As I've promised, I'm going to teach you how I do my dewy, glowing skin makeup look without having to use expensive products. All the brands I will be mentioning are available in drugstores ( Watsons preferably) and department stores. The dewy, moisturized, and glowing foundation routine has been topping the list of the most popular makeup looks. In this tutorial, I won't be using any highlighters, but instead I am going to use some alternatives that worked for me. I'm sure this will also work for you :)
Materials:
1. BB Cream - I have two BB creams: Holika Holika Clearing Petite BB Cream and Shawill BB Cream
2. Tinted Moisturizer - Elf Tinted moisturizer ( choose your own shade)
3. Facial Mist - I use the one from The Face Shop Jeju Marine Pure Water Facial Mist for only P 250 4. Foundation brush
5. Loose powder
6. Concealer - essential 3in1
Steps:
1. Facial Mist - Spray facial mist all over the face. Spray 20cm away from the face then tap gently to set them on the skin.
2. Moisturizer - Put a very small amount of moisturizer just enough to coat the whole face lightly. Avoid the nose area because it tends to aggravate the oiliness ( if you have oily skin).
3. Conceal.
4. Mix an ample amount of tinted moisturizer and bb cream at the back of your hand. Then dip a foundation brush to apply it on the face. Make sure to cover everything below the jaw.
5. Set the lower points of the face ( the one that doesn't reflect too much light) with powder. Do not put powder at the T- zone, cheek bones, and the bridge of your nose. Cover the face light enough that you wouldn't matttify the shine.
Done!
Note: May not be suited for oily skin. This routine is best worn during cold climate.
Thank you very much!
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Sabado, Marso 22, 2014
Linggo, Marso 16, 2014
Natural Makeup Series: Foundation Routine (Matte)
I'm a fan of natural makeup! Before we start doing such cool look, I would like to explain two ways on how you can make a smooth and flawless base before applying the colors.
You can either do a matte base or a dewy base.
1. Matte - Matte has been around since then. This is a good preference for those with oily skin, as it obviously absorbs excess sebum in the face. It also curtails a clean, smooth, and flawless canvass if the right products are used. Most of the makeup products we see in the market are intended for achieving a matte, oil-free look, making them really easy to access. There are liquid foundation creams that mattify upon application although their consistency can be creamy. In short, no one wants an oily face so people try to get rid of it as much as possible. Sebum functions as a natural lubricant of the skin and has a weak bactericidal action, but too much of it can attract bacteria and germs which cause acne. Powder only does the real trick and nothing more than that.
2. Dewy - the newest makeup fad in town! Although highlighters were invented and have been around for so long, the dewy skin look was re-introduced by Koreans recently. The rise of K-POP and K-DRAMA allowed us to take a thorough look of Korean women's makeup look which consists of a fair, flawless canvass with minimal amount of dark colors. A dewy base gives you a glowing skin that reflects when hit by the light. No, I'm not talking about oily skin here. Grease makes your face dirty and dark, but this kind of glow will simply cause your skin to radiate. However, this look tends to be a little picky. This may not work for oily skin (it will aggravate the oiliness even more, producing more grease. Yikes.) or for those with bumpy skin, although the bumps can be concealed. The light-reflecting feature will work best on clear skin. BTW, regardless of your skin tone or skin color, you can still make a dewy base. What we need to work out here is to make the high points of your face reflect in the light.
MATTE LOOK - EASY STEPS ON HOW TO MAKE A MATTE LOOK
Most of you are very familiar on how to make a matte look. That's great! Kung sa bagay, iyan naman palagi ang ginagawa nating base lol.
Here is how I actually do mine:
Materials/Products Needed:
* Concealer - Essence 3 in 1 Concealer (can be bought in SM department stores for less than P200)
* A Liquid Foundation - I recommend Max Factor Long Lasting in Soft Beige (Maybe a bit costly but it has the best coverage and holding power so far) or any Ever Bilena/Careline Liquid Makeup Base
* Powder - Maybelline Cake Foundation
* Powder Brush
* Foundation Brush - I use the Elf brand
Steps:
1. Using your finger, swipe an ample amount of concealer in beige/skin tone hue. To conceal redness, dab the green shade around the pimple/red spot then top it off with the beige shade. For undereye circles, use the orange/pink shade to counteract the dark cast then top off with the beige shade. Use a tapping/patting motion (tap-tap-tap) when applying with a finger.
Rationale: Instead of blending it out completely, tapping/patting on the spot allows the concealer to set on the spot itself, thus concealing it completely.
2. Squeeze a pea-size amount of liquid foundation at the back of your hand. Blend it a little then dip the foundation brush. Apply the cream on the face, filling the surface completely. Control the amount.
Rationale: Hands or sponges can be used to spread the foundation, but brushes work best in covering large pores and smoothing out rough spots. Sponges can be too harsh for the skin as it produces friction (if you rub it vigorously).
3. Lastly, apply powder. Use a brush to spread it all over the face. Make sure to cover the oiliest spots such as the sides of the nose and the T-zone. To make a long-lasting coverage, moisten the brush (or a sponge if you still prefer) before applying powder.
Retouching tips: Simply re-apply powder when retouching. Girls with oily skin tend to grease up easily after only a few hours so make sure to keep a pocket foundation.
Extra tips (:p) : To help with oily skin, avoid greasy foods as much as possible! While it is unavoidable to eat fried foods, please reduce your intake if you love your skin :) Wash face at least 3x a day with a good facial wash or a mild soap. Pond's has a good oil-control facial wash which helps reduce oiliness throughout the day. If you're using that variant, wash your face only twice a day as it can be drying if overused.
Ta-dah! We're finished!
***** If you reached this part, I really thank you for reading my first article :3 *********
Next post will be covering the dewy foundation routine. Pictures will be coming soon!
Bye!!!! Maraming salamat po sa pagbabasa.
- Maria
You can either do a matte base or a dewy base.
1. Matte - Matte has been around since then. This is a good preference for those with oily skin, as it obviously absorbs excess sebum in the face. It also curtails a clean, smooth, and flawless canvass if the right products are used. Most of the makeup products we see in the market are intended for achieving a matte, oil-free look, making them really easy to access. There are liquid foundation creams that mattify upon application although their consistency can be creamy. In short, no one wants an oily face so people try to get rid of it as much as possible. Sebum functions as a natural lubricant of the skin and has a weak bactericidal action, but too much of it can attract bacteria and germs which cause acne. Powder only does the real trick and nothing more than that.
2. Dewy - the newest makeup fad in town! Although highlighters were invented and have been around for so long, the dewy skin look was re-introduced by Koreans recently. The rise of K-POP and K-DRAMA allowed us to take a thorough look of Korean women's makeup look which consists of a fair, flawless canvass with minimal amount of dark colors. A dewy base gives you a glowing skin that reflects when hit by the light. No, I'm not talking about oily skin here. Grease makes your face dirty and dark, but this kind of glow will simply cause your skin to radiate. However, this look tends to be a little picky. This may not work for oily skin (it will aggravate the oiliness even more, producing more grease. Yikes.) or for those with bumpy skin, although the bumps can be concealed. The light-reflecting feature will work best on clear skin. BTW, regardless of your skin tone or skin color, you can still make a dewy base. What we need to work out here is to make the high points of your face reflect in the light.
MATTE LOOK - EASY STEPS ON HOW TO MAKE A MATTE LOOK
Most of you are very familiar on how to make a matte look. That's great! Kung sa bagay, iyan naman palagi ang ginagawa nating base lol.
Here is how I actually do mine:
Materials/Products Needed:
* Concealer - Essence 3 in 1 Concealer (can be bought in SM department stores for less than P200)
* A Liquid Foundation - I recommend Max Factor Long Lasting in Soft Beige (Maybe a bit costly but it has the best coverage and holding power so far) or any Ever Bilena/Careline Liquid Makeup Base
* Powder - Maybelline Cake Foundation
* Powder Brush
* Foundation Brush - I use the Elf brand
Steps:
1. Using your finger, swipe an ample amount of concealer in beige/skin tone hue. To conceal redness, dab the green shade around the pimple/red spot then top it off with the beige shade. For undereye circles, use the orange/pink shade to counteract the dark cast then top off with the beige shade. Use a tapping/patting motion (tap-tap-tap) when applying with a finger.
Rationale: Instead of blending it out completely, tapping/patting on the spot allows the concealer to set on the spot itself, thus concealing it completely.
2. Squeeze a pea-size amount of liquid foundation at the back of your hand. Blend it a little then dip the foundation brush. Apply the cream on the face, filling the surface completely. Control the amount.
Rationale: Hands or sponges can be used to spread the foundation, but brushes work best in covering large pores and smoothing out rough spots. Sponges can be too harsh for the skin as it produces friction (if you rub it vigorously).
3. Lastly, apply powder. Use a brush to spread it all over the face. Make sure to cover the oiliest spots such as the sides of the nose and the T-zone. To make a long-lasting coverage, moisten the brush (or a sponge if you still prefer) before applying powder.
Retouching tips: Simply re-apply powder when retouching. Girls with oily skin tend to grease up easily after only a few hours so make sure to keep a pocket foundation.
Extra tips (:p) : To help with oily skin, avoid greasy foods as much as possible! While it is unavoidable to eat fried foods, please reduce your intake if you love your skin :) Wash face at least 3x a day with a good facial wash or a mild soap. Pond's has a good oil-control facial wash which helps reduce oiliness throughout the day. If you're using that variant, wash your face only twice a day as it can be drying if overused.
Ta-dah! We're finished!
***** If you reached this part, I really thank you for reading my first article :3 *********
Next post will be covering the dewy foundation routine. Pictures will be coming soon!
Bye!!!! Maraming salamat po sa pagbabasa.
- Maria
Sabado, Marso 15, 2014
Magandang Gabi!
Gabi kasi nung ginawa ko 'tong post na 'to, kaya magandang gabi :P
Hi everyone! This is my first post in my new blog Filipina Beauty- A Makeup Blog.
Before I start posting threads or articles, I'd like to introduce myself first. My name is Maria, but you can also call me Ria o Mar. Ah! Whatever suits you. I am from Philippines and I'm a pure Filipino citizen. This is my first time to write a blog entry so if you have any suggestions to improve my content, don't hesitate to drop by comments below. I apologize for my dull Blogger theme because I'm still finding cool themes that I can use to decorate my space. :P (So, nag-apologize pa talaga sa readers? Chos!)
The reason why I decided to make a makeup blog is to impart my knowledge and share my passion. I love makeup, but I rarely put on makeup in school or what. I still consider myself conservative but 'maarte' in a different way lol. Btw, I will be using local makeup products that are easily accessible in my country. I created this blog in order to share my ideas on how I actually experiment with the products I have. Most of you may be feeling overwhelmed by how expensive the products that other makeup tutorials teach you to use. Hmmm, in the following articles that I will be posting, I will teach you to be creative with the products you have, without having to spend so much.
Because I'm a newbie, I am seriously open to comments, suggestions, and reactions!
Email me at sweetpopsicles33@gmail.com
I speak English, Filipino, and Ilonggo lol. Babush!
- Maria
(Samantha Kreston is an alias)
Hi everyone! This is my first post in my new blog Filipina Beauty- A Makeup Blog.
Before I start posting threads or articles, I'd like to introduce myself first. My name is Maria, but you can also call me Ria o Mar. Ah! Whatever suits you. I am from Philippines and I'm a pure Filipino citizen. This is my first time to write a blog entry so if you have any suggestions to improve my content, don't hesitate to drop by comments below. I apologize for my dull Blogger theme because I'm still finding cool themes that I can use to decorate my space. :P (So, nag-apologize pa talaga sa readers? Chos!)
The reason why I decided to make a makeup blog is to impart my knowledge and share my passion. I love makeup, but I rarely put on makeup in school or what. I still consider myself conservative but 'maarte' in a different way lol. Btw, I will be using local makeup products that are easily accessible in my country. I created this blog in order to share my ideas on how I actually experiment with the products I have. Most of you may be feeling overwhelmed by how expensive the products that other makeup tutorials teach you to use. Hmmm, in the following articles that I will be posting, I will teach you to be creative with the products you have, without having to spend so much.
Because I'm a newbie, I am seriously open to comments, suggestions, and reactions!
Email me at sweetpopsicles33@gmail.com
I speak English, Filipino, and Ilonggo lol. Babush!
- Maria
(Samantha Kreston is an alias)
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