Make up products needed.. Help newbie.

Dec 7, 2013

Maherline B.

Well I wear very light make up such as mascara and eye liner and that's about it and I want to start learning how to do a full face. What's some things I will need and also what brands are good for these products? This is much needed.

Dec 7, 2013

Anupa M.

If you're just starting up I think you should get a primer, foundation, concealer, a set of basic brushes, and a lip/eyeshadow pallet from the drug store. Before you wash your face for the night practice doing a full face and make note of what you like or dislike, what doesn't work. Ask family members for their opinion if you wish. When you feel more comfortable about wearing make up (some girls hate the full face and that's ok!) you can think about spending a little.more money on a high end brand. The lip and shadow pallete will also let you decide what lip colors suit you best and what eye colors work for you - so you don't waster your money on products that don't suit you. Good Luck :)

Dec 7, 2013

Veronica M.

^Just go to a drug store and experiment, plus I'm sure someone could help you as well.

Dec 7, 2013

Lexi K.

Also, look at reviews on the products before you buy them. That way you don't end up wasting your money. Start out with drugstore to get a feel of everything. Loreal has nice foundations to start with. You can also use their true match foundations and pressed powders for highlighting and contouring. Elf has cheap brushes that you can start out with. Wet n wild has great lipsticks and eyeshadows I think. Maybeline and revlon have nice lippies. Revlon also has the Colorstay foundation, it's great, and full coverage. Also, know your skin type, (oily, dry, combo) this will make it easier for you to choose a foundation.

Dec 7, 2013

Kenzie L.

Another important thing is to set a strict budget. its easy to get caught up with all of these amazing products out there and spend waaay more than you were planning on. I would do some research on makeup lines (drug and department store brand) and pick out a few things that you've become really interested in.

Dec 7, 2013

Kenzie L.

I personally did not start out with drugstore brand foundation. I'm not saying there aren't amazing low cost foundations out there, but I feel that foundation creates your canvas for the rest of your makeup so you want it to be perfect. at a department or makeup store you have the luxury of having a trained consultant look at your skin and help you with this. you can usually even get samples which will save $$