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I'm not sure how to apply it. My face always looks fuzzy even from far away. What moisturizer is good to use? What parts of my face do I apply the foundation, anyway?
(I'm going to get a makeup sponge)
I'll like sites with pictures ^^ (link)
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Alright, here's my recommendation to you for applying makeup.
It's important to not to use too much, and I personally don't recommend a sponge - using your fingers apply it much smoother and evenly.
-Make sure you choose the right color - if you don't it will show more.
-Less is more - don't apply too much.
-Start with very little - you can always apply more.
Now about skin - your skin greatly affects how makeup is applied.
If you have very dry skin start with a moisturizer - but put it on a good 10-15minutes before you intend on putting on the foundation.
If you have oily skin make sure you get a Oil-Free foundation, and don't forget to use a toner/cleansing product on your skin first.
If you have both (oily patches/acne/dry skin) it's important to sort your skin out before you worry about makeup. I (for example) get zits once and a while, but my forhead is VERY oily and my cheeks are VERY dry. So I start with a cleansing product all over my face (to reduce zits/oil) and then apply Extra Gental moisturizer (not lotion) to my face, only on my cheeks and dry patches.
Now, where to apply the makeup
Start with dabbing some on your cheeks, forhead and chin (minimally). Then just rub it around (don't try to rub it into your skin - then it goes into your pores and clogs them and causes the foundation to be very visable). Your goal with it is to just even your skin out. (If you have major acne spots/zits use a cover up to only blot those spots).
I think that's everything. Just remember, it takes time to find the right combination for your skin. Don't get frustrated and only add one thing at a time so that you can see what works and what doesn't. When something works keep it!
Oh, another though, wash it with a face cloth once a day (morning) and rub to exfoliate skin. And at night use a makeup remover that is especially suited for your skin.
Just a personal note - my favourite skin products are the Dove line of extra-sensitive moisturizers/facewashers/toners/cleansers/makeup remover/exfoliating clothes.
And my favourite foundation is Mabelline Dream Matte Mouse. Its soft/light and doesn't look like you're wearing makeup at all!
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ok so im still young and im allowed to start wearing makeup.. i wanna know know tips that will help me look pretty and not slutty and is good for a 13 year old.. i have pretty pale skin but not that pale. i have blue eyes and light brown hair. thx i really need some help cause i have no idea how to wera makeup.. omg please dont ask me to ask my mom lol (link)
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Alright! So heres my suggestion to you!
Don't go overboard - with makeup, less is more.
And please don't wear crazy blues and purples on the eyes.
Being as young as you are, you want your youth and beauty to show through, so i recommend very little or no foundation/coverup unless you're battling acne or having a really bad zit day.
Otherwise go with natural coloured eye shadow. My recommendation - A nude colour on your lids and progress to the crease (where your eye socket sits) and use a slightly darker nude/taupe colour. Definitely wear a little mascara, but only on the top lashes. Both of these tips will enhance your blue eyes (Trust me, I have bright blue eyes and it works).
As for your lips, lipstick makes a statement. Don't go too dark - it will make you look gothic.
Don't go too light - it will make you look washed out.
Don't go too red - it makes you look (old lady) slutty.
Go with a shade slightly different from your own lip colour (in whatever tone/colour you want). I recommend coral or burgandy (but light shades of course). Personally, my favourite lipstick is Almay Truly Lasting Colour. It's a little pricy, but the two-in-one does give lasting colour.
I hope this helped - and I know I didn't tell you anything durastic, but when you're 13, I know you want to look/act more grownup - so I say go as natural as possible so you don't look like you're trying to hard.
O and ps - even without makeup, you're beautiful - remember that, nobody is worth your time if they dono't love you without makeup.
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