STEP 1 Before applying makeup, use a hydrating moisturizer and eye cream. Dot foundation on your forehead, chin, the bridge of your nose and the apples of your cheeks. On the forehead and cheeks, blend in an outward motion; on the chin, blend in a downward stroke. Start with a tiny amount since it's better to start light and build slowly to get the desired finish.
STEP 2 Apply concealer to the eyelids and under the eyes using a concealer brush. Remember, "less is more." Too much results in creasing. It should also be used to cover blemishes and as a base coat for the lips.
STEP 3 Use a brow brush to apply a rich brown shadow to the eyebrow in short strokes. Make sure the color is blended to create a natural shadow effect.
STEP 4 Working with an eye blender brush, apply sheer iridescent shadow to the brow bone only. Apply a light bone shadow to the rest of the lid. In the crease, apply a warm taupe and blend well with your brush. Make the crease color soft and natural.
STEP 5 To line the eyes, wet a pointed liner brush and dip it into black eyeshadow to create a modern version of liquid liner. Start a narrow line at the top inner corner of the eye and gradually thicken, tapering off at about 1/8 inch beyond the outer corner of the eye. Line the inside of the upper lash line and the very inner corner of the bottom with black eyeliner. Curl the lashes and apply two coats of mascara.
STEP 6 Contour the cheekbones with a light pink cheek gel. Dab a small amount on the back of one hand. Pick up a small amount with your fingertips. Lightly dab and pat the color onto the face, starting just below the cheekbones and working toward the hairline.
STEP 7 Use lip liner to define the lips. Seal in the outer corners of the mouth with the pencil. This gives the lips extra definition and depth. Use a lip brush to blend the liner into the lip to erase any signs of a definite line. Apply a rich red lipstick to the lips with the lip brush, starting from the corners and working toward the center. Then, dab a small amount of lipgloss with the brush and lightly dab it over the color. Be careful not to smudge or disturb the color you've just applied.
