FUNDAMENTALS OF MAKEUP- HOW TO USE A CONCEALER THE PROPER WAY

I thought that since I love cosmetic & beauty products so much, i simply had to do it the proper way. I use to just simply do it in the heck care manner, like just swiping it across my face without grasping the proper technique or skill. One day, I realize that with usage of makeup so many years, my skills of makeup cannot just stay the way it is, I must do it the proper way. 

So I thought it might be good to do some research and grasp the fundamentals of basic makeup techniques.  From proper skincare routine- hydrating, toning, to fundamentals of makeup.I have been SO LAZY, not applying my face mask, toner and moisturizing my face due to inconvenience of my leg. I used to sleep with my makeup on sometimes...... and the signs of enlarged pores, blackheads and whiteheads have emerged over the period i have not take good care of my skin . SIGH.

Just to side track a bit.

When girls apply makeup, too much makeup may lead to people giving nasty comments like " why do you put makeup?  Omg you look so fake, your face is powdered like a cake. I bet when I slap you, your face will crack! Why your eye draw till so thick and black? " This comments are often seen on Singaporean models, bloggers etc on social networks like Instagram and etc. Reason being? THEY PUT ON TOO MUCH MAKE UP. I don't receive this comments, but maybe people may be discussing behind me. Who knows? But even if they do, I don't care, I just continue to do what I like and what I love in my own way. Its my passion for it. 

Back on topic. I thought a good way to start is concentrate on the FACE. A good start is to moisture your face with a moisturizer, toner and perhaps you might want something with SPF if you are going out under the sun. 

Note: If you apply your makeup with a bare face, the makeup will not stay. It will just slide off your face within just a few hours. 

TIPS: APPLYING A FOUNDATION PRIMER AFTER SKINCARE ROUTINE BUT BEFORE MAKE UP HELPS TO MAKE YOUR MAKEUP STAY ALL DAY LONG (I USE PRIMERS, AND IT REALLY DOES HELP). A primer Creates a protective layer on the skin allowing foundation to glide on easily and last longer. You can choose to skip this step and begin with concealer. Someday, I will do a post regarding primers. 

1. Applying a concealer (You can just apply a concealer if you prefer no makeup feel)

So after toning, moisturizing, you will need to begin your makeup by applying a concealer to conceal your imperfections like pimples, dark circles etc. I have been using The Mabelline concealer for few years and i think it works great on my skin. You can get it at SASA or watsons, its at an affordable price. If you don't mind spending more money, Bobbi brown concealer is another good option. 

The right way to apply concealer is to: 

- With your concealer applicator, apply at least 4- 5 dots around your under eye area.

- Apply some concealer on your fingertips, and dot it on your imperfections (eg pimples) 

- Use your ring finger to gently pat it in to set the concealer. There are other methods like using brush, but i prefer blending and setting it with my fingertips. 

HOW TO CHOOSE A CONCEALER

Yellow-toned products are your best bet for covering up under eye circles,Orange-based tones blend best into dark or black skin. You want a shade or two lighter than your foundation (remember, your foundation should match your skin almost exactly).

Note: Patting instead of rubbing sets in the concealer better. 

Watch video for how to apply concealer the proper way. You will see how she uses the concealer at the start of the video. 

Applying the concealer is an important stage as it sets as a base to your next step, which is foundations. I will be doing a post about different types of foundations and BB creams.