Q&A for How to Do Your Makeup Flawlessly

You should begin with a primer, then foundation, then concealer, followed by eyes, cheeks, and lips (in that order). The only exception is if you are using a color correcting concealer which should go under the foundation.

Primer should be the first step in a makeup application. It forms a base that helps makeup stay in place and creates a smoother, more even skin tone.

You should apply color-correcting concealer underneath foundation. Flesh-toned concealer should go on after foundation.

Using a primer can go a long way toward creating a smooth, flawless complexion. Look for "blurring" primers which are especially good at evening skin tone and texture.

Line the outer 2/3rds of your upper lash line with a black eyeliner and create a subtle wing, which will open your eye. Then curl your eyelashes and apply mascara.

You can wear makeup without primer. However, the primer helps the makeup go on smoothly and last longer, so you lose those benefits if you don't use primer. If you want a simpler makeup routine, you could try BB cream, which acts as both a moisturizer and primer.

Use a quality, high-coverage foundation and concealer to cover any skin problems. Look for brands that advertise for oily or acne-prone skin. You may have to experiment with a few different brands to find one that is right for you.

Primer is supposed to be used before any foundation or concealer. It is intended to prepare (or prime) your face for the application of more makeup. You apply it after your toner and moisturizer, but before any makeup.

Mixing them could result in clumps of makeup. Thus, it's not recommended.

Try oil blotting sheets -- they get rid of oil and sweat but do not remove makeup.

An answer to this really depends on your skin type and whether you want a drugstore foundation or a high end foundation. Check out makeup tutorials on YouTube, searching for such things as: "The best 10 drugstore foundations for oily skin" or the like.

You put the darker colors in places you want be smaller/slimmer (for example, under your cheekbones.) Use lighter, shimmery colors on high points or areas you want to emphasize (bridge of nose, tops of cheekbones, chin, cupid's bow, etc.)

if you apply it before foundation it looks more flawless and even and it lasts longer.

You should still moisturize because it's good for the health of your skin and will help maintain it over the years.

Yes, as CC creams help with discoloration. Always try to get a CC cream close to your skin tone, if you can't do that then you can just buy a colored primer. Bourjois makes a good CC cream and NYX sell amazing colored primers.

If you are going for a no-makeup look, then definitely. There are primers that smooth out the skin and make your natural skin look amazing.

After you have applied your toner and moisturizer, you'll want to apply your primer with your fingers. You don't need a lot; a little bit goes a long way!

Yes, you can. There are also special primers made for oily skin.

If you buy a really cheap brand of lipstick, it may not stay on properly. You may also need to use lip liner - lip liner is a product that you draw around the edges of your lips, keeping the lipstick away from your skin. Finally, if you just can't keep lipstick on, consider using lip stain instead. Lip stain literally stains your lips, coloring them for several hours. However, lip stain is very hard to remove, especially if you get it on your skin. Be careful when applying it.

You can. However, keep in mind that setting powder locks in your creams and liquids a little bit better than setting sprays. Powder mattifies your face and keeps oils at bay, while setting sprays will help your makeup last longer.

You could try a pale rose color or another neutral color.

It's never a must, but if you want to make your eyes stand out more, or if they are your best feature, I suggest using brighter colors instead of dark colors.

You can always buy a matte-finish lipstick. If you can't find one in a color that you like, you can always buy a matte finish stick. It looks similar to lip balm and will leave behind a matte finish after you put it over your lipstick.

Serum usually refers to a product that's used to prevent acne. Primer is simply a product to put on before your makeup to improve its longevity.

You don't have to, but it is best, as primer keeps your foundation on for longer and keeps foundation from clogging your pores and causing acne.

Layer upon layer of powders and cream products that can cost hundreds of dollars. They spend a lot of time of their faces because they're constantly on camera and they have the time. They're not doing anything all day; they have the luxury of spending 3 hours on makeup every morning.

You can use any brush that suits you. Getting a brush set is a good way to try different ones and find out what you prefer to help create the perfect look.

There is no "right" way to do makeup. If you only have a few makeup products and you don't want to buy more, you don't have to. Wear what you have and experiment with different combinations to see what you like the best.

It depends on your preference. I personally think that my foundation looks better using a beauty sponge, but flat topped kabuki brushes also work well for blending foundation. You can also use a brush for foundation and then blend out your concealer with a beauty sponge.

Go for a deep red or purple, the contrast will be a great way to make your lips stand out!