 Make Up
Make Up Tips
Pinkdiscount.com sells many different types of Foundations, eye products, lip products, mascaras and cheek colors that can help you get that perfect look you are trying to achieve. Here are some helpful tips for applying and finding the right make up product you are looking for.
Getting Started:
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Always apply make up to clean skin (follow your cosmetic and skin care routine).
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Be sure to apply your make up in a well-lit area.
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Make sure you have all the correct make up brushes, applicators and products you need.
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You can also use a magnifying mirror to check your blending and overall smoothness.
STEP 1:
Foundation
Be sure to select a foundation that matches your skin tone as close as possible. Using the flat, smooth surface of a round, nonporous synthetic sponge, pour some foundation onto the sponge, then transfer the foundation in dots and dabs all over the face and the eyelids. You can also use your fingers to transfer the foundation in small spots from the bottle to your face.
Use your sponge to blend the foundation down and out over the face. Use the edge of the sponge without foundation, you can also turn the sponge over to the clean side, to dab or buff away any excess product.
Do not apply foundation on the neck or under the chin. If you are using a foundation with SPF for sun protection, you must apply a complete, even layer over the entire face. A thin or too sheer application will not provide adequate protection from the sun.
STEP 2:
Concealer
Use a good concealer that is one or two shades lighter than your foundation. Apply it in a small arc around the inside corner of the eye. Using your fingers or a concealer brush, blend the concealer out evenly by dabbing and buffing. Try to Avoid pulling or tugging the skin under the eye.
Be careful not to spread the concealer onto areas where you don’t want it. You can also apply concealer to the eyelid if that area is dark or, as a way to help eye shadow cling better. For concealing facial discolorations such as freckles, blemishes, or red spots, use a concealer that matches or is just slightly lighter than your natural skin tone.
STEP 3:
Loose Powder
After you apply the foundation and concealer, dust a light layer of Loose Powder over the entire face and eyelids. Apply the powder with a large, full, round brush.
Try and avoid using a sponge or powder puff, as it will put too much on the face. Pick up some of the Loose Powder on the full end of the brush, knock off the excess, and brush it on using the same motion and direction as you did for the foundation (down and out).
Loose Powder works well for touching up throughout the day to tone down excessive shine.
 STEP 4:
Eyeshadow
Usually, the lightest Eye shadow color is applied to the entire eyelid and to the edge of the eyebrow. Select a deeper color from the same or a complementary Eye shadow color family to shade the crease.
Practice your application and blend well; you do not want to have obvious edges of color.
Also, lighter colors bring things forward and highlight, dark colors recede and add depth and shading.
STEP 5:
Eyeliner
Position the brush, pencil, or applicator as close to the lash line along the eyelid as possible.
Use the eyeliner to draw a line from the inner to outer corner using one continuous motion, following the shape of the eyelid. As a general rule, try not to extend the line past the outer corner of the eye or hug the inner area of the eye at the tear duct.
Start with a thinner line and repeat if a thicker line is desired. The line along the lower lashes should be thinner and a less-intense color than the upper liner. Make sure that the two lines meet at the back corner of the eye. As a general rule, the larger the eyelid area, the thicker and softer the eyeliner should be. The smaller the eyelid area, the thinner and more intense the liner should be.
Try and avoid lining the rim of the eye for obvious health reasons.
STEP 6:
Eyebrow Shaping
Use a brow definer that closely matches the color of your brows rather than your hair color or a color you think would look better than what already exists.
Working in the direction the hair grows. Use a light touch, with short, quick motions, and avoid the temptation to exaggerate the shape of the brow by arching it severely or extending the brow into the temple area.
STEP 7:
Mascara
Apply mascara to the lower lashes by holding the wand perpendicular to the eye and parallel to the lashes (using the tip of the wand). If necessary, use a tissue to wipe excess mascara off the brush before applying to the lower lashes. Chose from many different mascaras such as lash lengthening, Ultimate, or endless performance depending on you specific needs.
STEP 8:
Cheek Color
Using a cheek color brush, apply cheek color along the full line of the cheekbone brushing down and back toward the ear. Remember to knock the excess powder out of the brush to avoid applying too much, If so use your sponge to soften any hard edges.
 STEP 9:
Lipstick and Lip Liner
You can use a Lip Liner to draw a definitive edge around the mouth to follow when applying lipstick, and a lip brush to control your application.
A standard tube of lipstick makes too wide a mark for some lips and too narrow a mark for others. If your lips are small, it is best to use a lip brush; if your lips are large, the only reason to use a lip brush is to improve your accuracy, especially with deeper shades such as red.
Line the actual shape of your mouth. Do not use corrective techniques that make the mouth look larger or longer, especially for daytime make up--it almost always looks like a mistake.
If you want your lipstick to last, apply more of it and don’t blot; blotting takes off several layers before you’ve even left the house.
Remember:
Good brushes are essential for applying make up:
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Use soft, pliable brushes. Avoid hard or stiff brushes.
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Use a brush that is the correct size for the area of the face you are working on. Avoid brushes that are too large or too small.
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Remember to knock the excess powder off the brush before you apply the color to your face.
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Brush on the color gently with short even strokes; avoid wiping or rubbing the brush across the face.
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Gently wash your brushes every month or so. | 
