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Nail the Light Makeup Look!

Aayushi Mehra

There are days when we are going on a casual movie date, brunch with friends, or just running errands. We want to look superb these days too, but we don't want a full face of makeup. That is when light makeup looks come to the rescue. Here's how to nail the perfect light makeup looks:

Steps to do a Light Makeup

Step 1: Moisturize your skin - Always start by moisturizing your face with a light moisturizer. Use one with a high SPF if it's daytime to protect your skin from harmful rays. Use Plum Chamomile and White Tea Sheer Matte Day Cream SPF 50 during the daytime. The chamomile will leave your skin feeling moist and fresh, and SPF 50 will keep the UV rays at bay. During the nighttime, you can go for the Colorbar Spotlight Illuminating Lotion. It will give a soft glow to your face, and its light-reflecting will make you feel like you are in the spotlight.

Step 2: Apply primer to your face - Just because it is going to be a light makeup look, doesn't mean you can skip the primer. Go for a primer that will keep your skin moisturized but will also be light. You can opt for the Maybelline New York Fit Me Primer Dewy+Smooth. It is perfect for fixing uneven skin tone. The Vitamin E in this primer will keep the skin light and moisturized. This primer is best suited for dry to normal skin. People with normal to oily skin can opt for the Maybelline New York Fit Me Primer Matte+Poreless. It is a melting gel-cream primer that ensures a long-lasting matte look.

Step 3: Use a lightweight foundation - Same as the above, make sure your foundation has a hydrating formula and is very lightweight. You can achieve a perfect light makeup look only when your face feels light. For makeup for dusky skin, you can go for Faces Canada Weightless Matte Foundation with Grape Extracts and Shea Butter Shade Natural. This is perfect for daily use and is dermatologically tested.

Step 4: Put some color on the cheeks - Yes, the makeup is going to be light, but some color on the cheeks will make it look fresher and give that perfect dewy look with a makeup blush. You can go for the Lakme Face Sheer Blusher - Sun Kissed, especially during the day. It has a sponge applicator and highly pigmented elements to give you that natural blush look.

Step 5: Rock some simple eyeshadow - You can change the eyeshadow based on the occasion. Doing light eye makeup can get a bit tricky, but here are some great products you should try. If you are doing light makeup for a party, try the Swiss Beauty Ultimate Eyeshadow Palette Kit - Multi 05. If you want to rock shimmer makeup, you can go for the Wet n Wild Color Icon Eyeshadow Glitter. Some light makeup for a wedding look can include the Sugar Cosmetics - Blend The Rules - Eyeshadow Palette 01 Flawless, which will give you long-lasting, smudge-proof eyeshadow.

Step 6: Use a pencil eyeliner - Some people cannot go without eyeliner, and that's totally okay. However, for a light makeup look, make sure to use an eyeliner pencil. Use MyGlamm LIT Matte Eyeliner Pencil - On Fleek - or Revolution Relove Kohl Eyeliner Nude to get the perfect light makeup look.

Step 7: Apply mascara - Don't just use mascara because it'll help define your eyes even when you are going for a light makeup look. Get a good mascara to keep your eyelashes from falling off. Use Maybelline New York The Colossal Volume Express Waterproof Mascara Black or Faces Canada Magneteyes Range 3 in 1 Black. You can also opt for a brown shade of mascara if you feel that would be more suited to your light makeup look. Apply it in the correct way so that your eyelashes don't feel heavy.

Step 8: Put some color on your lips - Be careful with this step, as putting the wrong shade can completely throw off the look. Opt for a nude shade and a moisturizing one too. This is because a crusty lip is never a good look. Go for Clinique Chubby Stick Intense Moisturizing Lip Color Balm Super Strawberry. You can also opt for a lip gloss like the NY Bae Gloss Getter Lip Gloss - Caramel Cashew that is lightweight and non-sticky.

Step 9: Set your light makeup look - Even if it's light makeup, you'll want to make sure it stays through the day. Get a nice setting spray for your makeup and leave your makeup worries behind. Go for Sugar Cosmetics - Grand Finale - Setting Mist with SPF 30 to get long-lasting makeup and sun protection.

Wear your light makeup look with confidence and go about your day. Keep your partner and friends guessing how you're glowing without heavy makeup on your face.

FAQs

 

1)Can I do light makeup without using foundation?

Yes, you can. But be sure to prepare your skin properly and use concealer to get a flawless look.

2)Which goes first, eyeliner or mascara?

You should apply the mascara last, add volume, and define the beautiful lashes. For a light makeup look, don't forget to use a pencil eyeliner, so you have more control over how much pigmentation you want on that eyelid.

3)Can you wear eyeliner on the lower eyelid?

Yes, you can. But be aware of the width of the line. For a light makeup look, make sure it's really thin so that it doesn't tank the balance of the look altogether. Avoid giving yourself a dark circle look with too much eyeliner on the lower eyelid.

4)Can I use cream in a light makeup look?

You can use CC cream to get light coverage while doing your light makeup look. It'll help your skin feel moist and give you a nice dewy look. Choose one with SPF if you're going out during the day.

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About Aayushi Mehra

Aayushi is a writer at Purplle.com. A beauty, lifestyle and fashion enthusiast, she also loves to watch K drama and listen to KPop music, and travel through the holidays. She is always reading makeup blogs or watching makeup tutorials to up her game & reflects the same in her expert makeup blogs. Besides this, she has a nose for elegant & sophisticated perfumes for every occasion and she should be the go-to person for all your fragrance needs. Aayushi is free spirited and enjoys sharing her experiences with the readers.