It’s an age-old belief that natural beauty is the best kind of beauty. Over the years, it seems some women (‘cake faces’, as I’ve heard them being called) have forgotten all about it. There are ways you can look laid-back, but still gorgeous, in makeup. It doesn’t take much effort, but it does take a little bit of smarts
1. Hair
How does one make her loose, flowing hair look kempt and maintained? The secret is to not use much product at all. If your hair is fine and thin, use a volumizing mousse to give it a little bit of lift. After you wash your hair, towel-dry it to get rid of excess water. Then fill your palm with mousse and run it through your hair, making sure to get the ends. Feel free to use more if needed. Then blow-dry your hair until it’s completely dry. Don’t comb it, though. If you have to, use your fingers and run them through your hair as you’re blow-drying. For an extra boost, flip your head over and blow dry. If you want to soften the ends of your hair, use a round-barrelled brush and brush your hair either in or out for a tousled look.If you have thick or hard to manage hair, calm it down by using a styling product (cream is usually the best choice). Use your fingers to work it through just-washed damp hair. The best way for it to set is to let it air-dry. If you use a blow dryer you may be risking having it frizz up.
2. Skin
It can get burdensome wearing foundation everywhere, but the great thing is it’s up to you! If you lean more toward the no-makeup side, then stick with what you know. All you have to do is dab a little bit of powder over your t-zone (forehead, nose, chin) to eliminate shine and get on your way. If you prefer to go the makeup route, use a light foundation. These days many foundations are made to look transparent and more natural. So blend a bit of concealer under your eyes and on unevenly coloured spots. Then apply sheer foundation or tinted moisturizer on your face. Be sure not to cover your face in one big layer; only apply the product to where you think you need it most and blend it very, very well into your skin. Another alternative is using a tinted moisturizer. This way, you’re only using one product instead of two (moisturizer as well as foundation).
3. Lips
For the most natural looking lips, don’t go with your natural lip colour as you see it right now in the mirror. They look better when you give them a slightly flushed tinge. It’s your real lip colour, with a little something extra. The key here is to steer clear of a lip gloss. Yes, that’s right, even clear lip gloss! Lip glosses are designed to make your lips look super shiny, an effect that doesn’t look at all natural, even if it’s a clear gloss. That’s why you should look for a tinted lip balm or tinted lipstick to match the natural colour of your own lips.
4. Eyes
Don’t use the multi-faceted five different colours of eye makeup method if you want to look natural. And skip the liquid eyeliner, too, unless you’re using it on your bottom lids in one very thin line. The key to keeping your eyes natural looking and gorgeous is embracing the concept of less is more. Think of the one eye makeup product you can’t live without. Is it that brown liquid shadow? Or the black eyeliner? Use whatever it is…and smudge it. Once the colour is smudged, it’ll look less harsh and more natural. Remember not to overload! You want to enhance your features, not hide them.
...natural is best
When you put a fresh face forward, it projects the image that you’re comfortable with yourself and your looks, and that you don’t need to hide behind a layer of makeup. It exudes confidence and you’ll look well put-together and self-assured. Just remember to wear your last essential accessory — that killer smile. ;)
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