Q&A for How to Apply Makeup for Beginners

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  • Question
    What types of foundation are there?
    Daniel Vann
    Makeup Artist
    Daniel Vann is the Creative Director for Daredevil Cosmetics, a makeup studio in the Seattle Area. He has been working in the cosmetics industry for over 15 years and is currently a licensed aesthetician and makeup educator.
    Makeup Artist
    Expert Answer
    So you have powders and creams. They're both fine, but you may have an easier time getting a natural look if you use creams to start out.
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    What kind of eyeliner should I use?
    Daniel Vann
    Makeup Artist
    Daniel Vann is the Creative Director for Daredevil Cosmetics, a makeup studio in the Seattle Area. He has been working in the cosmetics industry for over 15 years and is currently a licensed aesthetician and makeup educator.
    Makeup Artist
    Expert Answer
    If you're new to makeup, I'd recommend using a gel liner instead of the pencil eyeliners that most people use. It's going to be a lot easier to get the shape that you're looking for if you start out with a gel.
  • Question
    How can I cover up a scratch on my face?
    Daniel Vann
    Makeup Artist
    Daniel Vann is the Creative Director for Daredevil Cosmetics, a makeup studio in the Seattle Area. He has been working in the cosmetics industry for over 15 years and is currently a licensed aesthetician and makeup educator.
    Makeup Artist
    Expert Answer
    If you're new to makeup, this isn't going to be something you can do on your own. You actually can't put standard makeup over scabs or wounds, so you'll need to go to a professional to get that covered up.
  • Question
    What's the difference between BB/CC cream and foundation?
    Community Answer
    BB cream is basically foundation with extra features (like SPF). BB stands for beauty balm. CC cream is more like concealer -- CC stands for color corrector.
  • Question
    What is the difference between concealer and foundation?
    Community Answer
    Foundation evens out your skin tone so you are not splotchy. It goes over your entire face. Concealer hides blemishes, such as zits, scars, etc. It only covers the blemish and a small area around it.
  • Question
    Are there any tips on how to do winged eyeliner?
    Community Answer
    You can place tape on the side your eye and, once you're done with the wing, carefully remove the tape. You can buy tapes in different shapes from any cosmetics store.
  • Question
    Can I shape my eyebrows using makeup?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can, but do not overdo it, or it will look fake. Use an eyebrow pencil that closely matches the colors of your own eyebrows. Try to follow the natural curve of your eyebrows. You may find this article helpful.
  • Question
    Do I absolutely have to curl my eyelashes? Those things scare me!
    Community Answer
    Of course not. Only if you want to.
  • Question
    Do I have to do my eyebrows?
    Community Answer
    If you think your eyebrows look okay, then skip it. However, if you want a more polished, clean look, brush your eyebrows, because they shape your face.
  • Question
    What should I do for dark circles under my eyes?
    Community Answer
    Get some concealer, and apply it in small dots under your eye. Blend it in well, then apply your foundation as usual.
  • Question
    I don't have any foundation. What can I use instead?
    Community Answer
    You can use a tinted moisturiser. To make a tinted moisturiser, just mix BB/CC cream depending on your preference, with a light moisturiser for your skin type that will do three things: prime, keep your skin moisturised, and protect from the sun. Blend and mix both substances together to create a coloured moisturiser as close to your natural skin colours as possible. Test this on your neck first, not the face or the hands. Apply the tinted moisturiser with your fingers, beauty blender or a brush depending on how much coverage desired (beauty blender=high coverage, brush=medium, fingers =sheer), using small dabs then building them up gradually to avoid a cake finish. Then, apply concealer.
  • Question
    Can we apply concealer without moisturizer?
    Community Answer
    Yes. It is ideal to use moisturizer to keep your skin healthy and give your face a glow, but you can use makeup without it.
  • Question
    My face is too oily, mostly when I apply foundation, what should I do?
    Community Answer
    When you put on the foundation, make sure to set it of with some powder to create the matte finish.
  • Question
    How would I apply eyebrow pencil?
    Community Answer
    You would simply fill in your eyebrows using light strokes, then comb over your eyebrow with a spoolie or brow brush to blend it all in. Check out How to Use Eyebrow Pencil for more information.
  • Question
    Do I have to use foundation and do the rest, like my eyes?
    Community Answer
    You can if you want to. If you think you have good skin, skip the foundation. For eyes, however, just put a light shade of eye shadow on, then a little highlighter, and you're fine.
  • Question
    When I apply eyeshadow for beginners how can I add other colors (like a soft summer gradient)?
    TwilightSagaForever
    Community Answer
    Put some color on your brush, and tap off the excess. Then blend onto your skin.
  • Question
    I have dark lips and I can't get a very good color with lipstick. What can I do?
    EmRose285
    Community Answer
    When you're putting on foundation, try applying any leftover product onto your lips. It will help cancel out the natural color of your lips and make them more likely to pick up the color of your lipstick.
  • Question
    Where can I buy these makeup products?
    Community Answer
    You can always get affordable drugstore brands of makeup at various pharmacies such as CVS or Walgreens. If you want higher end makeup, you can go to stores like Sephora.
  • Question
    Which is better for my skin, tinted moisturizer or foundation?
    Community Answer
    Generally, the less makeup you wear, the better it is for your skin - in that sense, tinted moisturizer would be better, though foundation will provide more coverage if you need it. However, there are some good high-end foundations formulated to care for your skin while you wear them.
  • Question
    Can I just use concealer and skip the foundation?
    Community Answer
    If you just need to cover some blemishes, then yes, you can; you should not use concealer all over your face in place of foundation, however. Also, make sure that you blend in the concealer properly, or it will look powdery when you are done.
  • Question
    Can I do this without using concealer?
    Community Answer
    Of course! You might not even have to use concealer in the first place. Some people use concealer to cover up any imperfections because they want a flawless, airbrushed look.
  • Question
    Do I have to use setting powder or can I just use foundation?
    Community Answer
    You can always just use foundation but your makeup will last longer if you apply the setting powder first.
  • Question
    What do I do after using the concealer?
    Community Answer
    Get a small ended brush and gently blend it into your skin. If you have done foundation already, move onto blusher.
  • Question
    Can I do without highlighters and bronzers?
    Community Answer
    It isn't necessary to have them, so yes, you can! White eyeliner pencils can even take the place of a highlighter for certain areas of your face.
  • Question
    Is it compulsory to use moisturizer to clean the face before applying foundation?
    Community Answer
    Moisturizer does not clean your face. It moisturizes your face. It's not compulsory to use moisturizer, but it is ideal if you want to have healthy skin, and foundation will go on more smoothly if your face is well moisturized. For cleaning your face, use a facial cleanser. See How to Establish an Effective Skincare Routine .
  • Question
    I am 12 years old, will all this makeup harm my skin?
    Community Answer
    Wash your brushes and refrain from caking too much makeup onto your face. Wearing too much makeup clogs the pores and leads to acne. Make sure to wash the makeup off your face every night and use moisturizer.
  • Question
    Can I do a combination of eye shadows and lipstick?
    Community Answer
    Yes, as long as the colors don't clash.
  • Question
    I'm 62 and have circles under my eyes. How can I make them less noticeable?
    Community Answer
    A lightweight concealer should do the trick.
  • Question
    Should I apply concealer or foundation first?
    Community Answer
    First, I would use some primer that prepares your skin. Put on foundation next and concealer after. If you have oily skin, you can set it with a powder in your skin tone. Make sure that your concealer is one shade lighter on your skin than your foundation.
  • Question
    What is the function of blush?
    Community Answer
    Blush gives a healthy color to your cheeks and makes you appear less pale.
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