Answering frequently asked questions about makeup

Makeup experts will answer questions that make women wonder during the beauty care process.

During the beauty process, women encounter many problems and wonder whether they should do this or use that product. Below are the top 10 frequently asked questions and suggestions from makeup artist Lauren Kim to help you answer them.

What is the order of basic makeup steps?

After cleansing your face, you apply serum, sunscreen, moisturizer, primer, and foundation step by step. Next, you apply powder, eyeshadow, eyeliner, blush, and finally lipstick.

How to choose concealer to hide acne?

Acne is always a concern for women when applying makeup because if not done carefully, the makeup will not be able to hide the "flashlight" spots and cause skin inflammation. The best way is to choose a concealer that is 1-2 tones darker than your natural skin tone and use your hands to apply it evenly and gently on the acne area.

What makeup mistakes make your face look tired?

If you skip the moisturizing step, apply too much powder and choose the wrong eyeliner color, your face will easily become pale and lifeless. In addition, overusing bronzer and mascara when it's raining can also make your appearance unsightly. The safest method is to always apply sunscreen before makeup, and diligently use blush and traditional black eyeliner because they create an attractive, luxurious look.

How to keep lipstick longer?

If you live in a hot and humid climate, you will quickly sweat every time you go out. A suggestion for you is to skip the foundation and BB cream, instead use powder foundation to help control oil and keep your makeup longer. Another important thing is to choose a long-lasting primer and don't forget to spray a mineral spray after finishing your makeup.

Is it necessary to line your lips every time you apply lipstick?

Only when wearing heavy makeup do women need to outline their lips to create definition. In particular, if you have thick lips, you can skip this step because it will make your lips look bigger.

Should I use eye shadow that matches my outfit?

Eyeshadow that matches the color of your clothes does not enhance your fashion sense but only makes your face look ugly. If you find it difficult to choose eyeshadow, you can look at the color wheel and choose a shade that contrasts with the color of your clothes. For example, if you wear bright-colored clothes, you should apply a neutral shade with a little shimmer to create the perfect highlight for your appearance.

How often should you clean your makeup tools?

Just like hair, makeup brushes will not have a long "life" if they are neglected and not cleaned regularly. The best frequency is once every two weeks. In addition, you should only use this set of tools for about two years because at this time, dirt accumulates on them quite a lot and simple cleaning does not remove all the bacteria on the brushes.

How to use eyeliner effectively?

Liquid eyeliners are difficult to apply because they are very thin and even the slightest movement can cause the line to become squiggly. First, you learn how to use pencil eyeliner, then gel eyeliner, and finally when you have mastered both, you can confidently apply liquid eyeliner skillfully. However, you should not open your eyes immediately after applying eyeliner because it needs time to dry.

Should I leave my makeup in my car?

Unless you live in a very cold environment, where the weather is so cold that the air in your car is never hot, you can keep your makeup products in your car all the time. However, cars are vehicles that heat up very quickly, so the temperature in the car will skyrocket when starting. This is the reason why lipstick, mascara, eyeliner... melt, and their quality is also affected. The most ideal condition for storing cosmetics is in a dry, cool place, away from direct sunlight.

Causes of dark circles and how to fix them?

There are many causes of eye bags including genetics and lifestyle habits. If it is genetic, you can only fix it by using makeup. If it is lifestyle, you should sleep 8 hours a day and use skin cream containing vitamin K and consume foods containing this vitamin such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, kale, parsley, spinach...

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