Creating Perfect Skin

Creating Perfect Skin

Applying a flawless makeup look takes skill, but working with good skin certainly makes the process easier.

While it is possible to cover up just about any skin imperfection with makeup - including acne - smooth clear skin makes achieving this look much easier.

If you haven't already done so, then get into a good skin care routine. It doesn't have to be complicated.

Simple skin care regimens deliver great results if used on a regular basis.

''Amazing skin begins with good skin care.''

Flawless Skin Preparation

Professional makeup artists clean the client's skin even if they've already done it themselves. Trace elements of cleansers that might interfere with application are removed with a toner.

Any eye puffiness is reduced with a simple home remedy for puffy swollen eyes and then an under eye cream is applied.

The lips are exfoliated with a combination of methods. Usually a light lip exfoliator works best. Try using a homemade lip exfoliator with the methods outlined on the exfoliating lips page.

A smooth base makes a big difference in lip looks - especially pale lipstick looks.

Makeup Tips For Foundation

Now that your skin is prepared for a perfect makeup look it's time to insure that any products go on smoothly. Use your best makeup primer !

No professional makeup artist is without one and in fact they usually have several different ones on hand. It helps makeup glide on.

Spot treating for any discoloration is done two times. Both before and after applying foundation. Professional cover up concealers are used because they contain higher concentrations of pigment. These pages on Makeup Notebook explain how to conceal: