How to Apply Makeup for Beginners – Step 2

Conceal

Next, apply concealer below your eyes to brighten up your face and draw attention to your eyes. We recommend the Maybelline New York Super Stay Full Coverage Under-Eye Concealer for its power to mask dark circles while also keeping the delicate under-eye area hydrated.

Dab on Blush

Cream blush is extremely popular because it is easily buildable and creates a pretty, totally natural-looking flush. Dab the Maybelline New York Cheek Heat or the Urban Decay Hydromaniac Dewy Liquid Blush onto the apples of your cheeks and extend up toward the temples using a rounded brush for a youthful glow.

Highlight and Contour

Add a bit of a liquid highlighter, like the NYX Professional Makeup California Beamin’ Face and Body Highlighter, along the top of your cheekbones, on the cupid’s bow, the center of the chin and on the bridge of your nose to brighten up the areas of your face where the sun naturally hits. Then, swipe a contour powder along the sides of your nose, along the forehead (near your hairline) and hollows of your cheekbones to add some shape and dimension to your complexion.