Looking good without makeup is one of the great challenges of the beauty world. Currently, natural beauty is highly valued. Therefore, more and more celebrities are deciding to show themselves naturally on social networks. Showing off her less conceited side and proving that you do not need to wear layers and layers of makeup to look beautiful.

“No makeup” effect without makeup
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Although naturalness is in fashion, few dare to 100% #NoMakeup. Yes, it is okay to look natural, but sometimes it does not have a good effect and can make them look scruffy. Also, some women have a hard time leaving the house without makeup. For this reason, the trend of “makeup no makeup” emerged. This has a good time being part of the favourite styles of many to look natural and without makeup. But the truth is that they do wear makeup! Only in such a subtle way that it gives the impression that they do not have a drop of it.

Well, making yourself look good without makeup is possible. If you apply this “makeup no makeup” technique you will get a natural, but very presentable look. Most likely you will notice that she is made up, but the fact that it is something so soft and delicate will draw a lot of attention and you will realize that it is not necessary to overload your face with dozens of makeup products.

What should you do to look without makeup?

The steps to get look good without makeup, are essentially the same as in a full makeup. Starting with a skincare routine and then continuing with makeup. It is important to note that in this type of very natural makeup it matters more how much product is used than which ones. This is because the key to the success of natural makeup is the use of few products.

Makeup foundation

After the routine of skin care and hydration, the foundation is applied. For this “no makeup” technique, you will need to consider three details with your foundation. First, it should be the same shade as your skin. Not a tone below, much less a tone above. The intention is to look natural, so you must take care of that detail and choose the foundation tone well.

Second, it should be light and of medium coverage. If you wear a high coverage one, you will run the risk of achieving the opposite effect. A good full coverage base is heavy, it will hide all your features like freckles or moles and that is not natural. It should be a foundation that matches your skin tone, but allows it not to be overloaded.

And thirdly, the most recommended foundations for this type of makeup are the popular BB cream. This product has become very popular lately. Despite not being high coverage, it offers other benefits that make you fall in love. It is highly hydrating, contains sunscreen, it can also be used as a makeup primer, and will not look heavy. Due to its fluid texture and medium-low coverage, it is ideal for this “makeup no makeup”.

There is a light coverage foundation, the “cousin” of the BB cream, the CC cream. This is very similar to the previous one, it offers the same benefits. The only difference is that you have more coverage, since they are more pigmented. Its function is to homogenize the skin tone. But without becoming heavy as a high coverage base.

Concealer

In order to look good without makeup, it is necessary to cover a few imperfections of our face. The undesirable dark circles and pimples can be very natural. But not covering them can make us look tired and even careless. The concealer should not be very high coverage because they are thick and it takes more work to blur them. Also, if we are going to use a medium coverage foundation, it can be a bit difficult to combine both products. This should cover, but without being too exaggerated.

The concealer should be applied before the foundation. Also, it should blend very well so that it is not overly noticeable. Remember, it is a “makeup no makeup”, the details must be taken care of.

Highlighter

This product is essential for this type of makeup. With it, it will be possible to give a natural and healthy shine to the skin. It is best to choose those with a liquid and fluid texture to blend it better with your fingers and make it look natural. Forget about that dreamy illuminator that is capable of blinding people when they look at it. What you want to achieve is a delicate “glow” on the face, with small flashes typical of hydrated and beautiful skin.

Blush

With this product, like the previous one, you should not exaggerate. It is a natural look, nothing is overloaded. So you should choose a shade that is subtle and delicate according to your skin colour. The pink and peach tones are perfect. To give that natural colour to the cheeks, it is best to use a little cream blush and apply it with your fingertips. This will make it look light, like that touch of pink that we get when exposed to the sun.

If you do not have cream, do not worry! You can achieve the same effect with blush powder. Only, in this case, you must apply it with a blush brush. Use little quantity and blend it very well.

Eyeshadows

Eyeshadows in this “makeup no makeup” are not strictly necessary. But these without a doubt, will help to complete the look. You will need to choose one or two neutral shades. That they go well with your skin, but that you do not see exaggerated. Apply a lighter shade for your mobile eyelid and a slightly darker shade to mark the depth; blend it well so it does not look too sharp. Ideal shades are warm such as light browns or soft oranges.

Eyelashes mascara

This is essential in any makeup, without it, you will look incomplete. This helps open the eyes and even if we only wear the mascara on our eyes, they will always be made up. For this look, you should select one that helps to lengthen the lashes, without them being heavily loaded. Remember not to wear false eyelashes in natural makeup.

Lipstick

For this type of makeup, we will wear lipsticks in very light tones. The nudes tones are perfect. Although if you are one of those who like to have lip colour, the pink or peach tones come in handy. You can even make use of lipsticks, whether or not they will give a natural touch to your lips. In addition, if you apply a moisturizing balm on them, your lips will look great, with a beautiful natural shine. Be careful with lip ink! If you apply it in excess, it will achieve the opposite effect, your lips will look smudged and not so natural.

As you could see, getting a “makeup no makeup” is not that difficult and you do not need big things. You also do not need to buy special products. With the same basic products in your makeup case you can do it. If you want to look groomed without wearing a lot of makeup, this is an excellent alternative. Do not hesitate and try it!

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