Perfect skin is unattainable, but a girl can get pretty close with the proper cleansing and makeup techniques. So whether you are going out for a date night, or you just want to look good for class, follow these steps to achieve “nearly-flawless skin”.
CLEANSER
A good cleanser can go a long way, and many girls don’t realize how important it is to wash your face daily. You pores need to be refreshed in the morning before makeup application and at night before laying your head on your pillow. Below are some great options to give your skin the proper treatment.
Aveeno Clear Complexion Cream Cleanser ($6.84 at Target)
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Mary Kay TimeWise 3-in-1 Cleanser ($18 at marykay.com)
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Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser ($20 at Ulta)
MOISTURIZER
Next, drench your skin with a creamy facial moisturizer.
Olay Sensitive Skin Therapy Lotion ($9.49 at Target)
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Aveeno Positively Ageless Lifting & Firming Daily Moisturizer ($17.99 at Target)
CONCEALER
Once your skin has been prepped, it’s time to move onto concealer. If you have any dark circles, scars or blemishes, concealer can be a miracle-worker.
Maybelline Cover Stick ($4.94 at Target)
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Sonia Kashuk Hidden Agenda Concealer Set ($10.49 at Target)
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Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Concealer ($19 at Ulta)
FOUNDATION
Smooth a light coat of foundation over your entire face, blending it into your neck to prevent a mask look.
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer SPF 20 ($10.29 at Target)
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Make Up For Ever HD Invisible Cover Foundation ($40 at Sephora.com)
POWDER
Brush a light powder over your t-zone to set the foundation.
Neutrogena Mineral Sheers Foundation ($11.99 at Target)
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Too Faced Amazing Face SPF 15 Foundation Powder ($32 at Ulta)
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Laura Mercier Mineral Pressed Powder SPF 15 ($35 at Sephora.com)
BRONZER
Give your face a sun-kissed glow with bronzer! This should only be used to accentuate your bone structure, so brush it along your forehead, bridge of your nose, below your cheek bones, and below your chin.
Sonia Kashuk Bare Minimum Pressed Powder Bronzer ($9.99 at Target)
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Nars Bronzing Powder – Laguna ($34 at sephora.com)
BLUSH
Dab a circle of color onto the apples of your cheeks to give you a natural flushed look.
L’Oreal Project Runway Blush ($8.99 at Target)
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Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush ($25 at Ulta)
FINISHING TOUCH
Finally, using your ring finger, sweep on Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder ($22 at lauramercier.com) under your eyes.
