Most girls and women ages 12 and over have at some point worn makeup, and most wear makeup regularly. Some women are blessed with what I’d like to call a “makeup encyclopedia” built into their brains, and when they go to their vanity to “put on their face” or go to the department store to pick up a few things from the Sephora kiosk, they know exactly what they need and what works for them. However, there are ladies out there (Quit hiding! I can still see you!) that can feel intimidated when they walk up and down aisle number 23 and see hundreds of colors and styles of foundations and eye makeup and lipsticks.There was a point in time where I was in that position, and stood like a deer in the headlights saying “I don’t even know what primer is.” This little guide is for those clueless but lovely ladies out there, who need a little help picking out their makeup.
Every girl needs… Foundation: The hardest part of picking out makeup is finding the perfect foundation. There are foundations in every shade and style imaginable: whipped, liquid, powder, ivory, bronze, for oily skin, for dry skin, for aging skin and for sensitive skin. The easy part is picking the type: you should know what type of skin you have. If you have acne, there are brands such as Almay that make foundation for acne-prone skin. If you have oily or combination skin, you can try Covergirl's Clean or Fresh Complexion. Covergirl and Olay's "Simply Ageless" foundation. It even has an SPF22 sunscreen built in, which is great for protecting skin against the sun's potentially damaging rays. If you are one of the lucky few who have "normal" (not oily, not dry) skin, try Rimmel's Lasting Finish 16 hour foundation is one of your options. Most foundations are clearly labeled, so wherever you buy them check to see if the package says what skin type it is for. The key to using foundation is to not cake it on or use an excessive amount. Foundation isn't always used to cover pimples, so if you don't have acne prone skin, don't shun foundation: foundation is primarily used to even out skin tone, and make what is already beautiful even more perfect. When picking a shade, your best bet is to put a small amount of foundation on the back of your hand and if it blends well, it will probably work well on your face. For further confirmation, bring along a friend or family member who you know has good makeup "skills" and have them help you.
Every girl needs... Finishing Powder : Finishing powder isn't exactly a necessity for EVERYONE, but I have never had a makeup bag without it and I don't know anyone who goes without. Finishing powder can mattify any shiny spots and help further blend the look of foundations. If you're unsure of what shade of powder to buy, it's always easy to go with translucent powder, as it has the same effect and won't make you look too dark or light. Finishing powder comes in both pressed and loose form.
Every girl needs... Clear Gloss and Clear Lip Balm: Clear gloss can always add a certain glow to any look, and is good for simple, on-the-go or at-work makeup application. It can make your lips look plumper, and magnify their natural color. Lip balm such as original Chapstik or Blistex should always be with you, and applied regularly. Healthy, moist lips are beautiful and it always hurts me when I see someone who has dry, cracked or bleeding lips when it's so easy to apply lip balm once every few hours.
Every girl needs... Eyeshadow Complementary to your Eye Color: Although it's always fun to have a wide range of eyeshadows spread all over the color spectrum, technically anyone only needs ONE color of eyeshadow. Many different brands create eyeshadows and eye makeup sets to compliment different eye colors, but here are a few basic colors that compliment different eye colors: if you have blue eyes go with dark blues, gray and taupe eyeshadows; if you have green or hazel eyes, try browns, khakis, dark green and plum shadows; If you have brown eyes, try soft pinks, dark browns, and light greens; Grey eyes go well with dark blue, plum and black eyeshadows.
Every girl needs... Brown and Black Eyeliner: Eyeliners come in many colors, ranging from white, to purple, to black but the most commonly worn colors are brown and black. Eyeliners come in stick, liquid, powder and creme form. The easiest to use, if you're not quite used to putting on eyeliner is stick form: I prefer self-sharpening, as a dull stick of eyeliner hurts when used. Black eyeliner provides for a dramatic look, while browns are good for simple at-work or at-school days.
Every girl needs... Mascara: Picking a mascara can sometimes prove to be a complicated feat, as companies put up ad's of celebrities with beautiful, thick and long eyelashes that look absolutely perfect, when the truth is that their mascaras don't actually do as presented. I have always been a fan of Rimmel mascaras, and they have done the trick for me when I needed it, but mascara isn't always a necessity. Using a simple (and even cheap) clear mascara can slightly lengthen and thicken eyelashes, while keeping a simple and more natural look.
Every girl needs... Smoky Eyeshadow Shadow/Creme Set: There are many smoky eyeshadow sets such as Smoky Shadowblast by Covergirl and Rimmel's Color Rush Quad's. Smoky eyes are great for going out with your friends or mate for a night of dancing or karaoke and make any pair of eyes pop out dramatically.
These are the only things that any woman will ever ABSOLUTELY have to have in her makeup bag, but I am definitely happy with the mounds and mounds of makeup I have in my vanity.
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