Chapter 4

FACE

The basics—under-eye concealer, foundation, and powder—are the secret to a great look. If the basics aren’t right, the makeup won’t be either.

PREPARING THE FACE FOR MAKEUP

Begin with these steps before applying any makeup.

Analyze the type and condition of the skin. This will determine the combination of skincare and makeup formulas to use. The condition of your skin changes each
day, so make an assessment each morning.

Decide which products will improve the skin’s current condition. That includes determining what weight moisturizer(s) are appropriate and whether an oil-
controlling gel, a skin-soothing lotion, or a combination of skincare products is needed. Understanding how various ingredients work and the range of options
available to you is important.

Choose the right foundation formula for the skin type and condition. Options include stick foundation, lightweight tinted moisturizer, denser tinted balm, fuller-
coverage liquid foundation, powder, and oil-free formulas.

Select the correct foundation shade for the skin tone. It is important to select the foundation shade first.

Select an under-eye concealer one to two tones lighter than the foundation, and determine if a corrector is needed.

Select the perfect shades of powder to ensure that makeup stays fresh looking and lasts for hours. Choose a lighter powder to set concealer and that will double as
an eye primer, and a deeper shade that works with the foundation tone. Test the color of the powder on the skin after applying foundation.