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How to start wearing makeup?

yes im a guy. What should I buy etc :colondollar:
Eyeliner is usually a good start! 😊
Original post by Ellie96
Eyeliner is usually a good start! 😊


What kind?
Original post by CorbynsConcubine
What kind?


It's honestly down to a matter of preference, some prefer pencil over liquid or gel but personally I prefer liquid with a felt pen applicator because I find it more precise than a brush. You'll just have to do trial and error! Also, I find Rimmel as a brand to be pretty good :biggrin:
Original post by Ellie96
It's honestly down to a matter of preference, some prefer pencil over liquid or gel but personally I prefer liquid with a felt pen applicator because I find it more precise than a brush. You'll just have to do trial and error! Also, I find Rimmel as a brand to be pretty good :biggrin:


Does liquid tug on your eyes? It looks hard but I will try :biggrin: Which Rimmel one? Thanks!
Original post by CorbynsConcubine
Does liquid tug on your eyes? It looks hard but I will try :biggrin: Which Rimmel one? Thanks!


Not in my experience! And it does take some practice, I did start with pencil (which is good for a smokey eye and the like) but once you get liquid down, it looks so much better! I use scandaleyes micro eyeliner (which looks more like a pen) or Exaggerate eyeliner (which lasts longer in my opinion but is slightly more difficult to get used to), both are good :u:
Original post by Ellie96
Not in my experience! And it does take some practice, I did start with pencil (which is good for a smokey eye and the like) but once you get liquid down, it looks so much better! I use scandaleyes micro eyeliner (which looks more like a pen) or Exaggerate eyeliner (which lasts longer in my opinion but is slightly more difficult to get used to), both are good :u:


OK I'll try those out what other stuff should I get? :smile: Foundation or concealer?
Original post by CorbynsConcubine
OK I'll try those out what other stuff should I get? :smile: Foundation or concealer?


If you want full coverage, I recommend Rimmel match perfection liquid foundation (Many shades, so you'll be able to easily find one for your skin tone!) but for lighter coverage and something that feels a bit more 'breathable'on the skin I'd say go for a bb cream, it also looks more natural! Also, if it has SPF, that's a bonus! Concealer is the same, focus on finding one that matches your skin tone.
Mascara is also an essential, great for those casual days too.
I recommend having a neutral eyeshadow palette as well as a bold one, just for whatever suits your mood or the occasion!
And lip stick, lip gloss, lip stains.. Just look around and see what you like :biggrin:
Original post by Ellie96
If you want full coverage, I recommend Rimmel match perfection liquid foundation (Many shades, so you'll be able to easily find one for your skin tone!) but for lighter coverage and something that feels a bit more 'breathable'on the skin I'd say go for a bb cream, it also looks more natural! Also, if it has SPF, that's a bonus! Concealer is the same, focus on finding one that matches your skin tone.
Mascara is also an essential, great for those casual days too.
I recommend having a neutral eyeshadow palette as well as a bold one, just for whatever suits your mood or the occasion!
And lip stick, lip gloss, lip stains.. Just look around and see what you like :biggrin:


Thanks what BB cream should I get? My girl friends all wear foundations but they look so heavy :colondollar:

Lipstick seems fun :biggrin: thinking of orange or red!
Original post by CorbynsConcubine
Thanks what BB cream should I get? My girl friends all wear foundations but they look so heavy :colondollar:

Lipstick seems fun :biggrin: thinking of orange or red!


I think the one I have is Rimmel and it's quite alright and it really doesn't look heavy! The shade might look a bit 'off' when you first put it on but let it dry and within a few minutes, you're done! Shop around for ones you may like though, shade wise and brand wise/price wise! Rimmel is pretty budget but if you want to spend more then Mac's bb cream is meant to be good :smile:

And as a lover of red lipstick, I say go for it and the orange! Try out new looks! Experiment. That's why make up is fun :biggrin:
Original post by Ellie96
I think the one I have is Rimmel and it's quite alright and it really doesn't look heavy! The shade might look a bit 'off' when you first put it on but let it dry and within a few minutes, you're done! Shop around for ones you may like though, shade wise and brand wise/price wise! Rimmel is pretty budget but if you want to spend more then Mac's bb cream is meant to be good :smile:

And as a lover of red lipstick, I say go for it and the orange! Try out new looks! Experiment. That's why make up is fun :biggrin:


Do you have to get a BB cream in the exact shade or can you get one slightly off because it's quite light? I will look for that?

It seems fun yes :biggrin: been watching tutorials!
Original post by CorbynsConcubine
Do you have to get a BB cream in the exact shade or can you get one slightly off because it's quite light? I will look for that?

It seems fun yes :biggrin: been watching tutorials!


I tend to find that finding a shade that matches the back of your hand is generally one to go for, just rub it in a bit to get a more accurate representation of what it would look like :smile:

Tutorials will become one of your best friends in terms of finding new looks, also following make up artists on instagram is good for ideas!
Original post by Ellie96
I tend to find that finding a shade that matches the back of your hand is generally one to go for, just rub it in a bit to get a more accurate representation of what it would look like :smile:

Tutorials will become one of your best friends in terms of finding new looks, also following make up artists on instagram is good for ideas!


thanks :smile:

Any tutorials you would recommend? (or instagram artists)
Original post by CorbynsConcubine
thanks :smile:

Any tutorials you would recommend? (or instagram artists)


I like Michelle Phan's tutorials and KathleenLights and on instagram JohannaHerrstedt (more of a general blogger but she does a lot of beauty stuff) and Annakarinhell :biggrin:

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