Natural makeup: how to master the art of “no makeup makeup”?

This end of the year 2023 marks a turning point in the history of beauty because a real return to nature is underway. Both in the field of hair (where coloring tends to get closer and closer to the natural color of the hair) and in that of make-up… The most minimalist looks are highlighted. But after so many years of refinement, how do you achieve the ideal “no make up make up”? Let yourself be guided!

With a focus on your skincare routine

If you want to opt for a more natural make-up, It’s important not to skimp on your beauty routine. And more particularly on stages chemical exfoliations (allowing the elimination of dead cells and other residues present on the surface of the epidermis, activating cell renewal) and hydration. This last pillar is essential because it allows the skin’s protective film to remain perfectly waterproof and healthy in order to protect the epidermis from all external attacks such as pollution.

Obviously, The sun protection factor is also very important as it will act as a barrier against all the harmful effects of the sun. To be applied every day, all year round (yes, even in winter), it will allow your skin to avoid the phenomenon of premature aging and of course, you will thank us later.

Opting for a less covering foundation (when possible)

Covering foundations are very practical for hiding imperfections and redness. The problem is that they also tend to give that waxy effect that we don’t always want. To avoid this, the full coverage concealer + light foundation combination is our best ally.

While the first will allow us to cover small pimples and other small spots, the second will offer an illuminated and luminous effect to the skin. If you have combination or oily skin, don’t panic, Today there are light formulas, which give light without offering great shine effects. And if you want to enhance your T-zone, you can always use a mattifying powder where you need it.

Set aside the bronzer in favor of the blush

Bronzer is very practical for reviving the complexion, but The end of 2023 marks the advent of blush. Ideal for awakening the skin and achieving a more naive look, this beauty essential apply to cheekbones, temples and even eyelids if you want to achieve a complete look.

Filling in the eyebrows sparingly

Gone are the days when eyebrows had to be ultra-worked. Today the pencil is used sparingly to fill in some areas where hair does not grow such as the head or tail of the eyebrow. It can also be used to plump up the mass slightly to give the impression of a fuller arch. What matters most, however, is their shape. The idea? Use a setting pomade to hold the hairs upwards to lift the look and achieve a similar effect to the eyebrow lamination method.

Working on the eyes without overdoing it

Put aside liners, kohl and eyeshadows with too strong colors. The year 2024 will be the year of the return to natural eyes. To enhance it, a little brown eyeshadow will allow you to highlight the hollow of the eye while a nude and pleasantly iridescent version (to be defined based on your skin tone) to be placed on the mobile eyelid will allow you to bring light to your eyes. Finally, a touch of brown or black mascara will complete your beauty look.

If these few steps seem a little basic or too extensive compared to your usual routine, you can obviously adapt them to your sauce so that it can respond to the specificities of your skin and your needs/habits. But the main thing is there, so enjoy!

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