Applying make up can be either a highly enjoyable or daunting task.   This podcast covers the basics from my experience working with some of the best make up artists in New Zealand on events and also having many discussions and instances of trial and error myself.  

My top 10 tips (as usual haha) are:

• Moisturise first


• Pay attention to your lighting and mirror 


• Brushes are important - basics are: 
  
  • Eye shadow brush 
  
  
  • Blush brush 
  
  
  • Powder brush 
  
  
  
  


• Brows next as they frame the face


• Eye make up before foundation 
  
  • Base in colour that suits your skintone – cream, white, then a mid colour on centre and dark in C shape on corners 
  
  
  • Eye liner on upper lids 
  
  
  • Blend and clean up under the eyes afterwards
  
  
  
  


• Mascara - For the longest lashes, start by applying mascara on the top lashes, and be sure to coat the entire lash. For a natural look, apply just one or two coats, but if you’re going for a bold look, apply a third. Bottom lashes only need one coat, regardless of how many coats you apply to the top


• Foundation – always a skin match – persevere until it is right
  
  • Consider blending a couple to get right tone
  
  
  • Apply with a sponge or fingers for lighter look
  
  
  • Apply concealer 1st
  
  
  
  


• Blush – cool or warm toned - it always feels heavy first off then settles 


• Highlighter and powder to seal the deal


• Lips – always last Before you do anything else, scrub the lips with a toothbrush to remove dead skin cells that result in a dry, cracked look. Use a lipliner that is just darker than the lipstick you plan to use. Whether you choose liquid or cream lipstick, pick a colour that works well with your skintone and clothes.  

Practice when you are not under pressure and enjoy the process!!