Keep one big, rounded makeup brush to dust on your setting powder once you've finished your makeup. Not feeling bold and bright at the moment? Opt for a natural pink or nude lipstick instead. You'll be stunned by what a swipe of color can do for your lips, face, and mood. How about some color? Lipstick (or tint, gloss, or stain if you want a less saturated look) is the perfect antidote to the midweek blahs. You can use your darker shade of eye shadow as a liner along the lashes-or use a dark brown or black pencil to create a thin line that defines and enhances your eyes.

Brush the shadow in the crease of the eye, just under the brow bone, to add depth. Just make sure you protect those lashes by removing mascara with care.Ī neutral beige or taupe eye shadow is an instant brightener when swiped across the upper lid.įor a slightly more defined shadow, choose a medium neutral shade like warm brown or charcoal gray. It's up to you whether or not you use waterproof mascara. Stick with basic black mascara (or dark brown if you have light hair and lashes).

There's no better way to wake up and define those eyes than by enhancing your lashes-and a good mascara is all you need. It's also a godsend when covering up blemishes or discoloration you'd rather not share with the world: Apply foundation to the problem spot, set with powder, apply a dab of concealer, then set with powder again. You'll particularly love having a shine-busting setting powder on hand if you tend to have an oily T-zone or tend to sweat easily. When it comes to choosing a go-to blush, look for a warm tone that adds a splash of color to the apples of your cheeks (and a little life to your whole complexion).Ī quick, light dusting of translucent powder at the end sets makeup and controls shine. If you don't need as much coverage as a liquid foundation provides or prefer something a little lighter, consider a tinted moisturizer instead.

Just apply in places where you see uneven skin tone or discoloration. Choose a creamy formula that can hide under-eye circles and uninvited blemishes.įoundation is, well, the foundation of any makeup routine-basic or elaborate-but you don't need to slather it all over your face.

Concealer is one of those basic makeup essentials to keep on you at all times (just in case).

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