No matter how many beauty tutorials you watch online, you can never seem to nail the look you want. What gives? Even with the best brushes and top-rated products, you’re always left feeling a little disappointed. If that’s the case, you might be missing some all-important beauty and skincare steps. Chances are, if you do these five things, your makeup will look like a pro did it.
Step up your skincare routine
Think of your skin like a canvas. It’s the foundation for everything else you put on it. So, make sure you have a good skincare routine for healthy skin. Otherwise, there’s only so much makeup can do.
Find the right formula for your skin
Beauty products now come in a wide range of formulas, so, don’t be afraid to step out of the box. Powders can be very drying on the skin, but they work well for oily skin types. On the other hand, cream formulas add moisture and glow – especially if your skin is feeling a bit dry.
Approach makeup trends with caution
Models make everything look good. And makeup brands and influencers are very good at selling the latest look. But the truth is, depending on your skin undertone, certain colors just won’t look good on you. Plain and simple. But the good news is that you get to find which colors suit you, and when you do, you’ll look bomb.
Your products are expired
Cosmetic products aren’t cheap, so you probably want to hold onto your Tom Ford lipstick for as long as possible. But expiration dates do matter when it comes to makeup. For one thing, expired makeup is a great place for germs and bacteria. What’s more, the product is just past its prime, so go ahead and toss it.
Apply makeup in the correct order
Makeup is a layering process, so make sure you apply everything in the right order. Not sure what that means? Here are 11 basic steps:
- Primer
- Foundation
- Concealer
- Bronzer
- Blush
- Eyebrows
- Eye shadow
- Eyeliner
- Mascara
- Finishing powder
- Lips
