Natural makeup is a term used to refer to makeup that looks natural after it’s applied. In other words, you’ve applied makeup that doesn’t make you look like you’re wearing it. It looks natural, not cakey, heavy, or fake!

Ultimately, makeup should enhance your features, not over power it. During the day, it’s best to wear subtle splashes of makeup colors that draw out your own facial features, like big brown eyes, high cheek bones, or luscious lips! Nighttime is the right time to wear more makeup because the lighting is dimmer than during the day.

Your complexion consists of many tones and undertones. Foundation makeup should blend these tones to a neutral color. Red undertones can be balanced with a buff foundation and dull or sallow tones can add color back by using a beige foundation, which contains a hint of red. The idea is to create harmony with what nature has provided for you.

Colors are hot this year so be sure to add it when you can. Use neutral colors to enhance your own facial features. If you have brown eyes, wear brown or green shadows. If you have blue eyes, use a pretty shade of gray or blue that naturally draw out your eye’s color. Another great idea is to use colors found in the specs of the iris of your eyes. Apply colors that compliment what you’ve already got and you’ll look more natural.

How to Apply Natural Makeup

1. Think of makeup application in the same way you think about painting a picture! If you don’t start makeup application with a clean face, you are only drawing a dirty picture. (an artist always starts with a clean canvas) Always begin with a clean, toned, and moisturized surface. After you’ve applied moisturizer, allow it to absorb for 10 minutes before you apply any makeup.

2. Decide which colors look best on you. If you don’t know, think about your wardrobe. Which outfits do you like the best? Chances are that the colors in those outfits are the colors that look best on you. Use them in your makeup application!

3. If you need to get rid of dark under eye circles, dot a concealer on the dark areas and blend it into your complexion.

4. Apply foundation makeup. Crème foundations are specifically designed for normal to dry skin types. Liquid foundations are made with a water base, and do well for normal to oily skin. The best foundation for all skin types is mineral makeup. Mineral makeup can be applied all over your face, or in specific areas to neutralize undesirable undertones. Mineral makeup is usually applied with a brush. It also won’t cause acne and it typically lasts longer! The more you use, the better coverage you get.

5. To keep eye makeup natural, stick to neutral shades. Shadow colors such as taupe, brown, pink, peach, and mauve give freshness to the eyes without overpowering them. Liners can be black, brown, green or blue. Use whatever colors blend well with your complexion while complimenting your eye color at the same time. Use the same guidelines for mascara application or try clear mascara to enhance the length of the lashes only. Neutral colors allow enhance your natural features by complementing the iris of the eye. When applying natural makeup, keep the color families the same for eyes, cheeks, and lips.

6. Blush should look natural with no lines of demarcation. Blend them into your cheeks, tip of the nose, and center of the forehead and chin. When you think about blush, think about where sunlight naturally hits your face. Apply blush to those areas.

7. Natural looking lipstick should be muted colors or sheer. Stick with colors that blend with your lips natural undertones. If your lips are naturally pinkish, use a light pink creme lipstick or sheer pink lipstick and so on. Use colors that allow your lips look more natural. Apply a dab of lighter colored lipstick to the center of the lips to emphasize fullness. Tinted glosses are top sellers and excellent for adding a sprinkle of color and sheen all in one.

8. Finish makeup application with a gentle puff of translucent loose powder, which will help to set your makeup. Brush out any lines of demarcation you find.

You will have a more natural look if you take a few extra moments to think about the process and plan out what colors you’ll use and what makeup you buy. Natural makeup means you don’t look like you’re wearing any and should add subtle hints of color that compliment your natural beauty.

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