NUDE MAKEUP- The Do's & Dont's

The trend of nude or minimalist makeup is big right nowl. It is also perfect for the summers where one wants to look pretty, but not overdone. Looking at pictures splashed across magazines, you may decide that the nude look requires less or no makeup. However, the opposite is true. To achieve that flawless nude look, you require makeup as well as skill. While it may be dificult initially, it is not impossible. Following these simple tips you will be closer to attaining that fresh look.

It is pertinent to remember that nude makeup looks best on skin that is flawless and glowing. So a concealer is going to be your best friend here. Nude makeup is about having a fresh face, nude glossy lips and smoky eyes. The key factor is that your lips should look natural. Colour should be kept to a minimum. Just add a coat of light coloured gloss. For your eyes, line it with a black eyeliner and two coats of mascara. Voila!! You are ready to go.

YOU WILL NEED:

• Concealer
• Lip balm
• A lip gloss with a slight tinge of pink or peach
• Black eyeliner
• Mascara
• Either a tinted moisturiser or a foundation that is light in texture and transparent with a powdery finish.

DO

• Use a suitable foundation
• Use a concealer
• Use lengthening mascara to enrich your eyelashes against dark circles.
• Use a cream or beige eye shadow in a shade close to your skin's natural one.
• Remember to cleanse and moisturise your skin before starting.
• Try tinted moisturiser instead of regular foundation.
• Remember to use products as close to your skin tone as possible.

DON'T

• Use too many colours. Stick to the neutrals, like beige, peach and rose.
• Overdo on concealer as it will highlight that part of the face.
• Dab too much concealer on your lips. It will only make it look untidy.
• Use too pale a shade as you will end up looking ghostly.
• Forget that minimum is the way to go for nude makeup.
• Think that this look calls for special cosmetics. All you need to do is choose colors that match you skin tone.