 Make-up in 5 Minutes
By Karinda Ristic
Professional Make-up Artist
As woman we play so many different roles – the successful business women, the caring and loving mother, the supportive wife. Our main focus is to balance all of these roles and still try to look our best. I certainly do not have more then 5 minutes in the morning to do my make-up and I also do not know of anyone else that has more then 5 minutes to do their make-up.
We need to apply our make-up in minimum time and obtain maximum results. Let me guide you in achieving the perfect look in just 5 minutes.
1 Minute
Start applying your foundation over the areas where the skin needs to be evened out. This will give your skin an even tone an instant radiance. If you have a good skin you can simply apply a tinted moisturizer. If you feel that you need that extra bit of coverage, use a liquid foundation.
2 Minutes
To lighten dark circles, apply concealer under your eyes. By lightening this area you give the eyes a fresh bright-eyed look. You can use the concealer to cover any blemishes or imperfections on the skin. After applying the concealer, use a large powder brush and dust loose translucent powder over the skin. The powder will take away the shine and stickiness on the skin. It will also help the foundation to last longer and to give you a crease-free look.
3 Minutes
Dust a highlighter eyeshadow over the entire eye space. This will lighten the area and make the eye area look larger. Use a natural medium tone eyeshadow and blend the shadow over the lower lid up to the crease of the eye.
4 Minutes
Line your upper lashes with a dark eyeshadow. Use an eyeliner brush to apply the shadow. An eyeliner pencil will give you a very strong dramatic look, whereas the shadow and brush will soften your look. Apply black or brown mascara on your eyelashes.
5 Minutes
Smile and dust a natural shade of blusher on the apples of your cheeks. Blusher adds colour to your face and gives your skin an immediate flush. Finish off your look with a touch of gloss on your lips.
And voila… you have created a picture perfect look in just 5 minutes. You can start your day on a fresh and positive note. And you have plenty of time left for all your other responsibilities.
Note: This article was posted on http://www.destinyconnect.com/blogs/karinda/archive/2008/11/03/makeup-in-5-minutes.aspx (3 November 2008)
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