7 years ago by
I remember one day (not so long ago!!!)(sigh) sitting in front of a makeup artist at a photo shoot and hearing him ask me: what is all that?
Yes. At the time I was pretty tired, and I was starting to see my first wrinkles really settle in, bags under my eyes becoming sort of permanent, and the only thing I could think of was: MORE MAKEUP!!!
Turns out, I had it all wrong.
Instead of making me look happy and good, the layers of foundation and concealer were only making me look like I had something to hide.
Yes, makeup can make skin look glowy and wake up any exhausted face, but it has to be done right. It’s not about quantity, it’s about the right choices and the right techniques. Since then I’ve learned, and I feel much better in my skin!
Today we have some great advice for you, in collaboration with Tayaba, from the amazing Laura Mercier team, who knows a thing or two about natural looking glowing skin!
FOUNDATION
What it does: Helps create naturally even skin (note to self: it doesn’t cover blemishes, so don’t overdo it).
Picking the right shade: Swipe it across your jawline and make sure the shade disappears – if your face and your neck still match – you’ve got yourself a winner!
How to apply: With your hands or a brush, blend evenly all over your face until it looks even down to your décolletage.
BLEMISH CONCEALER
What it does: Covers imperfections (you know, the nice way of saying zits).
Picking the right shade: Well, you’ll need two. One that covers the actual blemish, one that reduces the surrounding area that will likely (and unfortunately) have redness.
How to apply: Dab only where you need it until it blends seamlessly, especially in the area surrounding the blemish.
UNDER EYE CONCEALER
What it does: Fixes the area you notice first… those bags under your eyes.
Picking the right shade: Yes, this is different than the 2 shades of blemish concealer. You want to find a tone with a hint of gold that disappears when you apply it on the darkest part of your eye.
How to apply: Dab from the inner corner of your eye anywhere you see darkness, but don’t go past your cheekbone and don’t use it on the side nearest your temple – that’s where it will show the most!
BRONZER
What it does: Creates a subtle contour and that perfect “I just got back from Costa Rica” look – what more could you want?
Picking the right shade: Going a few shades darker than your natural skin tone will give you the most natural look, rather than making you look like you applied self-tanner in the dark.
How to apply: Start with a translucent powder! This will prevent build up of the bronzer powder. Then lightly dust the areas of your face where the sun hits: high on your cheeks, into your hairline, the tip of your nose, and a little on the chin.
And there you have it, everything you need to know to keep the right shade and leave your apartment every morning looking exactly like Nane…well maybe not, but close!
Magnifique ce make-up naturel!!! <3
Xxx
Julie, Petite and So What?
This was fascinating. More like it, please.
Love these tips! Also, it may be helpful in the future to include photos of before each application step. It’s difficult to tell how each product affects the look unless it is presented in a stepwise fashion and it may be especially helpful for those of us who don’t have great skin to being with!
Agree!
Quid des BB/CC crèmes ? Je ne peux plus m’en passer…
She’s lovely but why not use an older person as a model since we are talking about wrinkles and imperfections? She’s flawless. I would have loved to see you, Garance, as a model with before and after pictures. You are beautiful and more mature like than the model.
I totally agree. Older women have a challenge with age spots, wrinkles etc. How do you handle that with makeup? Often older women look worse with makeup on.
Très joli ce maquillage naturel ! ?
Christine
Moi qui – je l’avoue – suis totalement nulle en make up, j’apprécie d’autant plus ce petit mode d’emploi ! Vraiment très instructif !
Nane est radieuse :)
Des bisous!
Mido.
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I love the top Nane is wearing. Can you let me know the brand?
Love the top she is wearing also! Please let us know what brand please!!!!
This is great, thanks! Beautiful, true, honest and educative! More please!