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Perfecting a Simple Makeup Look

Jul/16/2022 / by Melanie Fourie
Simple Makeup
Image credits: Anilsharma26 via Pixabay

When it comes to immaculate eyeliner and smooth contouring, do you ever find yourself envious of your coworkers or friends? If so, keep reading! No matter how many lessons you’ve watched or how nervous you’ve been about asking for assistance, you’ve finally arrived at the correct location to learn the fundamentals of makeup application. Not only will you learn how to achieve some amazing but basic makeup looks, but you’ll also pick up some helpful beauty tips along the way. Keep reading to discover more about the simple makeup look!

The following are some easy makeup trends you could do in a fraction of the time you’d normally spend on creating a look.

The Makeup-Free Look

This no-makeup look is a simple way to embrace your own unique beauty. It’s ideal for leisurely days, hurried days, and holiday getaways. Plus it’s done in less than a ten-minute span! You don’t have to spend a lot of time or money on cosmetics to appear fresh-faced and beautiful. 

Eye Makeup in a Cool Blue Shade

This smokey blue makeup style will draw attention to your eyes. I’ll show you how to get  this dramatic and bright look combining brilliant blue, rich blacks, or bold taupe further in this article. A black-tie event calls for something like this, with its smokey and seductive undertones.

A Simple Classic or Old-Hollywood Look

An old-Hollywood glam makeup look is at your fingertips with this one. Here eyes are kept simple with only a winged liner and emphasized lashes to give them a fresh look. There is nothing more gorgeous than a crimson lipstick to round this beautiful look off. To keep this bold lipstick from fading or smudging, go for a long-lasting lip color.

The Simple Bridal Makeup Look  

The simple bride is everything but dull, contrary to common assumption. She’s sophisticated, refined, and understated, yet she’s well aware of her own magnificence. If this describes you, a soft, monochromatic wedding makeup style is the best option for you. Using one color group to draw attention to your best characteristics is a certain way to be unforgettable!

How To Do a Simple Blue or Taupe Smoky Eye

It’s up to you how much work you want to put into creating a smoky eye. In order to get the whole effect of a smoky eye at home, you’ll need more than eyeliner. Here are instructions on how to apply it yourself.

  • Make sure to apply a matte, medium-toned neutral hue on your eyelids to establish your base color. Apply a matte, dark-toned shadow to the outer edges of your eyes, starting at the lash line and blending out with a soft eyeshadow brush to avoid hard lines.
  • Using a black pencil, draw a line over your upper and lower lash lines, then smooth the top of the eyeliner using a pencil brush to create a smokey effect.
  • The same dark makeup from step two may be used to soften the edges of your eyeliner and give it a smoky effect.
  • If you want a purely matte finish, you may stop here. If you want to brighten things up, apply a light sparkly colour to the inner corners of your eyes using a little shadow brush.
  •  Glitter eyeshadow in the same colour may be applied to the middle of your lids for an extra dose of glitz. 
  •  Finish the look with mascara and fake lashes for the perfect smoky eye.

Tips for an Easy Makeup Look

If you’re a newbie, these tips and tricks will come in helpful when it comes to producing easy makeup looks.

  • Always begin by washing and moisturizing your face.
  • Keep your eye and lip makeup in place with a primer. Primer may also be used to create a flawless canvas for applying cosmetics.
  • If your skin is clean and even-toned, you don’t need to apply foundation or concealer. If not, choose a concealer and foundation shade that is one shade lighter than your real skin tone, to brighten up your complexion and hide blemishes. Colour correctors mask imperfections such as yellow undertones, redness, and undereye blue hues, with lavender, green, and peach.
  • The best way to fill in eyebrows is to use gentle strokes.
  • All cosmetic products should be applied using the proper applicator equipment and brushes.
  • Depending on how often you use your cosmetic brushes, wash them once or twice a week.

FAQs

How long does it take to do simple makeup?

Cute simple makeup looks can take anywhere from 15-30 minutes to complete. Bridal makeup may take 45-60 minutes though.

How long does simple makeup stay?

If you are using stay fast products for your simple makeup look, it should last 8-24 hours. For a flawless look, try using a smudge and budge-free high coverage foundation like Estee Lauder’s Double Wear foundation. This should give you at least 8 hours of coverage that stays in place. This foundation is also great for photo ops like wedding photo sessions, as it does not have a high SPF. Foundations with a high SPF tend to make photos appear blown out.

Do I require a lot of products for simple makeup?

For the most basic looks, no! You’ll just need your foundation, concealer, eyeshadow palette, eyeliner, perhaps a brow brush, your lipstick, blush, and some lip gloss if you prefer.