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HOW TO APPLY FOUNDATION

If you want your makeup to look perfect, pay attention to your foundation. It acts as a base for your makeup, which in turn makes it look better and last longer. Here are some easy steps that can help you apply your foundation in the most flawless manner!

Step 1: Cleanse your facial skin and start by applying a moisturiser and a primer. Follow it up by applying a dime-sized amount of Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist Foundation that gives you medium to heavy coverage and has a creamy texture, which gives you a more even skin tone.

Step 2: Carefully blend the foundation on your face with a brush or a makeup sponge. Make sure there is no residue or patches of foundation left behind after you blend or your skin may end up looking very uneven.

Step 3: If you aren’t using a sponge and are using your hands instead, make sure you blend with damp fingers to ensure a flawless application that lasts long and looks smooth.

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EVERYTHING YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT MASCARA

We hear you girls, for some of you mascara is as much of a necessity as caffeine. You simply can’t leave home without that added drama on your lashes And why would you? With the right stroke(s) of mascara, you can define your eyes and make them look bigger, brighter and better. Which is precisely why, we’ve put together a list of everything you need to know about the essential wand.

Don’t forget to wipe it off before going to bed

Believe us when we say this, sleeping with mascara is a cardinal sin that you don’t want to be committing. Mascaras have ingredients that make your lashes stiff, which makes it easier for them to break if you toss and turn while sleeping. Better to be a good girl and wipe off the gloop before your sweet night.

The vinegar test

Always sniff your mascara before using it. If it smells anything like vinegar then that’s your cue, your mascara has gone rancid and it’s time to throw it away and indulge in a new wand!

Pumping your brush in and out is a big ‘no no’

Life is short, but your lashes needn’t be! Even so, pumping your brush in and out of the product ends up pushing air into the tube which makes it dry out faster. Instead you need to gently twist the brush back and forth in circular motions to pick up the goods and apply away, generously.

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HOW TO APPLY LIP LINER LIKE A PRO

Do it right and you have beautifully defined lips; do it wrong and you have a lipstick disaster. Yes, that’s how important lip lining is when a perfect pout is what you want. A lip liner not only defines the lips and prevents feathering or bleeding of the lip colour but it can also enhance the shape and lend depth to your lips. They make your lip colour last longer and prevent them from fading or smudging which makes it a dream product for the lovers of bold lip shades. However, lining lips perfectly is no child’s play. Even the pros can mess it up and often end up overlining or wearing wonky-lined lips.

If you are a noob at the makeup game or a beginner and you are clueless about how to apply a lip liner, we have got you covered. With makeup trends like lip contouring, lining your lips has become much easier and an attainable task. But how exactly do you do it? How to apply lip liner like a pro? Read on to know how you can wield your lip liner correctly to define your lips and get a fuller and luscious pout.

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FULL COVERAGE FOUNDATION TUTORIAL

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EYEBROW TUTORIAL

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Lipstick Tutorials Compilation

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Everyday Makeup Tutorial

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FIND THE RIGHT FOUNDATION TEXTURE FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE

For most girls, imaging life without foundation is well… unimaginable. But the quest to finding the perfect foundation is quite a hassle TBH.

Right from getting the shade right, to the texture, ingredients and wear-time, your ideal foundation has to basically feel like second skin. And that’s why I suggest you mark it as a life-event on Facebook when you find the perfect match.

For dry skin If you’re someone with really dry and flaky skin, it is important that you choose a foundation that contains hydrating properties. We recommend using the Lakme Absolute Argan Oil Serum Foundation With SPF 45. Enriched with Moroccan argan oil, this foundation provides superior coverage while keeping the skin moisturised. The high SPF content of this foundation also prevents your skin from sun damage. Win-win!

For oily skin If you an oily skin type, it is really important to choose your foundation wisely. The wrong formula can end up clogging your pores, causing breakouts and lead to makeup meltdowns. Always pick a matte finish and long-lasting formula if you have oily and acne-prone skin. The Lakme 9 To 5 Primer + Matte Perfect Cover Foundation is your best bet. It boasts of an extensive shade range, dries down to a smooth satin finish and evens out your skin tone.

Combination skin Finding the right foundation for combination skin can prove to be slightly tricky because you have an oily t-zone, while the rest of your face is dry. But applying two different foundations does not make sense, plus it’s time-consuming. So what is one supposed to do, you ask? Well, you can apply a hydrating foundation all over your face and simply dab some compact or loose powder on areas that tend to get oily, such as your forehead, nose and chin. The Lakme Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation is enriched with vitamin B3 and helps nourish and moisturise the skin while providing some serious coverage.

Sensitive skin If you have sensitive skin, you need to be ultra-careful while choosing a foundation because you don’t know what might trigger a reaction. Opt for foundations that are enriched with natural and organic ingredients. This will help protect and nourish your skin. You can opt for the Lakme 9 to 5 Naturale Bi Phase Foundation Drops. This foundation comes with the goodness of aloe vera and green tea extracts to fight pollution and protect your skin while delivering a dewy, skin-like finish.

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HOW TO APPLY EYE-LINER PERFECTLY WITH DIFFERENT EYE-LINER TYPES

There’s no better way to dramatise your appearance than by adding a hint of liner on your eyes. But the key to doing this is knowing exactly what works on your eye colour and your eye shape and then playing that up to the max.

Of course, the trickiest thing about eye-liner is that most of us with unsteady hands end up smudging it every time we attempt to apply it. Well, this is why you must know how to apply eyeliner perfectly.

Our go-to magic tool is the Lakmé Absolute Precision Liquid Liner. It comes with a felt tip so the application becomes smooth and easy, especially if you’re just starting out. It is one of the best eyeliners in the market and it helps that it is waterproof so you don’t have to worry about it running down and smudging. If you want a gel liner instead, you have the choice of the Lakmé Absolute Gel Addict while you can rely on the Lakmé Absolute Gloss Artist as the liquid liner option. So girls, are we ready to flaunt the best eye makeup around town?

Step 1: Take the eyeliner and hold it in the angle of your eye.

Step 2: From the inside of your eye work outward till the corner of your eyes simply drawing a line with the felt tip at hand.

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LIP COLOURS YOU MUST HAVE IN YOUR BEAUTY KITTY THIS WINTERS

With the winter approaching you must have some lip shades that would complement the season and the kind of outfits you would wear. Finding a hue that would look great with your complexion will give an extra sparkle to your eyes and brighten your tone.

When choosing the right lip sticks you should opt for colours that pull your skin tone to avoid clashing. Enjoy some awesome colours that you should have and use during the autumn/winter season.

Wine

Wine lipsticks are the classy vampy style. The deeper the colour, the classier the lipstick will look. Choose Lakme Absolute Gloss Addict – Fine Wine  or Lakme Absolute Gloss Addict for highlighting your skin and overall look. Also make sure that you wear minimal eye make-up so that the emphasis on your lips.

Deep Red

Take some time out to admire the beauty of red lips. A lot of women use red lips forever, it will always stay in fashion. Bring in your love for deeper hues of red during this fall/winter season. Go for Lakme Absolute Gloss Addict – Berry Crush or Lakme Absolut Gloss Stylist – Berry Rose. Wear a little black dress or any Indian wear for winter weddings or parties and you will look gorgeous.

Purple

Purple reveals the most adventurous side of you! Many people hesitate from experimenting with purple lipsticks. Don’t hesitate, just look at Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra flaunting the purple shade with a bling. Keep your accessories minimal and let the lipstick pop. Keep your eye make-up basic with a winged liner or simple kohl. Make sure that the base is done flawlessly. Highlight your skin. Try out Lakme Absolute Gloss Addict – Perfect Plum or Lakme Absolut Lip Pout – Crème or Lakme Absolute Gloss Stylist – Wine Shine.

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SIMPLE TRICK TO ACHIEVE PERFECTLY SEPARATED EYELASHES USING MASCARA

Goopy and clumpy lashes look really unattractive and nobody wants them (duh). Bold, long and separated lashes really open up your peepers and make you look bright-eyed and wide awake.

But more often than not, achieving long and separated lashes can seem to be a really difficult task, especially if you are a beginner. But trust us, it’s really not that difficult. Glamorous lashes are really easy to create and guess what? They require very few beauty tools and can be done in a few, simple steps. If you want to learn how to perfectly separate your lashes and make your eyes pop, then the following steps will really help. Read on!

How to achieve separated lashes: You simply need an old credit card or visiting card to nail this trick. Hold this credit card against the base of your lashes with one hand, sticking it close to your eyelid. Hold your mascara wand in the other hand and swipe it on your lashes. Yes, it’s that simple.

This little trick will help fan out your lashes and ensure that they don’t clump together. Additionally, when you pull the mascara wand straight up, your lashes gently bend around the edge of the card. This helps to naturally curl your lashes a little bit and make your eyes appear bigger.