeliner tone. Raising the end of the eyebrow will also improve the situation. It is also worth remembering that eyebrows that are too thick put pressure on the eyes, so they are not suitable for a narrow cut.

How to hide a drooping eyelid, what not to do

Disguising a drooping eyelid is a little more difficult, but it can be achieved

1. The ends of the arrows should bend upward.
2. Avoid wearing bright or sparkling shadows. This will only draw more attention to the drooping eyelid, but will not solve the problem. You can apply a catchy shade only if you shade it very well, as a result of which the shadows cover not only the eyelids, but also the area around the eye.
3. A drooping eyelid can be the cause of eyeliner running down or a pencil falling off. To avoid this, a base is always applied to the eyelids, and at the end the makeup is fixed with powder, or very durable products are used.
4. As with a narrow incision, brightening the inner corners of the eyes will work.
5. When applying shadows, you should not limit yourself to the crease of the eyelid - the cosmetics should also be above it to smooth out the border.
6. For most of your makeup, keep your eyes open and relaxed, looking ahead of you best. In this case, at some point you will have to cover your eyelids and paint over the crease.

Makeup artist tips for beginners

Makeup artists know best how to apply makeup correctly (the whole process was previously described step by step for beginners).

Who sometimes share interesting secrets:

1. Makeup is applied in good, uniform lighting. At the same time, if you plan to attend an indoor event, it is better to apply makeup in artificial light. If you need daytime makeup, it is better to turn to natural light sources whenever possible.
2. When using a large amount of cosmetics every day, experts advise spending more time on facial care: making masks, peeling, washing thoroughly in the morning and evening, and never going to bed with makeup on your face. This will avoid skin problems and, as a result, masking these problems with even larger layers of foundation.
3. It is necessary to select cosmetics according to your skin type. It is also best to choose natural hypoallergenic products rather than purchasing the cheapest products.
4. Any makeup artist chooses makeup tones in accordance with the purpose of its application. For evening looks, more rich, heavy shades are used, when, as in daytime makeup, the main thing is minimalism and naturalness.
5. Experts advise never to forget about your neck. It needs care just as much as your face, and can also look out of place if you forget to apply a little foundation or powder on it.
6. For makeup, only special brushes, brushes, and sponges are used. Applying cosmetics with your hands should be avoided.

Applying makeup correctly is not at all difficult, even for beginners. You just need to practice a little - practice plays the same role in this matter as step-by-step application of cosmetics.

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