Apply MAC Makeup

MAC cosmetics, also known as Make-up Art Cosmetics is a cosmetic company founded in Toronto, Canada. MAC cosmetics are known for providing women with high quality, long-lasting makeup. MAC cosmetics were designed to be used by professional makeup artists when they worked on set with famous television stars and movie stars. However, because of its popularity and myriad of shades for women of various skin tones, many women are interested in purchasing MAC makeup products. Varieties of Makeup Art Cosmetics are available online and at many department stores worldwide. Once you purchase MAC makeup, you will notice a significant difference in the density and the quality of the makeup. This is why it is helpful to learn how to apply MAC makeup.

Steps

  1. Wash your face with your usual cleanser and use lukewarm water to rinse the face. Use a patting motion to towel dry the face.
  2. Apply your usual moisturizer to your entire face. Place the cosmetic sponge over the opening of the bottle of foundation. Allow the foundation to dispense onto the sponge.
  3. Apply MAC foundation by using a dabbing motion. Place the foundation on 3 different spots on the forehead. Start from the right side and work your way to the left side. Copy this same application on both of the cheeks, the chin, the jaw line and the nose area.
  4. Use the same side of the foundation sponge with which you applied the foundation to blend in the color to the face. Use a combination of a rubbing and patting motion with the cosmetic sponge until all of the foundation is blended into the skin.
  5. Make sure to blend in the makeup near the jaw line. Blend the makeup down towards the neck to eliminate any foundation lines close to the jaw line and neck.
  6. Pat under the eye area with any excess foundation on the sponge. Blend in the foundation into the area underneath the eyes.
  7. Take the powder brush and place it into the powder. Dab the powder with the powder brush until the entire powder brush is covered with the powder.
  8. Tap the powder brush lightly on the counter, to remove any excess powder. This prevents your makeup from looking cakey.
  9. Use a blotting motion with the powder brush to distribute the powder evenly over the foundation on the face. The powder helps to set the foundation and keeps skin from looking oily.
  10. Finished.



Tips

  • Using a moisturizer before applying makeup allows your MAC makeup to go on smoothly and lessens the likelihood of it becoming cakey or settling into fine lines and wrinkles.
  • To ensure that your foundation is applied evenly throughout the face, take a mirror with you and go outside under the sun. You will see whether you missed any spots or need to apply foundation to certain areas on the face.
  • Since MAC makeup is made with highly pigmented colors, a little goes a long way. Therefore, use the foundation sparingly.
  • When you use a makeup sponge, you avoid using your fingers, which have excess bacteria on them. These bacteria can end up on your face, which can lead to excess pimples or acne.

Things You'll Need

  • Cosmetic sponge
  • MAC foundation
  • MAC face powder
  • Powder brush
  • Mirror

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