The Correct Order To Put On Makeup

by BR Amelia

While we like to say there are no rules in makeup, when it comes to makeup application there is a preferred order with which to apply each product. Yes, there can be variations - for example, if you're going heavy on the eyeshadow and know there'll be a lot of fall out, sometimes applying your eyes first followed by your base can save you a lot of time and fix-up effort - but, on the whole, sticking to the below 'rules' will mean your makeup is applied no muss, no fuss and in a way that will last while looking great.

So what goes on when? Read on...

Face Base

First things first: PRIME. If you're not a fan of primer, do ensure you've applied a moisturiser in order to create a plump, hydrated canvas.

if you've any colour correcting you like to do - whether that's adding green colour corrector where you see redness to cancel it out, or purple corrector to reduce the look of any sallowness - now's the time to do it. 

Next, it's time to apply your foundation, and then spot conceal any areas that need a little more coverage.

Powder/Creams

Depending on what kind of foundation you've used (if you've used powder foundation, stick to powder products or you could mess up your base, however if you've used a liquid foundation you can use either cream or powder) now's the time to go in with your contour, bronzer, blush and then highlighter. 

Brows and Eyes 

It's time to make those peepers pop! Groom your brows. How far you go in this step is up to you. Some prefer to run a spoolie through, perhaps with some clear gel to tame their brows. Others like to groom, fill, shape and tame. Follow that up with creating your eye look using eyeshadow and/or eyeliner, followed by a lashing of mascara and, if you're feeling extra, your faux lashes.

Lips 

Nude lips with a face full of makeup is a bit like putting together a stunning outfit and then going barefoot, so line your lips (if you're so inclined), and pop on some lippy and/or gloss.

Set and Spritz

Once you've created a look you love, you can follow it up with a dusting of translucent powder and a spritz of setting spray to fix your face in place, or go it alone with just the setting spray and you're good to go!

And just like that, you're ready to face the day! Best of all? By having a makeup application routine, after a while it gets to the point that you can apply your makeup on autopilot, freeing up brain time to consider the important things... like what you'll have for lunch, and what beauty products you'll be racing out to buy when you finally win Lotto. (What? A girl can dream!)

So, are you applying your makeup in the 'correct' order? Do you have another order you prefer? And will you be changing up your makeup application routine after reading this? If so, how? Chat below!