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Applying corrective makeup is a technique used to enhance natural features, correct imperfections, and create
a balanced and harmonious appearance. Here’s an easy, step-by-step guide to applying corrective makeup,
focusing on creating a flawless base, correcting discoloration, and enhancing features.
Step 1: Skin Preparation

• Cleanse your face to remove any impurities or remnants of previous makeup.
• Moisturize your skin to ensure a smooth and hydrated base for makeup application.
• Apply a primer suited to your skin type. This will help to smooth out the skin’s texture, fill in pores, and ensure
makeup longevity.
Step 2: Color Correction
• Identify areas with discoloration (dark circles, redness, hyperpigmentation).
• Use a color corrector to neutralize discoloration:
• Peach or orange for dark circles or spots in medium to deep skin tones.

• Green to neutralize redness.
• Lavender to counteract dullness or yellowness.
• Apply corrector sparingly and blend well.
Step 3: Foundation and Concealer

• Choose a foundation that matches your skin tone and type. Apply it evenly across your face using a brush,
sponge, or your fingers, blending well into the neck and hairline for a natural look.
• Apply concealer under the eyes, over blemishes, or any areas not covered by the foundation. Blend well with
a sponge or brush.
Step 4: Contour and Highlight
• Contour with a product two shades darker than your skin tone to define and sculpt features like the cheekbones,
jawline, and nose. Apply lightly and blend thoroughly.
• Highlight areas you want to emphasize, such as the cheekbones, brow bones, the bridge of the nose, and
cupid’s bow, using a product lighter than your skin tone.

Step 5: Setting Your Makeup
• Apply a translucent setting powder lightly over your face to set the foundation and concealer. Focus on areas
prone to oiliness or creasing, such as the T-zone and under the eyes.

• Use a setting spray to help your makeup last longer and to remove any powdery finish.
Step 6: Final Touches
• Eyes and Brows: Fill in brows, apply eyeshadow, eyeliner, and mascara to enhance your eyes.
• Cheeks: Add blush on the apples of your cheeks to bring color and life to your face.

• Lips: Finish with a lip color that complements your overall look.
Additional Tips
• Always blend well to avoid harsh lines.
• Use light layers and build up coverage as needed to avoid a cakey appearance.
• Practice regularly to improve your technique and to find what works best for your unique features.

Corrective makeup is about enhancing your natural beauty and creating a balanced look. It’s important to
experiment and practice to discover the best techniques and products for your skin type and tone.

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