How to Do a Simple Makeup Look for School

Wash and moisturize your face.

You want a clean surface to work on. First, wash your face with a gentle cleanser. Then apply a moisturizer. Go for one with SPF to protect your skin throughout the day and make sure it's at least SPF 30. Consider using a tinted BB or CC cream for moisturizing. You can easily apply this product with your fingers.

Consider foundation or a tinted moisturizer.

Foundation or tinted moisturizer will even out your skin tone. Pick one that matches your skin tone and apply it with a foundation brush. If you don't have one, wash your hands and apply a dab of foundation with your fingers. For more lightweight coverage, try a tinted moisturizer instead.

Put on concealer.

Do this step if you have dark, noticeable circles under your eyes. Warm the concealing cream up with your fingers, then pat it on. If you have any other blemishes, then apply it there, too. Please, blend well. If you go to school with dots under your eyes and around your nose, you may as well look more ridiculous than beautiful. Less is more when it comes to concealer. Only apply it where you need it to help brighten up your skin.

Apply blush and bronzer.

Blush and bronzer can add color and depth to your bone structure. If you have a long face, only apply to the apples of your cheeks, if you have a short or rounded face, make long upward streaks, blend well. Cream blushes look very natural, but a powder blush will work, too - whatever floats your boat! If you think your face is a little too round, define your cheekbones by applying bronzer. You can find tips on the Internet about how to do this. Contouring with bronzer can really help your cheekbones stand out.

Use eyeshadow.

Eyeshadow can accentuate your eyes and show off your personal style. Try to use gold, beige, bronze, and cream. Only apply a colour if it looks natural and pretty on you. It doesn't matter what other people wear, or whether or not they do apply makeup. Cosmetics are a personal thing, so go with what suits you. Want to copy the most popular girl in your school? Forget it. You will only look attractive if you apply the makeup that looks good on you, and you alone. Don't be afraid to ask advice from those who seem to know what they are doing with their cosmetics. You may gain some valuable knowledge. Selena Gomez Selena Gomez, Founder, Rare Beauty Express yourself with makeup. "Makeup should be an accessory to reflect what you feel inside. This is something you can enjoy and have fun with and do whatever you want with. It’s not threatening, it’s not complicated."

Put on eyeliner.

Use eyeliner to draw attention to your eyes. Use black or brown! If you want, a very dark blue or green will do as well. As said before, whatever floats your boat! Try out different styles, but remember to make it subtle and elegant. Don't do styles that are meant for parties and other celebrations, as this can be seen as unsophisticated. If you are dramatic with your makeup, you may be considered disrespectful of authority, too.

Curl your eyelashes.

This will open up your eyes, making them look bigger and showing off your beautiful eyes! However, if your eyelashes are already or naturally curled, you may not wish to do this. If you are not gentle, you may hurt yourself, so use caution, even if you are in a hurry. For most occasions, don't curl your lashes unless you think that you require it in order to look pretty. Everyone is pretty in some way. You may have heard positive people say it a thousand times, but yes, everyone is pretty, and no one can deny that!

Get the mascara.

Mascara will make your lashes look longer and fuller. For a bolder look, use two coats (re-dip your wand after applying one layer and apply another one). Bold is different from dramatic, but please try to let it remain subtle as well. Use black, dark brown or clear mascara, or whatever color complements your skin tone. If you aren't sure, you may want to talk to a female family member or friend, just for a quick consultation.

Finish with lipstick.

Lipstick is a simple way to add to a makeup look. Use a light, neutral lipstick and finish off with a clear or lightly colored lip gloss. If you don't like lipstick, a well-applied gloss can look even better! For special occasions you may want to apply a deeper color, like dark red or plum.