Whether you call it clean beauty, natural makeup or minimalist makeup, this look is all about making your makeup look as close to your skin as possible. That means using lightweight coverage, cream or liquid formulas and a light hand to avoid a cakey finish. Plus, a few spritzes of a setting spray can help keep your makeup looking fresh all day long. This simple everyday makeup tutorial shows how to get a beautiful, glowy natural look that’s perfect for every season.
Makeup artist CC Clarke uses a few key products to achieve this natural makeup tutorial. First, she preps her skin with a lightweight moisturizer to hydrate and create an even canvas. Then she applies a tinted moisturizer to even out the skin tone and hide any blemishes or redness. She then dusts a bit of translucent powder over the base to set it. Finally, she adds a bit of blush on the apples of her cheeks to give her a healthy-looking flush. She also applies a bit of highlighter to the tops of her cheeks and forehead for a subtle glow. She finishes off the eyes with a little mascara to enhance them and a clear brow gel to groom her eyebrows.
When it comes to eyeshadow, the key is to use a neutral shade that closely matches your natural lip color. You can even apply a lighter shade all over the lid, then add a darker one to the crease for definition. Blend it all well with a brush for a seamless look. For mascara, wiggle the wand gently as you run it through your lashes to prevent clumping.
To complete the natural look, apply a bit of concealer to any blemishes or dark circles under the eyes. Then, she brushes on a bit of powder to help her makeup last all day. Finally, she spritzes a few spritzes of her favorite setting spray to keep the makeup looking fresh throughout the day.
While this makeup routine is simple enough for everyday wear, it still takes time to master. Luckily, this video offers an easy-to-follow step-by-step guide to help you look as flawless as possible. The most important thing is to properly prep the skin before applying any makeup. That means cleansing, toning and moisturizing with a light moisturizer, like the L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives Micro Hyaluronic Acid + Ceramides Line-Plumping Water Cream.
Another essential tip is to use a foundation that’s slightly lighter than your natural skin tone so it looks more natural on the face. Then, you can easily build up the coverage with a concealer or highlighter if needed. When it comes to blush, a cream formula with no shimmer is best for a natural glow. The ‘W’ technique, where you put on four dots of blush in the shape of a ‘W’ across your face, is another great way to add a light and diffused flush of color. Finally, a clear brow gel and a bit of lipstick are all that’s needed to achieve this no-makeup makeup look that’s both easy and beautiful.