The Beauty Routine
Enhancing your natural beauty is most likely very important. The numerous choices available can be extremely confusing. One of the most important concepts is to choose your products based on your specific type of skin. You may have sensitive, normal, oily, dry, light or dark skin. The best place to begin is with your moisturizer because this is the foundation for all of your other beauty products.
The Moisturizer
If you have dry skin, your best choice is a thick moisturizer. Creams are much thinner and best for hydrating normal skin. The best moisturizer for oily skin is a lotion. A light moisturizer should be used during the day and a heavier moisturizer during the night. The hydrating moisturizers are lighter and work best during the summer. Choose a moisturizer with a sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30.
Look for something free of fragrances and oils with natural antioxidants including chamomile and green tea. This will provide all skin types with a healthier and fresher look. If your skin is prone to acne, your pores will not clog from a non-comedogenic facial moisturizer. The best ingredients for dry skin include dimethicone and hyaluronic acid for hydration. If your skin is sensitive, use a fragrance-free and hypoallergenic moisturizer.
The Foundation
The right foundation provides a flawless base. The wrong foundation will enhance all your imperfections. If you have oily skin, choose a long-lasting foundation containing oil-absorbing clay or dimethicone to help keep the oil away. A powder foundation offers you a more natural look. A matt primer can be used for combination skin on the oily areas to keep cosmetics fresh and help control the oil. Look for a long-wearing foundation with no shimmer that matches your skin type. Oily areas should be set using a powder.
The wrong foundation can irritate and dry sensitive skin. Avoid any foundation containing alcohol or fragrance. Waterproof foundations will often clog your pores. Mineral makeup is good for sensitive skin, but pay attention to the ingredients. You should know which ingredients will irritate your skin and they should be avoided. Dry skin requires a foundation with a moisturizer to provide your skin with a healthy glow. Using an illuminating primer beneath the foundation is always a nice touch.
The Lash Boosters
It only takes four weeks to have the appearance of long, thick and lush lashes with a lash booster. This is a conditioning serum one should use for boosting up one’s lashes by applying it every night. Sometimes, it will eliminate the need to wear mascara. This type of product is easy to use. You begin by washing your face and removing your cosmetics. Make certain your lashes and lids are dry. Then, simply follow the directions on the product for outstanding results. Use the product each night until you achieve optimal results. Continue using the product to maintain your results.
The Lipstick
The best way to choose a lipstick is according to your skin tone. There are gorgeous shades available for fair, olive and darker skin tones. It is difficult to go wrong if you have an olive skin tone. The majority of red, pink, orange and nude tones will look sensational. Always try to match your lip colour with your outfit for the best effect. Fair skin tones look great with deep colours such as bold reds.
You should avoid anything with a yellow undertone and extremely light shades. This can make your skin appear washed out. Darker skin tones look sensation in deep reds, berries and plums. Try to avoid anything pale or light because the darker shades are a lot more flattering. Always remember you have to determine which colours flatter your complexion the most.
The Blush
If you have light or fair skin, choose a peach, light coral or soft pink blush for a more natural look. Deep peach, warm mauve and rich pinks are sensational for a medium skin tone. The deep peach will provide you with a nice pop of colour. If you have a golden or warm undertone, mauve, berries and rich pinks will provide you with a little more colour. You can achieve a natural look with deeper shades of peach, tangerine and warm browns.
Darker skin tones were made to wear tangerine, raisin, warm browns, berry and deep fuchsia. You can achieve a more natural look with a higher impact of colour by choosing a cream blush. Tones of light berry and fuchsia will provide a sleek, natural look. Try using tangerine for more colour. It is important to experiment with different shades to determine the look that is best for you.
Guest Blogger
Helen Cartwright, she can be reached at helen@helencartwright.com or through her website www.helecartwright.com
