How To Get The Perfect No-Makeup Makeup Look
Learn how to achieve a flawless no-makeup makeup look with our easy-to-follow tips and tricks. Get ready to look effortlessly beautiful!
We have a soft spot for those glamorous and daring makeup looks – the bold lips, the sultry smoky eyes, and even the glitzy eyeshadows that steal the show. But let's face it, most days, we simply crave that effortless beauty, that feeling of looking naturally pulled together before stepping out the door. That's precisely where our trusty go-to makeup look, suitable for almost any occasion, steps in. It's the "no-makeup makeup," and its mission is clear: to have you looking stunningly beautiful with minimal products, in minimal time. Let’s dive in and discover how to get no makeup makeup look.
Steps To Get The Perfect No-Makeup Makeup Look
Achieving a "no-makeup makeup look" isn't a one-size-fits-all concept. It's nuanced and varies from person to person. While some of you can't imagine skipping highlighter, others might prefer a more subtle approach without the shimmer. But don't worry, here are some basic steps you can follow t:
1. Prepare Your Skin For A Natural Glow
The first thing to achieving glowing skin and getting that perfect no-makeup look naturally is prepping your skin. Here are the steps to follow:
- Cleansing: Start with a gentle cleanser to remove impurities and create a clean canvas.
- Toning: Use a toner to balance your skin's pH levels and prepare it for hydration.
- Moisturising: Apply a lightweight, non-greasy moisturiser to keep your skin soft and supple.
- Serum (Optional): For added radiance, consider a brightening serum to plump and hydrate your skin.
- Hydrating Face Mask (Occasional): To lock in moisture, use a hydrating face mask as needed.
Simple Protect N Glow Vitamin C Moisturising Glow Gel
MRP: ₹449
You can use a brightening, glow-boosting moisturiser such as the Simple Protect N Glow Vitamin C Moisturising Glow Gel. it contains the winning combination of Vitamin C and Niacinamide to give you naturally glowing, clear and bright skin. It is also infused with Yuzu Lemon, Ginger, and Pentavitin that give 72 hours long hydration for soft, smooth, bright and glowing skin. The added Plant-based Pentavitin technology in this moisturiser boosts skin’s renewal process and resets skin 2x faster for dewy, fresh, and glowing skin.
2. Flawless Canvas With Primer
Primer fills in pores and fine lines, creating a smooth canvas for your makeup and extending its longevity.
- Primer Selection: Choose a primer that suits your skin type, whether it's hydrating, mattifying, or illuminating.
- Application: Apply a small amount of primer evenly across your face. Focus on areas with larger pores for a smoother appearance.
Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Foundation Primer
MRP: ₹3300
Try out the Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Foundation Primer that blurs out the imperfections and smoothens out skin. It is a clear, cushiony gel that melts into your skin to help makeup glide on, stay fresh, and last longer. It also fills in fine lines and pores, blurs imperfections instantly. This primer is so lightweight it glides on your skin and helps makeup to go on and blend flawlessly.
3. Choosing Minimal Coverage
You want to keep the coverage light and minimal for a natural look. Here’s how to get no makeup skin.
- BB Cream or Tinted moisturiser: Opt for a BB cream or tinted moisturiser with sheer to medium coverage. Apply it evenly to your face, blending it seamlessly with your fingers or a sponge.
- Cream Foundation (If Needed): If you prefer more coverage, use a cream foundation sparingly. A little goes a long way to provide sheer to medium coverage and a natural finish.
Maybelline New York Fit Me Fresh Tint
MRP: ₹399
The Maybelline New York Fit Me Fresh Tint is the best product to achieve a dewy, fresh and natural-looking complexion. It is a 2-in-1 makeup + skincare skin tint that glides on to brighten and transform for a fresh natural finish. It delivers a fresh, bright look with natural coverage. It also comes with the added benefits of sun protection with SPF 50 and skin brightening with Vitamin C. Made with a lightweight formula, the face tint blends easily, leaving a matte natural finish and radiant look.
4. Conceal Like A Pro
If you have dark circles and blemishes and want to cover them all, a concealer is your best friend. Here’s how to get perfect makeup base:
- Concealer Application: Use concealer to cover dark circles and blemishes. Dab a small amount on the desired areas and gently pat it in with your fingertip. The warmth of your finger helps the product meld into your skin.
- Skin Correctors (Optional): For redness or discolouration, consider using skin correctors before concealer to achieve an even skin tone.
Maybelline New York Fit Me Concealer
MRP: ₹599
The Maybelline New York Fit Me Concealer is a cult favourite concealer loved by all. This liquid concealer works to conceal redness, flaws, and blemishes to achieve a more flawless looking skin complexion. It is oil-free with matte finish and helps to reduce the signs of fatigue creating a more rested appearance. The concealer stays fresh on skin all throughout the day and is non-comedogenic, fragrance free, and formulated to match all skin tones.
5. All About The Glow
An important aspect of a no-makeup look is dewy skin. Here’s how to get no-makeup makeup look:
- Blush Application: Apply a hint of blush to mimic the natural flush of healthy skin. Start with a small amount and use a fluffy brush to blend it in circular motions.
- Subtle Highlighter: Highlight the high points of your face, such as cheekbones and the bridge of your nose. Blend it in for a subtle, natural glow.
Nudestix Nudies Blush All Over Face Color - Naughty N' Spice
MRP: ₹3500
If you haven’t tried out the Nudestix Nudies Blush All Over Face Color - Naughty N' Spice, what are you waiting for? This is a multi-tasking stick that offers warm bronze and romantic blush tones on your face, eyes and lips for an easy #gonudebutbetter look. It is matte yet soft in texture and rich in pigment that melts onto the skin to look naturally flushed or sun-kissed but always healthy. Use it on your cheeks, lips and eyes for a cohesive no-makeup makeup look that would make heads turn.
6. Brow Perfection
Well-groomed eyebrows can truly transform your look, especially when you're wearing minimal makeup. On the flip side, untamed brows can give off an unkempt and dishevelled vibe, even if the rest of your look is on point.
- Brow Grooming: Start by grooming your eyebrows. Shape them neatly, and if they are thin or sparse, use a brow filler that matches your natural brow colour.
- Filling Gaps: Fill in any gaps gently, avoiding overdoing it. Use a spoolie to distribute the product evenly and achieve a well-groomed look.
Benefit Cosmetics Goof Proof Eyebrow Pencil
MRP: ₹2590
If you want to achieve natural-looking groomed brows try out the Benefit Cosmetics Goof Proof Eyebrow Pencil. It features a custom, non-sharpen “goof-proof” tip, soft colour and a glide-on formula for easy and fast brow filling. The pencil also boasts a 12-hour waterproof formula to create naturally full, beautiful brows. Its built-in blending spoolie-brush helps complete the shaping.
7. Minimalist Eyes
Your skin would steal the show when it comes to the no-makeup makeup look, so you can go a tad bit easy on the eyes.
- Tight-lining: Define your eyes by tight-lining with a jet-black kajal or eyeliner pencil.
- Mascara: Apply a single coat of mascara to open up your eyes without overwhelming them. The goal is natural, not dramatic.
Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara
MRP: ₹799
The Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara adds limitless length and full volume to your lashes. This waterproof mascara is infused with bamboo extracts and fibres that give long, full & lightweight lashes, that don't flake or smudge. It features an exclusive Flex Tower brush that bends and coats every lash from root to tip.
8. Go Light On The Pout
Of course, natural-looking makeup should have a natural-looking pout as well. Here is what you can apply on your lips to get that MLBB (my lips but better) look:
- Lip Choice: Opt for nude lipstick, a lip tint, or tinted lip balm to keep your lips looking natural. Alternatively, use a small amount of lipstick applied with your fingertip for a stained look.
- Lip Gloss: If you prefer, you can add a touch of lip gloss for extra shine.
Etude House Dear Darling Water Gel Lip And Cheek Tint - PK004
MRP: ₹450
The Etude House Dear Darling Water Gel Lip And Cheek Tint - PK004 is the perfect lip and cheek tint for creating a no-makeup makeup look. This moisturising lip and cheek tint provides long-lasting hydration and imparts a deep and rich colour. Also, the infusion of minerals and vitamins from soapberry extracts in this lip and cheek tint helps keep the lips moist and beautiful.
The No-Makeup Makeup Pro Tips
Follow these pro tips to get the perfect no-makeup look:
- Use Your Fingers: Don't hesitate to use your clean fingers for makeup application. They warm up the makeup and blend it nicely, especially if you don't have a makeup sponge.
- Consider White Eyeliner: If you can't resist eyeliner, go for a white or cream shade on your waterline to define your eyes subtly.
- Focus on the Center: Pay attention to the centre of your face for concealer application. It's where people naturally focus their attention. Perfect your brows and lashes for added brightness.
- The "Reverse Makeup Hack": For an ultra-natural look, apply your base products in reverse order. Start with concealer and blush, then finish with a tinted moisturiser or sheer foundation for a soft, cushiony finish.
The no-makeup makeup look is about looking naturally fresh like you've just had a good night's sleep with glowing skin. Remember, these are just helpful tips, not strict rules. Feel free to add your own style. Makeup should be enjoyable, even when it's minimal.
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