How to Apply Makeup

Pigment makeup gives your skin tons of color and shine, and lasts all day without the need to reapply. Pigments are used for eye shadows, blush, and lipstick. The colors are so vivid and intense you need to be careful when applying. A little goes a long way . . . so read below for simple tips and tricks when applying.

Step 1: Pigments will best stick to skin that is well hydrated, so be sure to add lotion prior to applying.

Step 2: Pigment makeup that comes in a pallet, use a q-tip or rounded tipped brush to apply. Pigments that come in powdered form and are best applied using an angled brush.

Step 3: If using the powered form of pigment makeup gently tip the jar into cap or lip. Give the cap or lid a light shake to distribute the makeup evenly.

Step 4: Make sure that the mineral powder adheres evenly to the brush, and then gently tap the brush on the edge of the lid to remove any excess.

Step 5: Once the shadow is onto the q-tip or angled brush, close your eyes to apply eye shadow in a sweeping motion from inside out.

Step 6: Smile and apply the blush to the apples of your cheeks in a gentle circular motion.

While holding a hand-held mirror check up close on the magnifying sides to make sure you don’t have too much color on your eyes and cheeks. Do the same on the non-magnifying side in plenty of light. Use a damp cotton ball or q-tip to remove and excess pigment makeup.