How to get a perfect nude makeup look and no makeup look
We want a perfect a nude makeup look but it is not as easy as it seems. The makeup is there but we have to present it like it’s our natural skin. Nude makeup is basically a natural look with subtle to no makeup. The procedure is the same for it so let’s understand how to create this look.
There is no heavy makeup, and foundations are similar to skin tone shades but can’t be applied without thought. The learning is important to choose the right shade with the right product in the right manner to enhance the right natural features and skin. There is no need to highly contour the face and lipsticks can’t be too light (that looks ghostly) or too dark (that will not be called nude, right) and eye makeup to be light like barely there.
Steps for Creating Nude Makeup Look
- Skin Prep
Cleaning with the CTM Routine by using right face wash is as important as choosing the right moisturizer. After this toner is important to hydrate and properly clean skin. Moisturizer should be a good one that can hydrate the dry skin and not clog pores in oily skin. Choose the primer according to skin type like pore filling for oily and open pores. It should smooth the skin, control oil on the face. After this Serum can be applied to create a glossy look.
- Foundation
Choosing the right foundation is important which has the right formula with the right texture and shade. Don’t pick a heavy foundation of full coverage for nude makeup look. You should know types of makeup foundation and how to choose the right foundation . The perfect one is that which matches skin tone and type with a light weight formula. Go for foundations that are subtle and apply minimal layers. You can use CC cream if the skin is ready and use oily skin foundation for oily skin. Foundation should not be a lighter shade that looks unnatural or ashy. Apply with a damp sponge in small quantities.
For nude makeup, nude eyeshadow is needed which can be created from a nude eyeshadow palette or nude shades like browns and pinks. Pick the shades of brown which are closest to the skin tone and thenapply slightly deeper shade on the outer corners. Do the makeup according to eye shapes. It can help to create a bit of contouring for eye shape. Use cream colors in eyeshadow and brow bone to enhance your eyebrows. And shades that are one or two tones lighter than skintone ,use pigments for dark skin tone like peach brown or mauve dark and use bronzy brown for warm beige. Use peach shades for fair complexion.
Apply the liner in a single and smooth thin line touching the lash line. Use double coats of mascara to volumize lashes.
- Concealer
It is used to hide imperfections like blemishes, dark spots, dark circles ,scar, and redness. It should be 1 or 2 shades lighter than foundation. It can be applied using a brush and blended using a damp sponge. Use a small brush to apply on areas that need more coverage.
- Setting Up
To make sure the makeup remains intact and stays and doesn’t smudge. Use matte compact powder, setting powder or colorless powders that lock makeup without leaving any traces. Use big brush for overall face and small brush for under eyes. After this setting sprays can be used to hydrate and hold makeup.
Use a little amount of blush to add color on cheeks and enhance features. Use a shade that comes close to skin tone and make it natural for nude makeup look. It can be any powder or cream shade blush and use peachy pink for fair skin tone, coral for medium skin and berry type for dark skin tone. Start with the apple of the cheeks and go upwards towards the top of the ear. First apply minimally and then add more if needed.
Don’t contour much , and you can sculpt the face with bronzer. Highlight the high points of face like cheekbones, bridge of the nose, center of the chin and blend well. You can use champagne shade for light skin tone, gold for medium ones and bronze for dark skin tone.
- Lipstick
It is the key part that defines if we will go for nude makeup or not. If we use red or dark shades -it won’t be nude makeup. So opt for colors like light shades of pink and browns that’s close to skin tone. For pale complexion choose pink nudes but never a shade that’s lighter than skin tone. Use warm pink if you have warmer undertone and cool shades of nude for cooler undertone. Only medium complexions are lucky as they can select a shade that is slightly light or dark than actual skin tone. For darker complexion go for lipsticks that are a touch lighter than natural tone and can have a bit of pink, peach and orange.
Start by creating a X on the cupid’s bow, then create corners of the lips and at last fill the whole lips. To get a shine you can use lip gloss or lip balm for a more natural look.
Tips for Perfecting Nude Makeup
- Hydrate Skin: For glowing complexion and improved texture drink plenty of water and use moisturizing skin care products .
- Less is more: It is often said that less products give a much more enhancing look. And since we are doing nude makeup and nude means subtle and no heavy application. Use light weight products and blend them well. Do eye light makeup, use dewy foundation and nude and creamy lipstick. Choose neutral shades from the color palette made for nude makeup that compliments skin tone and brings natural complexion. Use soft pinks and peaches for nude look. Blend the foundation well into the skin to avoid patches and fine lines and to get a seamless look.
- Invest in good skincare products including CTM, exfoliate regularly for removing dead skin cells and use good sunscreen.
Nude makeup is all about enhancing natural beauty and creating a perfect look for all occasions. It gives the face a fresh and youthful look. So start experimenting and get a kit prepared for it exclusively.
