A Complete Makeup Guide For The Handsome Men

After reading the title, I’m pretty sure this question would have either way popped in your head. Do men wear makeup??? Or, to be specific, Should men wear makeup?? Rewinding to 20 years back, the answer is no. peddle to current, oh this area is now booming sky high.

Cosmetic brands are developing more beauty products that specifically cater to men. From just gels and shaving creams to a concealer and broad brows, makeup in the men’s section has taken the lead.

But what exactly comes under makeup for men??? Well, that’s the exact reason why we’ve put together a complete men’s makeup guide that will get you set for any occasion. 

Here are our expert tips and guide you need to look your absolute best: 

Primer for Men

To get that even-toned, flawless complexion, you need the perfect canvas to start it off. And what better than a primer. A primer preps the skin for everything that follows, and this step allows easier penetration and smooth finishing with long-lasting makeup durability. Some do skip this step, making it a no big deal but adding this has its perks. Besides just the flawless canvas, a primer can sometimes provide oil-controlling, hydrating or sun protection benefits making it a skin win situation.

Purplle’s Best Picks

1. NY Bae Blurin’ Primer With Vitamin E- For All Skin Type

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2. Swiss Beauty Real Makeup Base Highlighting Primer- Natural Tint

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3. NY Bae Pro Primer- Orange Colour Correcting Face Primer

4. Purplle True Jewel 24K Gold Primer- Matte

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BB / CC Cream for Men

If your looking for skincare+makeup, a BB/CC Cream is the perfect suitor. Made to achieve a natural but healthy complexion,n a BB (Blemish Balm) hides all unwanted spots. A CC (Colour Correcting) reduces the appearance of age spots and redness with light coverage. 

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. Stay Quirky BB Cream With Spf 20 - Draught Beer Light - 01

2. SUGAR Cosmetics Goddess of Flawless Spf 30 + BB Cream - 07 Vanilla Late (Fair)

3. Garnier Skin Naturals Bright Complete BB Cream 

4. Swiss Beauty Skin Care CC Cream Foundation Natural -Beige

Foundation for Men

Foundation. This pick can be a little tricky and worrisome among the guys, but if applied correctly you can ace all your looks like a pro. Still didn’t understand why it’s a dangerous scene? Allow us to mansplain. Just like during construction the foundation is the pillar of support, in makeup, it bears a load of all the other products after this step. This allows effortless blending with a flawless finishing touch. Now you might wonder why a foundation when a BB/ CC cream does the work???! Thicker than a BB/CC cream, the foundation is ideal for masking imperfections, evening out skin tone and more importantly making you look a young champ. Before you start, find the one that blends seamlessly with your skin tone. Opt for a liquid foundation that can be blended with a beauty blender. And you’re ready to move to the next step.

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. Maybelline New York Fit Me Matte + Poreless Liquid Foundation 

2. Stay Quirky Daily Wear Liquid Foundation Fair Skin Matte - Secret Sand 

3. Lakme 9 To 5 Primer + Matte Perfect Cover Foundation - Warm Creme W120

4. Purplle Caffeine Comrade Foundation For Fair Skin - Macchiato Comrade

Concealer for Men

Love bites, baggy eyes, pre-date breakout??? This one is your man’s saviour. I assure you this one has been the only thing a man might know, heard and used to from the makeup world. Usually stolen from a sister or girlfriend (just kidding ;p), this magical invention works by blending imperfections into the surrounding skin. This magic wand covers dark circles, hangover hints, or even one night stands effortlessly, making it a man’s all-time favourite undercover agent.  

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. NY Bae Foundation Concealer Contour Color Corrector Stick Roaming Roosevelt - Toast 7

2. NY Bae Conceal & Conquer Liquid Concealer - Fair 01

3. Insight Cosmetics Pro Concealer Palette Corrector 

Contour for Men

Those 2 plates of extra pav with Amul butter can cause a lot of skin crises. Maybe easy on the tummy but the extra pounds on the face won’t give you that chiselled jawline. So what about taking a break and get on a diet?? Is that the solution?? Nay! Maybe that is one fit bit way but in the makeup world, we have a personal trim and slim master that does the trick in minutes. Contouring is the best thing that has happened to make up to date. From face lifting to the edgy jawline, this wonderful piece does it effortlessly without a sweat. Just draw the formula right onto your temples in a thin line and bring it to your cheekbones. Continue by drawing a thin line down each side of your nose and blending it in circular motions till the lines disappear. And you’re ready to take the boys on the floor down with your jaw-striking looks. 
 

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. Stay Quirky Concealer Contour Colour Corrector Stick For Wheatish - Dusky Skin 

2. SUGAR Contour De Force Face Palette -03 Fierce

Eyebrow Makeup for Men

When it comes to men’s grooming, it’s most of the time about the beard and hair. But what about the eyebrows? Grooming and defining your eyebrows can make all the difference in your appearance - they’re essential in making your facial features pop. Both men and women tend to have thick, fuller brows or sleek ones. But in the end, it does need a little maintenance. Whatever shape, size, or visually the brows, be a brow gel, definer, or fix, will turn your brows up a notch. You can easily brush in upwards motion with the brow wand and keep those unruly arches in check. This will not only give you masculine, spikey brows but also lush, well-groomed brows that will be the next best thing any girl would fancy about. 

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. NY Bae Brow-klyn Bridge Eye Brow Pencil - Black

2. Stay Quirky Eyebrow Pencil - Brow -n To Be Wild Fierce Brown

3. Blue Heaven Brow Perfect Eyebrow Enhancer - Grey

Lip Balm for Men

That dayuum smile. Oh, that smirk. I can’t get over those lips. We know this is one of those many things about a man that catches a woman’s attention. To get those soft, kissable lips, we girls go from lip scrub to moisturizing and cleansing it right on time. Unlike for men? That doesn’t exist. The easy way out. One lip balm. Yes, yes, men don't prefer using this one. (kudos to the minority of men that do) Opt for matte, moisturizing formulations rather than glossy ones. This will heal dry, chapped lips and leave a natural touch. To keep it cool, dude and natural, go for balms free of fragrance, preservatives or dye. And one more thing, just in case you want to do a last-minute touch up to get those kisses and smiles tonight, lips balms come in handy, pocket-sized shapes. So just remove and wand up to plump, fuller lips.  

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. Purplle Childhood Besties Lip Balm With SPF - Rose 

2. NY Bae Lip Pouting On Broadway Lip Balm - Lemon Lime Poutin’ 1

3. Good Vibes Lip Balm - Vanilla

Beard for Men

Patchy, unruly beards are not quite the side you’d want to present at any occasion. Here’s where our eyeshadows come from. Don’t look confused. Eyeshadow/ Eyebrow pencil can also do the patchwork trick other than adding hues of colour and definition to your eyes. All you’ve got to do is first get a highly pigmented eyeshadow palette, fill in the gaps with the deepest shades (best suited for your beard colour and gently dab and blend in with the rest of your beard map. Wanna know one more thing? This genius also helps in covering up shaving mistakes like they never existed. See told you it could do more than the eyes. 

Purplle’s Best Picks:

1. Swiss Beauty Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette Kit 7

2. NY Bae Blinkin’ Eyeshadow Black - Central Park 12

So, gentlemen, don't wait up wondering if you should even put on some makeup. If you want that date to go well or strike the right first impression, better get on with these tips that are sure to get you looking damn good. 

We’ve stocked up everything you need, Sir. Just click on purplle.com and stock up as quickly as you can.