For anyone who has just ventured into the world of makeup, it can be confusing, intimidating and sometimes an overload of information that can be difficult to process. Makeup may be a form of art but it should not be complicated, over the top or something that demands your entire paycheck, as we always say – keep it simple.
As a beginner, if you’re struggling with thoughts like, where to start, which advice to take and what products are absolutely essential, fret not, we are here to help. We’ve come up with a list of dos and don’ts that will make your first experience with makeup a breeze.
Do’s:
- Apply makeup in natural light
When possible, try and apply your makeup in natural light. It gives you a better idea as to what your makeup will look like once you step out. Set up your makeup station near the window.
- Find the right shade of foundation
When it comes to makeup, one of the biggest tasks is to find your foundation match. It will take a lot of trial and error before you find the perfect shade. Tinted moisturisers will give you light and natural-looking coverage, BB and CC creams offer light to medium overage and full coverage foundations will cover blemishes and pigmentation. Depending on the needs of your skin, invest in one that suits you.
- Invest in a brow pencil
A lot of people might tell you that eyebrow pencils are not a necessity, but truth be told, they are as important as your lipstick, foundation, concealer and mascara. Eyebrows define and frame your face and a good eyebrow pencil will help you achieve just that. Fill the sparse areas in your brows to add volume, you can further angle your brows using the pencil.
- Remove your makeup at night
If you love wearing makeup, you also need to take care of your skin at the same time. Because as much as it makes you look flawless, it can also harm your skin. Make it a habit to take off your makeup before you hit the bed every night.
Don’ts:
- Invest in high-end products
When you’re a makeup rookie, the last thing you want to do is splurge on a huge assortment of expensive, high-end products. Start your makeup journey with drugstore products and slowly make your way up.
- Skip the primer
Sometimes your foundation may not give you the flawless finish you were aiming for and that’s probably because you didn’t apply primer first. Start with a layer of primer - this will fill in your pores and make applying foundation a breeze. It also creates a barrier between your makeup and skin, thus making your makeup last longer.
- Be afraid to try new things
Lastly, the best thing about makeup is that you can be as creative as you want. So go and explore, learn new looks and have fun!
Written by Sanya Hamdani on Dec 04, 2019
Sanya Hamdani is a skincare enthusiast and lipstick hoarder, she truly believes no two red lipsticks look exactly alike. With a Master's degree in Communication & Journalism and 5+ years of digital writing experience up her sleeve, Sanya has some of the biggest beauty experts in the country on her speed dial. When she's not swatching products or writing about the latest trends in beauty, you will find her watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S. or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.