How to Get a Natural Makeup Look: A Step-by-Step Guide for Every Woman

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Achieving a natural makeup look doesn’t have to be difficult – and it all starts with the right foundation.

Are you tired of spending hours in front of the mirror, caking your face with an array of products in the name of contouring? It’s time to switch things up and embrace the beauty of the natural makeup look. Luckily, we’re in the era of minimalism, pushing the boundaries of natural makeup to extreme levels with stunning results. Even our favorite celebrities are proving the “less is more” makeup approach, and we couldn’t agree more.

This is not to suggest you go completely bare-faced (unless that’s your thing), but we are here to guide you in achieving that perfect balance between enhancing your features and looking like a completely different person. Natural-looking makeup has the ability to enhance your features gracefully, and achieving this look is a breeze — even for makeup rookies.

Our exclusive tips will give you the foundation you need to achieve this holy grail of makeup looks. So, say goodbye to heavy contouring palettes and hello to the effortless chic, as we get started on this step-by-step guide to achieving a natural makeup look that will leave everyone wondering, “How does she do it?”

A Step-by-Step Guide To Nailing The Natural Makeup Look

Create a Smooth Base

Before indulging in the no-makeup aesthetic, start by cleansing your face with a gentle cleanser to remove any dirt and oil. Then, follow up by enhancing your skin’s radiance and charm with a BB cream that flawlessly matches your skin tone. Achieve a lustrous finish by smoothly blending it in with a damp makeup sponge. You can even skip moisturizer if you opt for a BB cream with hydrating elements.

Prime Your Base

If you’re aiming for a minimalistic appearance, utilizing a primer is the most effortless approach to obtaining a sleek canvas. Not only does it establish a foundation that secures your makeup in place, but it also endures all day rather than smudging all over your face. By applying a small amount of primer evenly all over your face, you can guarantee long-lasting makeup, and a polished base that enhances the appearance of your foundation.

Apply foundation

Opt for a weightless foundation or a tinted moisturizer that precisely matches your skin’s hue. If you can’t lay your hands on a precise match, blend two shades to achieve a seamless appearance. Employ a buffing brush to expertly meld the product into your skin.

Conceal Blemishes and Under-Eye Circles

To brighten and illuminate your face, opt for a weightless concealer. Gently dab it underneath your eyes, extending to the outer corners and bridge of your nose, then blend it outwards for a seamless finish. The key to achieving a radiant and glowing complexion is to choose a concealer that is two shades lighter than your foundation or BB cream, creating a striking contrast that accentuates your features. Sweep the concealer upwards, towards the center of your forehead, and watch as your skin transforms with a luminous and youthful radiance.

Set Your Face Makeup

For a sustained hold of your makeup and to keep shine at bay, use a mattifying powder on your forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin. The powder works wonders in soaking up extra oil. To finish, dust off any residual powder with a soft cotton ball or powder brush.

Highlight the High Points

With a delicately tapered brush, glide a luminous highlighter along the highest points of your cheeks and brow bones. Opt for the stunning “Molten Gold” shade – a rich, warm hue with subtle orange undertones that complements every skin tone. This will impart a reflective finish, resulting in a radiant and glowing complexion.

Add a Flush of Color to Your Cheeks

The beauty of a naturally flushed skin tone lies in its effortless charm and raw appeal. To achieve this, delicately blend a pink-hued blush onto the apples of your cheeks, then gently extend it upwards and outwards along your cheekbones, creating a subtle but striking rosy glow that looks beautifully organic.

Add Some Definition

Enhance your facial contours with a gentle touch by sweeping bronzer into the hollows of your cheeks and blending it upwards and outwards towards your ears. This technique results in a naturally radiant and sun-kissed appearance that highlights your best features in a subtle and sophisticated way.

Give a Lil’ Attention to Your Brows

When it comes to achieving a natural makeup look, don’t be afraid to embrace the natural, untamed look of your brows with open arms. It’s totally in vogue and even encouraged. To enhance your natural beauty, all you need is a trusty brow gel containing fibers. With a few swipes, brush your brows upwards and into place for a perfectly refined, yet effortlessly wild look.

Define Your Eyes

For a subtle and natural eye look, reach for a neutral eye shadow palette. Begin by sweeping a light shade across your entire eyelid, then blend in a slightly darker hue into the crease for added depth. To define your lash line, opt for a brown eyeliner that complements the soft tones of your eye shadow. If you prefer a more understated look, you can skip the mascara altogether. But if you desire extra length and volume, finish with a coat of your favorite mascara.

Get Those Lips Ready

Achieving a flawless natural makeup look involves a key component: the ideal neutral lip shade. Begin by using a nude lip liner to outline your lips, starting with Cupid’s bow. For precision, sketch an “x” at the top center of your lips. Proceed to contour the perimeter of your lips and shade inwards. To perfect the look, apply a creamy nude lipstick, or experiment with alternatives such as rosy mauve, soft brown matte, cocoa butter matte, or peachy pink for a well-rounded finish.