Tips for the Youngsters

This is a post that excites me, people! I guess I'm so excited because for me as a teen, it felt like no look was appropriate enough. Looking back on it I completely understand why. I have always liked my makeup a little dramatic, definitely not school OR age appropriate. So I have all the information to keep you happy without stepping on your parents' feet. Quick shout out to the teens who aren't allowed to wear any makeup. Remember that it's just right now. You will grow and eventually don't have to ask anyone for permission. My tip to you all is to keep practicing your craft. Can't wear it out yet but you can improve your skills until the time comes. I know it sounds corny but practice makes perfect.

We must be real, teens struggle with acne. Having a good skincare regime is important. So I actually suggest that you see a dermatologist if you haven't already. Once you have a pretty good grip on that area, then we'll move to the foundation. If you aren't allowed to really use it, then a BB cream is for you my friend. CC creams are basically a mix of primer, foundation and often sunscreen (which is a good thing). It will give you a smoothing finish with a natural look using foundation. If you can use foundation, (I suggest you don't use foundation if you don't need it) use it for the coverage you desire but don't overuse it. Make sure you use a suitable primer under your foundation too. Next, we have blush and/or highlight and I can keep it quick. Whatever color you use, use a light hand. On the apples of the cheeks for blush and on the side of the cheeks under the eyes for a highlighter .This will give you a soft glowy look.

With the eyes, I would pop a solid color on the lid. For Fair skin, a light pink, purple maybe even a blue. For medium to deep skin complexions may use an orange or brown. A good tip, use a glitter or regular gloss on just the lids. Plus a good lip gloss or tinted lip gloss can add that fire that you need on those lips too. Then last, the eyebrows are where you can do them how you like. Keep it natural though, you want it to tie into the look. Plus the over exaggerated look isn't and never has been cute.

Hope this helps

Peace & Love

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