Top 5 Pro Tips
When you hire a makeup artist you are doing so to ensure you look your very best for your pictures, event or special occasion. You likely also want to look great every other day too but unfortunately your makeup artist can't live in your bathroom and do your makeup everyday. That is where my 5 Pro Tips come in! Use these tips to enhance your DIY makeup game!
Pro Makeup Tip 1. Good Skin Care Routine
Your makeup will never be a 10 in your skincare is a 2! It is the canvas you are building everything else on. A good skin care routine is essential to this process. At the minimum you should be cleansing and moisturizing your face twice daily! You should also ensure you are using products that are formulated for your skin type. If you have oily skin, you should use gel based cleansers and moisturizers and if you have dry skin, find a cream based formula.
Pro Makeup Tip 2. Expert Foundation Match
According to an Ipsos survey as many as 90% of women are in the wrong shade of foundation. Lets be honest. most women choose their foundation standing under florescent lights in front of a giant wall of products that all say the same thing. Its no wonder this statistic is so high! You can be in the 10% that are confident your foundation is perfect for you. Having a professional like me help you will ensure you are identifying your undertone, know where to test the shade and use the right lighting when doing so! This will help you from appearing too dark, light or even orange with your makeup. A professional can also help you choose the right coverage, formula and finish for you whether that be a sheer luminous cc cream, a full coverage matte liquid, or a simple powder!
Pro Makeup Tip 3. Basic Color Theory
Makeup artists use color theory as the building blocks of every look they create! Want to make your eye color pop? Use basic color theory! Look at your basic color wheel and whatever color your eyes are apply the colors opposite on the wheel. The contrast of colors that will bring out any eye color and have you feeling confident!
Pro Makeup Tip 4. BLEND!
For Christmas a couple years ago, my husband bought me a t-shirt that reads "Blending is my Cardio!" Even he understands how crucial this simple step is! You want to blend that foundation, blend the highlight, contour and blush, and blend your eye shadows to create a seamless look that will elevate your makeup game. In addition, almost any makeup "mistake" can be fixed by blending! Too much cheek color? Harsh contour line? Eye makeup too dark? BLEND! When in doubt, blend it out! A simple blending technique will have your makeup looking professional!
Pro Makeup Tip 5. Have FUN!
Try out new trends, colors, ideas. The best part about makeup is that you can remove it! So try out that bold color, try out the dramatic eyeliners! Do what makes you feel the most confident. Even if you mess it up or absolutely slay it, you won’t regret it!
By incorporating these five pro tips into your makeup routine, you can achieve a professional look from the comfort of your own home. Remember, the key to mastering makeup is practice and having fun with it. Whether you’re preparing for a special event, or just want to feel your best every day, these tips will help you enhance your natural beauty and boost your confidence. Keep experimenting with new trends and techniques to find what works best for you. And if you ever need personalized advice, don’t hesitate to reach out to Allison Kwasniak Makeup Artistry for a professional touch.
