Makeup is used to improve features, disguise imperfections and enhance a person’s overall appearance. Though easy to apply, a perfectly made up is not achieved with just that. Makeup should be complimentary to the person’s skin tone, eyes and skin color. Once applied it should also be well blended to avoid looking like a clown.

Useful makeup application techniques should be followed to make makeup work for you and not against you:

• Moisturize. Applying makeup to dry skin makes it appear flaky, lifeless and unflattering. After washing and toning the face, a moisturizer that’s right for your skin type should be applied. It is also encouraged to select a moisturizer with SPF to protect the face from harmful UV Rays.

• Foundation first, concealer after. Some people take care to apply their concealer to hide dark spots and pimples, only to have it erased once they put in foundation. Foundation should be applied first and blended well into the skin. Concealer should then be applied right after; this way concealment of imperfections will last even longer.

• Aim for full impact. A full impact makeup look is well-coordinated and matching for example your eyeshadow should match one item in your outfit.