By GOH VERN ANN
It is early in the morning. You get out of bed and shuffle your way groggily into the bathroom. You steal a glance at yourself in the mirror and wonder for the hundredth time why you look so horrendous.
Indeed, fatigue and stress can be a lethal combination. But with the right makeup, you can easily strut out with a fresh and flawless looking face.
A little does go a long way. You do not have to slap on globs of makeup to achieve that lovely natural look. Heavy makeup just ruins the beauty of your face.
One does not have to purchase high-ended cosmetics to get the desired look. Drugstore products like Maybelline, Loreal, Etude House and Silkygirl work just fine. Not only are they more affordable, they also come with reasonably good quality. The drugstore cosmetics listed for this article are all under RM 50.00.
There are nine simple ways to attain a gorgeous natural look.
1. Maybelline Angelfit Concealer (RM19.90). Start off with a clean face and apply the concealer on your dark under eye circles, redness around the nose and mouth, pimples and blemishes. Use a concealer with a hint of salmon to conceal dark circles and one with hints of green for redness. Think of your face as a canvas. You want it to appear as flawless as possible.
2. Maybelline Angelfit Two Way Cake Foundation (RM37.90). Apply foundation to even out your complexion. For a more natural look, opt for pressed powder foundation. It is easier to apply and not as heavy as liquid foundation. The result will be a more matte finish. Make sure that the foundation matches your skin tone.
3. Silkygirl Natural Brow Pencil (RM9.90). Eyebrows are so important because they frame your face. Thus, ensure that they are well-groomed and filled in appropriately. Your eyebrows should be two to three shades lighter than your hair color. Lightly fill in any sparse areas with an eyebrow pencil and brush them into place with an eyebrow brush.
4. Etude House LUCIDarling Fantastic Gradation Eyes (RM42.90). Nothing suits a natural look more than brown eye shadow shades. Brown tones like taupe are not too harsh against the skin. This creates a softer look which is easier to carry off. Apply the taupe color onto your eyes lids. Then add a bit of the darker brown to the outer V of your eyes. This creates more dimension. Blend the shadows well so that the lines are not too obvious. Line your lower lash line first with the taupe color (stop at the middle of the eye) and continue with the dark brown shade all the way to the end. Apply the cream highlight color to the brow bone and the inner corners of your eyes for the finished look.
5. Maybelline Long Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner (RM39.90). Eyeliner is a must for ladies who want bigger looking eyes. For a more subtle and neutral look, opt for brown. But if you like a stronger contrast of colors, go for black eyeliner. Gel eyeliner is applied with a brush, preferably an angle brush for precise application. Take your time and draw on a thin line as close to your lash line as possible. Wing it out a little for an edgier look.
6. Maybelline Volum’ Express Cat Eyes Mascara (RM36.90). Mascara is a must for those who want wider-looking eyes. Longer and thicker lashes can instantly open up your eyes. It is best to apply mascara after you have curled your lashes with a lash curler. This ensures that the lashes stay curled for a longer period of time. It is also advisable to stick to waterproof mascara if you want to avoid smudging. Comb through your lashes evenly to avoid clumping.
7. Silkygirl Shimmering Duo Blusher (RM19.90). There is nothing more gorgeous than a natural-looking tint of blush on dewy cheeks. Not only does it accentuate your cheeks, it also adds that extra oomph of sweetness. Apply the blush on the apples of your cheeks and sweep it up towards your temples. Be careful not to apply too much.
8. Maybelline Watershine Pure Diamonds Lipstick (RM24.90). For a natural look, pucker up with a nude or nudish-pink lipstick. You can always choose between matte or shimmer lipsticks. Shimmery ones will add an interesting pop to an otherwise neutral face whereas matte shades will generally create an understated look. It is advisable to line your lips first with a lip liner so that the lipstick color does not “bleed.”
9. Etude House Golden Ratio Face Glam RM49.90. Highlighting the key points of your face can effectively enhance your appearance by giving you that lovely luminous glow. Apply this on your cheekbones, T-zone area and chin. This creates an illusion of a higher nose and cheekbones. For fuller-looking lips, dab a small amount on your cupid’s bow.
This natural brown look is perfect for work or any casual occasion. It is sweet, simple and not too loud. Drugstore cosmetics are an excellent choice for those who cannot afford expensive brands. They may not be able compete in terms of quality but they are still good enough to be used.
For more tips, check out this video by Youtube makeup guru queen, Michelle Phan:
It is early in the morning. You get out of bed and shuffle your way groggily into the bathroom. You steal a glance at yourself in the mirror and wonder for the hundredth time why you look so horrendous.
Indeed, fatigue and stress can be a lethal combination. But with the right makeup, you can easily strut out with a fresh and flawless looking face.
A little does go a long way. You do not have to slap on globs of makeup to achieve that lovely natural look. Heavy makeup just ruins the beauty of your face.
One does not have to purchase high-ended cosmetics to get the desired look. Drugstore products like Maybelline, Loreal, Etude House and Silkygirl work just fine. Not only are they more affordable, they also come with reasonably good quality. The drugstore cosmetics listed for this article are all under RM 50.00.
There are nine simple ways to attain a gorgeous natural look.
1. Maybelline Angelfit Concealer (RM19.90). Start off with a clean face and apply the concealer on your dark under eye circles, redness around the nose and mouth, pimples and blemishes. Use a concealer with a hint of salmon to conceal dark circles and one with hints of green for redness. Think of your face as a canvas. You want it to appear as flawless as possible.
2. Maybelline Angelfit Two Way Cake Foundation (RM37.90). Apply foundation to even out your complexion. For a more natural look, opt for pressed powder foundation. It is easier to apply and not as heavy as liquid foundation. The result will be a more matte finish. Make sure that the foundation matches your skin tone.
3. Silkygirl Natural Brow Pencil (RM9.90). Eyebrows are so important because they frame your face. Thus, ensure that they are well-groomed and filled in appropriately. Your eyebrows should be two to three shades lighter than your hair color. Lightly fill in any sparse areas with an eyebrow pencil and brush them into place with an eyebrow brush.
4. Etude House LUCIDarling Fantastic Gradation Eyes (RM42.90). Nothing suits a natural look more than brown eye shadow shades. Brown tones like taupe are not too harsh against the skin. This creates a softer look which is easier to carry off. Apply the taupe color onto your eyes lids. Then add a bit of the darker brown to the outer V of your eyes. This creates more dimension. Blend the shadows well so that the lines are not too obvious. Line your lower lash line first with the taupe color (stop at the middle of the eye) and continue with the dark brown shade all the way to the end. Apply the cream highlight color to the brow bone and the inner corners of your eyes for the finished look.
5. Maybelline Long Lasting Drama Gel Eyeliner (RM39.90). Eyeliner is a must for ladies who want bigger looking eyes. For a more subtle and neutral look, opt for brown. But if you like a stronger contrast of colors, go for black eyeliner. Gel eyeliner is applied with a brush, preferably an angle brush for precise application. Take your time and draw on a thin line as close to your lash line as possible. Wing it out a little for an edgier look.
6. Maybelline Volum’ Express Cat Eyes Mascara (RM36.90). Mascara is a must for those who want wider-looking eyes. Longer and thicker lashes can instantly open up your eyes. It is best to apply mascara after you have curled your lashes with a lash curler. This ensures that the lashes stay curled for a longer period of time. It is also advisable to stick to waterproof mascara if you want to avoid smudging. Comb through your lashes evenly to avoid clumping.
7. Silkygirl Shimmering Duo Blusher (RM19.90). There is nothing more gorgeous than a natural-looking tint of blush on dewy cheeks. Not only does it accentuate your cheeks, it also adds that extra oomph of sweetness. Apply the blush on the apples of your cheeks and sweep it up towards your temples. Be careful not to apply too much.
8. Maybelline Watershine Pure Diamonds Lipstick (RM24.90). For a natural look, pucker up with a nude or nudish-pink lipstick. You can always choose between matte or shimmer lipsticks. Shimmery ones will add an interesting pop to an otherwise neutral face whereas matte shades will generally create an understated look. It is advisable to line your lips first with a lip liner so that the lipstick color does not “bleed.”
9. Etude House Golden Ratio Face Glam RM49.90. Highlighting the key points of your face can effectively enhance your appearance by giving you that lovely luminous glow. Apply this on your cheekbones, T-zone area and chin. This creates an illusion of a higher nose and cheekbones. For fuller-looking lips, dab a small amount on your cupid’s bow.
This natural brown look is perfect for work or any casual occasion. It is sweet, simple and not too loud. Drugstore cosmetics are an excellent choice for those who cannot afford expensive brands. They may not be able compete in terms of quality but they are still good enough to be used.
For more tips, check out this video by Youtube makeup guru queen, Michelle Phan:
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