{"id":330,"date":"2014-09-08T14:45:39","date_gmt":"2014-09-08T14:45:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.richardfrancissalon.com\/salon\/?p=330"},"modified":"2020-02-18T16:05:09","modified_gmt":"2020-02-18T21:05:09","slug":"how-to-get-a-natural-makeup-look","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richardfrancissalon.com\/salon\/2014\/09\/how-to-get-a-natural-makeup-look\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a Natural Makeup Look"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1436286930145{border-top-width: 25px !important;padding-top: 20px !important;border-top-color: #dd9933 !important;border-top-style: solid !important;}”][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_custom_heading source=”post_title” font_container=”tag:h1|font_size:40px|text_align:left|color:%23ce6c13|line_height:50px” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]When putting on make-up for the day, most people strive for a natural look that enhances their best features without looking too dramatic. Having a \u201ccaked-on\u201d look isn\u2019t appealing, so here are some tips on how to look all-natural.
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\"Howtogetanaturalmakeuplook\"Clean Your Face
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Before you start to apply any makeup, you need to make sure that you have cleaned your face. Makeup will stick better to a clean face than a dirty one. After you have washed your face, you should also apply moisturizer to give a natural shine to your face and to keep the skin healthy. When applying moisturizer, you should only use an unscented one, because the scents in lotion can agitate your skin and create pimples.<\/p>\n

Foundation<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are a few\u00a0options when it comes to\u00a0foundation. When you are applying your moisturizer, you can use a tinted one that will give you a light coverage that blends well, since it is a mixture of moisturizer and foundation.\u00a0Aside from a tinted moisture,\u00a0there are two other basic foundation options: liquid and powder. Both can be used to give a natural look, but\u00a0they must\u00a0be used in different ways. If you are to choose a liquid foundation, you shouldn\u2019t apply the same amount over your whole face. Apply more generously in places that\u00a0tend to\u00a0get red during the day, such as under your eyes, around your nose, on your chin and on your forehead. Stipple the rest of your face to simply blend the foundation together. When applying, you should use your ring finger or a brush to blot it in and lightly smooth it into your skin.<\/p>\n

If you choose powder foundation, this should be applied with a large brush. You can dab the brush into the foundation and lightly apply it to your face. When applying it, you should move the brush in circles and should go all around your face. If you find that you have more of an oily skin, this option may be better for you because the powder will dry out the oily places on your face. However, powder does not cover up uneven skin tone or blemishes as well as liquid foundation.<\/p>\n

When choosing your foundation color, make sure that it matches the skin color on your neck. The neck is the best place to compare color because it tends to be more natural since it doesn\u2019t see as much of the sun as your face does.<\/p>\n

Blush<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

By smiling, you can find the \u201capples\u201d of your cheeks, and this is where you should apply your blush. Only apply a small amount and make sure to blend it in well. You can add some to your forehead and jawline to blend it better into your face.<\/p>\n

Eyes<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

To obtain a natural look in your eyes, apply a small line of liquid eyeliner\u00a0along\u00a0your top lid. Try to keep it thin and right along the edge of your lid up to your eyelashes. Next, curl your eyelashes and apply a thorough coating of mascara to your lashes. These small steps will accentuate your eyes, but it won\u2019t necessarily stand out enough that people realize you\u2019re wearing make-up.<\/p>\n

Lips<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n

The last step is to find a lipstick or lip gloss that is only one shade brighter than your natural lip color. You want to find one shade brighter because it should brighten your lips without it being too noticeable. You can also use a lipstick as the base coat and then add lip gloss on top to add a little shine if you can\u2019t choose between lipstick and lip gloss.<\/p>\n

By following these few tips, you can achieve a natural look that will have you glowing without looking over-done. If you find that you have any questions or want an opinion, feel free to contact<\/a> or stop into the Richard Francis Salon located in Ashland, MA. Our stylists and make-up artists would be happy to help apply make-up as well as offer a couple of extra.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″]