Over the past years we’ve learnt how to embrace how we look like naturally (self love) and this included ditching heavy makeup – which truth be told has been great. But here’s the deal -it actually takes a while to learn the no makeup look, so here’s how to.
There is nothing wrong with wearing lots of makeup, but if you’re like me and many others you’d understand that there are days where you’d want a less dramatic look. And since the COVID that’s basically been my thing.
Though a good eyeshadow palette and a bold lipstick comes in handy – on days that just need to be low-key this is what you can do:
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Firstly, go for a tinted moisturizer
While a tinted moisturizer and foundation are similar they are not identical. Wearing a foundation is often necessary for an everyday look, and if you want to enhance your complexion, protect your skin from the sun, boost hydration and still have that healthy glow then a tinted moisturizer should be your new go to.
NARS
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30
L’Oréal
True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer
Under eye brighteners and concealer
Eye brighteners work to catch the light, and use reflective particles to create a bright illuminated look. While Unlike foundation, under-eye concealer is not a full-coverage product, it’s sole purpose is to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and hide discoloration.
CLINIQUE
All About Eyes™ Serum De-Puffing Eye Massage
Complete Eye Renewal Balm
ALGENIST
NARS
Radiant creamy concealer
NYX
HD Photogenic Concealer Wand
Cream Blushes
Adding a pop of colour to your cheeks can elevate any look and also make tired c omplexions look. You can use a powder blush but for a natural or summer look, cream blush is your best bet a cream blush is light and doesn’t feel heavy at all.
FENTY
CHEEKS OUT FREESTYLE CREAM BLUSH
e.l.f. Cosmetics
Monochromatic Multi Stick
Cream highlighter
Both powder and cream highlighter are beneficial for your skin. Powder highlighter are the best choice for those with oilier skin and cream is best for dry skin tone.
Fenty Beauty
Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter
Anastasia Beverly Hills
Sun Dipped Glow Kit
Brow Mascara
Brow mascara’s add volume to the hair they’re coating. A no makeup makeup is much better with a clear brow gel rather than a tinted one. Pick a product that can tame your brows and make them look fluffy.
Brow Gel
ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS
CoverGirl
Easy Breezy Clear Brow Setting Gel
An eyeshadow gloss
A no makeup look requires no layer of eye shadow but you can elevate your natural flow by adding a touch of dewiness.
Morphe
Morphe 2 Gloss Pop Face & Eye Gloss
LORAC
Sunrise LUX Diamond Eye Gloss Trio
A dewy setting spray
Finish off your no-makeup look with a few spritz of setting spray.
NYX
PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP Makeup Setting Spray – Dewy Finish
Anastasia Beverly Hills
Dewy Set Setting Spray