Easy Step-By-Step Guide To A Flawless Festive Makeup Look

How do you get a glam look that will last through photographs and a late dinner? So the simple answer here is to start by preparing the skin well, then apply products in the correct order and build the base in thin layers and let each one settle before the next. After that, place all your colour according to your outfit and finish with a setting spray, because most festive makeup fades out due to uneven preparation so I have mentioned 8 easy, simple steps below. You all can follow the exact order used by makeup artists and we have also included tips for oily and dry skin and beginners, so follow them in sequence and adjust only the colours to suit your outfit.

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Step-By-Step Festive Makeup Tutorial For A Flawless Glam Look

Step 1: Skin Prep and Primer

Clean skin will simply hold makeup better so firstly wash your face and apply a moisturiser suited to your skin type as you can use a lightweight gel for oily skin and a cream for dry skin. Then simply apply sunscreen for daytime events and wait a few minutes until it absorbs and then you can take a few amount of primer that will fill pores and fine lines so the foundation sits evenly.

• Choose a small amount of primer and press it from the centre outwards.

Step 2: Foundation

This is the main step in any makeup as foundation will even out skin tone and set the canvas for every colour that follows so pick the shade by swatching along your jawline in natural light. Whereas the right match will blend into the skin without any visible line and should always begin at the centre of the face while blending outwards towards the hairline and jaw.

• As we know, fingers work well for light coverage, so wash your hands first.

Step 3: Concealer

Concealer will correct dark circles and blemishes, whereas it brightens the areas that will need extra lift as we know that using two shades can be the right way of using concealer. Also you have to match your skin tone for covering spots and the other should be a shade lighter for brightening under the eyes, whereas some people apply concealer before foundation and others after so try both and keep the order that will give a smoother finish on your skin.

• Apply the concealer under the eyes and around the nose

Step 4: Powder

Powder will take care of the shine and secure the base from slipping off throughout the day because too much powder may make the skin appear dull and dehydrated. Hence, a big brush should be used to pick the product, pressing the bristles and removing extra powder by tapping it so that it is swept lightly on the face and pressed in the oily areas.

• First of all, the powder has to be dusted on the forehead, nose, and chin.

Step 5: Blush, Bronzer and Highlighter

Shape, warmth, and glow come from these three products where the cream form is applied prior to the powder form while the powder form is applied post the cream form. First comes the bronzer followed by blush and then highlighter; blend each of these to ensure that there are no harsh lines.

• Bronzer—Go with a colour two shades darker than the color of your skin at maximum and apply in the number 3 pattern from the forehead to the jaw line.

Step 6: Eyeshadow, Eyeliner and Mascara

Since the eyes would form the highlight of all your party makeovers, begin by using a light base colour for your lids and a darker colour at the outer edge and creases.

• Select gold or bronze tones for warm hues and use a soft brown tone for pastels.

Step 7: Lip Colour

Lips complete the facial makeup and play an important role as your eyes so before appling it gently exfoliate and apply a light layer of balm. Whereas in the next part give the balm some time to set into your lips and then trace the lip line with a liner of the same shade as your lipstick as the colour will stay longer by filling your lips with the pencil.

• You can opt for berry, brick red or nude shades for most skin tones.

Step 8: Setting Spray

Setting spray is the last step where powder and cream products are blended together so hold the spray at least eight inches away from your face and keep your eyes closed. Spray in an X shape and then in a T form to ensure that all areas are covered and allow it to dry without touching.

• Spray it again after getting dressed when you have plans to stay out for long hours.

How To Make Your Festive Makeup Last Longer

Long holidays will put any makeup to the test because when we are out with all the heat, food and hugging, there will be effects on our faces; therefore, get ready for that with the application of thin layers and only setting the oily parts. Have your touch-up kit in your purse with blotting papers, a compact and your lip colour.

• Have your mini setting spray for your evening spritzes.

Conclusion

To achieve that glam look this Diwali, follow this guide for everything you need, from skin prep to final makeup-setting techniques. Get ready to flaunt your trendy ethic outfit with perfect glam and flawless makeup. 

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