Classic makeup defines the creation of generally accepted standards of beauty. The main principle of this style is natural canons, understandable and accessible to everyone: expressive eyes, slightly curved eyebrows and quite noticeable lip lines.
The definition of classic in makeup
Classic makeup is universal, and its techniques should own any woman. If previously some techniques were used only by professional makeup artists, today you can implement them with cosmetics yourself.
The classic style highlights the main accents on the face, including:
- wide-open expressive eyes (long dark lashes, classic eyeliner);
- slightly arched wide eyebrows of natural shade;
- pronounced cheekbones;
- Sensual and plump lips (gloss or bright red lipstick);
- An even and radiant complexion with a slight, barely noticeable blush.
Makeup sequence
Makeup in the classic style should look organic with the rest of the image. In addition to brightness, it should be distinguished by such qualities as relevance and brevity. Unlike other styles, the classics do not accept extravagant and eccentric solutions. Simplicity and clarity are the 2 main principles of its creation.
The sequence for creating a classic makeup:
- Moisturize the face with a mask or serum.
- Correcting local imperfections (redness, pigment spots, pimples).
- Setting the tone with the help of a foundation.
- Drawing the contour with eyeliner.
- Applying shadows.
- Dyeing eyelashes with mascara.
- Facial sculpting (dark shadows, sculptors).
- Combing and coloring the eyebrows.
- Creating blush.
- Contouring the lips.
- Applying lipstick or lip gloss.
Getting ready for makeup
The most important part of creating any makeup is moisturizing and preparing the face. The care part plays a decisive role in how the makeup will look in the end. The skin should look radiant and fairly even. No cosmetic product can cope 100% with skin problems. It is necessary to establish a home care and select working product formulations.
For good hydration you can use:
- serums;
- toners;
- tissue or cream masks;
- Fluids and makeup bases.
Ways to apply classic makeup, recommendations
Makeup in the classic style can be applied in several ways. It depends on what effect is to be achieved. This applies to some individual parts of the makeup, most often the eyelid makeup (application of shadows).
The classic way
The classic method consists in the sequential and habitual application of all products in turn, starting with the tone of the face and ending with lip makeup. This style remains universal, it is the most convenient for both makeup artists and for self-makeup.
The main recommendation here is to start with loose products (eye shadow, blush). This will allow you to remove the excess from your face if it starts to crumble. There is no single rule for what and in what sequence to apply to the face. The options will vary depending on the preferred accents (lips or eyes). In classic application, products are usually applied from top to bottom. For a more permanent result, you need to use special finishing fixatives.
The classic horizontal method
The horizontal method of application most often involves eye makeup, when the color change of shadows occurs horizontally. Such a technique is widely used to visually correct wide-open eyes, as well as round-shaped eyes. Color changes in strips visually elongate the shape, making it almond-shaped.
The horizontal method should start from the growth line of the lashes, apply a thin layer of loose or cream shadows there.
If you do not have a good skill in the techniques of makeup, it is best to stop at the last type of shadows, it is much easier to apply them. To master the shading dry, you need training or knowledge of some nuances. Then it is necessary to move to the line of the eyebrows. It is desirable to make the transitions smooth and transitioning into each other. This can be achieved by using special brushes for shading the borders.
Classical vertical method
The vertical method also has the properties of correcting the forms of the eyes. Most often it is used to conceal the overhanging eyelid or to expand the narrowness of the eyes. It consists of a vertical change of colors, starting from the inner corner of the eyes. The lightest shade of the palette should be applied to the inner corner of the mobile eyelid with a vertical stripe. Then move vertically to the outer corner, changing colors and shading them with a thin brush.
To achieve a spectacular classic makeup, it is necessary to follow the step-by-step instructions for its creation. The secret of success lies in the right sequence. Of course, a suitable color palette also plays a major role.
Everyday
Everyday makeup should be distinguished by natural colors and neatness. All the advantages of the face should be highlighted, but not too bright. The use of shouting shades is not allowed in this style. However, this does not mean that you should neglect grooming procedures before creating makeup.
How to create everyday makeup:
- Clean your face with foam and wipe with a moisturizing toner and a cotton pad.
- Apply a quick-acting moisturizing mask.
- Rinse off the mask and distribute the corrective base over the face and neck area (using a sponge).
- Use your fingertips to apply a light foundation fluid (or cream powder).
- Contour eyes with a light touch of eyeliner or pencil.
- Dye eyelashes with a single coat of black or brown mascara. It is good if the colors of eyeliner and mascara will match or overlap (in the same palette).
- Sculpt and emphasize the cheekbone line with a broad brush.
- Apply pink blush to the apples of the cheeks.
- Comb the eyebrows and dab brown eyeshadow on the tails.
- Highlight the lips with pinkish gloss.
Everyday makeup can easily be turned into evening makeup by highlighting the lips with a bright color. However, you should take care in advance about water-resistant textures of primer and foundation. Everyday makeup can complement any daily look with a casual or casual style. Hairstyle also should not be too active: neat styling or simply loose freshly washed hair will look good.
