YOUR MAKEUP PRESCRIPTION

Susan Carter

The Tools

PrimerStep 1 –

A Primer prepares your skin for your foundation by smoothing out your pores and filling any fine lines. It can be easily applied just with fingers.I have included two options for you to choose from.

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It can be easily applied just with fingers & should be applied all over the face and underthe jaw evenly.

BaseStep 2 –

Base coats come as various options, Tinted Moisturiser to a Foundation, depending on how much coverage you are looking for.Below are the selections based on your preferred coverage. Choose a colour that is a good match to your skin tone so that it looks natural.

Your base coat can be applied using a sponge or a foundation brush, make sure it is blended well around the jawline and hairline.

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Step 3 –

Blusher should give the appearance of a healthy glow, be careful not to apply too heavily, build up gently and blend well

Blusher

Apply on the apples of the cheek from about the mid point of the eye and in an upwards and outwards direction. By smiling you will find the correct spot.

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PowderStep 4 –

Powder will help to set your foundation and make it last longer, it will also prevent streaking during the day, helping to keep a fresh look.

Apply powder lightly using a large brush and swirl it all over the face, paying particular attention to the areas that usually become shiny i.e the forehead and nose.

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Eye Make-UpStep 5 –

Eye Pencil will add definition to your eyes - for days when you want a less made up look just use an eye pencil and mascara.

Apply Eyeliner above and below and below the eyeit can be smudged to create a softer effect for daytime.

Eye Make-UpStep 6 –

Eye Make-up will enhance your eyes and can add depth and dimension to your eyes, as well as complementing the eye colour.

Use a light colour over the bottom half of the lid and a slightly darker shade in the corner of the eye. Then add a mid tone colour in the crease of the eye blending with a blender brush. Use a highlight colour just up on the orbital bone under the high point of your brow. Blend the colours together with your lightest shade.

MascaraStep 7 –

Mascara is the finishing touch to the eyes, when applied correctly it should not be the focus, it should just enhance your lashes.

Using an eyelash curler to lift the lashes away from the eye & make it easier to apply mascara. Start at the base of the top lashes and wiggle the brush to the end of the lash as you apply, this will help prevent clogging. You can add a second coat if you wish. Using the same motion apply mascara to the lower lashes.

Lip PencilStep 8 –

Lip Pencil will help to define the area to be covered with the lipstick, it will also help to stop bleeding away from the lips

Starting from the cupids bow work outwards to the corners, then working from one corner on the lower lip work straight across. If your lips are not symmetrical you can correct them with the lip pencil. Once you have outlined your lips fill them in using the pencil, this creates a base for your lipstick and will make it last longer.

Nude Pencil Red Pencil

LipstickStep 8 –

Lipstick is your finishing touch. For every day use your neutral shade, for days when you are wearing “your” pink (pink for cool, peach for warm) use your pink lipstick. For days or evenings when you want a glamorous look, use your carefully selected red.

Using a lipstick brush again starting from the cupids bow, work out to both sides, then working from one corner on the lower lip fill in across the lip work straight across. Blot your lips with a tissue and re-apply a second coat.

LinksThe ToolsSponge Face Brush Set Eyes Brush Set Eyelash Curlers Full Set of Brushes with Bag Lip Brush

Eye PencilClinique Liner - True Khaki Laura Mercier - Nightfall Chanel - Oasis

MascaraClinique - Black Brown Yves Saint Laurent - 03 green

PrimersAutograph Stila

BlusherClarins - Rosewood Laura Mercier -Peach

PowderLaura Mercier Autograph

Base Too Faced Giorgio Armani

Eye Make-Up PalletsZoeva- Mixed Metals Dior - Fascinate

Lip PencilBobbi Brown -Nude NYX - Red

LipstickPinkLaura Mercier - Creamsicle Every DayM&S Rose Lace RedBobbie Brown - Burnt Red