Just like we can admire the boldness of a dramatic makeup look, we can also appreciate the beautiful finish that the use of minimal cosmetics creates. Don’t get me wrong – I love a scintillating glitter cut crease or dolly doe-eyed look, but it always feels good to go out and shine with your natural complexion.
By using a light touch, you can emphasize and enhance your physical features without the need for too much product. This has several potential benefits when done long-term:
- Become more comfortable with your appearance
- Maintain clear skin by not disrupting the skin barrier
- Save money over the long haul
If you’re wondering about how to enhance your features using the smallest amount of makeup then keep on reading:
Eyes
As they say “Eyes are the windows to the soul,” since they’re captivating, it only takes a few steps to enhance this area. Awaken your appearance by applying a few dots of concealer under your eyes that are a shade 1-2 lighter than your foundation for a brighter look.
To open up your eyes, take a lash curler and clamp your lashes for about 10 seconds. You can follow this up with 1-2 coats of your favorite mascara for added length.
Eyebrows
Thicker brows can be brushed out using a spooly and shaped using brow pomade, such as the Glossier Boy Brow in the color clear. You can also try the trendy soap brow if you’re willing to take more time to groom them.
If you have sparser eyebrows and would like them thicker, lightly fill them in with an eyebrow pencil or instead use a dark eyeshadow. Afterward, they can be cleaned up and shaped using a bit of concealer. You can also try a colored eyebrow gel to achieve fuller-looking brows.
Cheeks
Rouge can enliven your appearance. Blending a small amount to the apples of your cheeks also gives a natural, youthful flush. You can purchase from a range of different colored blushes, they’re usually sold in powder forms but liquid blushes have also been raved about in recent times, such as these by Rare Beauty.
However this is likely not necessary, you can work with products you already have instead. Try dabbing into a peachy eyeshadow or use your favorite blendable lipstick as your blush.
Lips
An everyday lip shade that complements your skin color is ideal for a natural look, such as light pink or rose. Whether you enjoy using lipsticks, lip glosses, or lip balms, doesn’t matter, a product that is comfortable on the lips should be considered and embraced when going fresh-faced.
If you’re having a tough time finding the right color, the Winky Lux lip balms work with your pH levels to create a shade of pink that suits you just right!
As you can see, radiating with a near-bare face doesn’t break the bank and requires minimal products you most likely already own. We hope you have fun doing your makeup and confidently walk out into the world.
XOXO,
Your Fashion Bestie
