Achieving a flawless makeup finish is no magic – the secret lies in the art of layering. From the first touch of primer to that final swipe of lipstick and mist of setting spray, each step plays a vital role in delivering a flawless, photo-ready finish. Here’s a quick guide on how to layer makeup products like a pro for a flawless finish that lasts from dawn to dusk.
How To Layer Makeup Products?
No matter how expensive your makeup products or brushes are, the correct order and the right application technique do the actual magic. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use makeup products in a routine.
Step 1: Start with Primer
Start with cleansed, hydrated skin. Follow with a primer to blur pores, smoothen texture, control oil, and keep the makeup long-lasting. Pick a hydrating, dewy primer for dry skin, a mattifying one for oily skin, or a blurring formula to soften fine lines and texture. Take a pea-sized amount and apply it all over your face. Let it set before moving on to applying the foundation.
Step 2: Apply Foundation &Concealer
Once your primer has settled, move to apply your favourite foundation or skin tint. Choose a shade that matches your skin tone for a flawless finish. Apply in thin layers and blend using a brush, fingertips, or beauty blender for a natural skin-like finish and even coverage. Start with less amount of product and build coverage as needed. Mask blemishes with a concealer and apply it to your under-eye area, on top of acne and dark spots.
Step 4: Set With Powder
Set your base makeup with a translucent setting powder, particularly the T-zone and areas that tend to crease.
Step 5: Add Warth, Colour,& Radiance
Be careful when using bronzer, blush, and highlighter in a makeup routine. The correct order can make or break the ultimate look. Start by applying bronzer on your lower cheekbone, following the angle of your jawline for added warmth. Next, apply blush makeup over the bronzer on the apples of your cheeks for a pop of colour and healthy flush. Blend towards the temple for a lifted look. Finally, finish with a soft touch of highlighter at the top of your upper cheekbone over the blush for a glowing Goddess look. Layer softly and blend thoroughly for a naturally flushed, radiant look.
Step 6: Eye Makeup
Prep your eyelids with eyeshadow primer or concealer. Pick an eyeshadow look and start layering accordingly from light to deep shades, blending each transition seamlessly for a professional touch. Finish off with eyeliner or kajal, and mascara for definition. Define your brows before or after creating your eyeshadow look.
Step 7: Lip Makeup
Finally, crown it all with lipstick-the ultimate expression of personality. For longevity, cleanse and exfoliate your lips, apply lip primer, line your lips, and finally coat with your favourite lipstick – matte, cream, or satin finish. Blot and reapply for a bold, long-lasting pout.
Step 8: Finishing Touches – Apply Setting Spray
Set with a makeup setting spray for all-day wear.
Layering makeup isn’t about adding more; it’s about layering smartly. Build your beauty step by step to reveal a flawless, radiant finish.
