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Hola Beauties! The makeup world is enormous these days; there are so many products, tools, and techniques available that can be overwhelming if you are starting with makeup; trust me, even sometimes I can’t even get on top of the latest trends or products. This is why I want to share a few Makeup tips for beginners that will give you the basics for a good look if you are new to the makeup world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Disclaimer: <\/strong>There may be affiliate links in this post. If you purchase through these links, I may make a small commission at no cost to you.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Understand your skin tone and undertone <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You need to know your skin tone and undertone to find the right foundation shade. Skin tone refers to the color of your skin surface, categorized into four main types: Light, Fair, Medium, and Dark. Skin tone can change based on sun exposure; for example, I go from a medium to a darker tone when I tan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Undertone is the natural color that is under your skin’s surface. There are 3 prominent undertones:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm:<\/strong> People with a warm undertone have hints of peach, golden, and yellow colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cool: <\/strong>People with a cool undertone have hints of blue and pink colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Neutral:<\/strong> People with a neutral undertone have a mix of warm and cool undertones, very similar to their skin tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An easier way to identify your skin undertone is by checking your veins. If your veins look greenish, you have warm undertones; if they look blue or purplish, you have a cool undertone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have neutral undertones, your veins may match the color of your skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, my skin tone is medium, and my undertone is neutral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. Know your skin type<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is fundamental to know your skin type<\/strong><\/a>, so you know precisely what formulas and ingredients are best for your skin. Avoid wasting money on unsuitable makeup products that won’t deliver the results you expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Know your eyes and face shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a beginner, it is good to know your face and eye shape for makeup application; I am not going to get into detail ( I will be writing one in detail soon), but based on your shape, you can apply your products differently. For example, my face shape is Oval, so I apply my blush and bronzer upwards towards the temples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My eye shape is Hooded, so I apply my eyeshadow with my eyes open and above my natural crease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Basic makeup starting kit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first thing you need is makeup; if you want to start with a good makeup kit, it’s important to mention that you don’t need expensive products to succeed; many excellent, affordable, and drugstore products will give you high-end results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another essential point to mention is to start with the basics. You don’t need to get every foundation, primer, setting powder, etc.; look for products that match your needs and build from there. You can expand your collection later, but for now, focus on the basics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can check articles with the best drugstore makeup products in my Makeup<\/a><\/strong> section if you need some recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Always prep your skin<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A good base is essential for good makeup, regardless of the foundation’s price or quality; if you don’t prep your skin, your makeup will fall apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I talk about skin preparation, I am not talking about a makeup primer; it’s about the skincare routine before makeup application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can have a basic skincare routine, <\/strong><\/a>but ensure that you apply a good moisturizer before using foundation or any product that provides coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Have good makeup tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Makeup tools are essential for achieving a good look with your makeup. It doesn’t matter how good a product formula is, but the results will not be pretty if you don’t have good quality tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You don’t need expensive tools; many affordable products are fantastic; all my makeup brushes and sponges are from the drugstore, so keep that in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ensure you have a good set of face and eyeshadow brushes, and consider adding a good makeup sponge. You dont need many of them; get the essentials to start and add more to your collection if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is a list of the brushes that, in my opinion, are necessary to start your makeup kit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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