Exploring the Right Shade of Concealer: Should it be Lighter or Darker than Foundation?


Introduction
In this video tutorial, professional makeup artist, Tasha Star, guides us as she creates a beautifully natural, everyday makeup look that enhances your natural beauty without overpowering it. Sharing her insider tips and tricks along the way, Tasha deftly demonstrates a step-by-step guide to prepping, priming, and applying makeup that is simple enough for beginners yet impactful enough for makeup enthusiasts.

Step-by-step Guide
1. Tasha begins by thoroughly cleansing her face, emphasizing the importance of a clean, fresh base. Using a gentle cleansing solution, she removes any dirt or oils that could interfere with the application process.
2. Next, she hyrdates her skin using a replenishing moisturizer. Tasha highlights the key elements of the moisturizer she uses highlighting its non-greasy consistency and soothing ingredients.
3. On primed skin, she applies a liquid foundation, evenly spreading the product with a foundation brush for a smooth, natural finish.
4. Tasha moves to the eyes, applying a neutral eyeshadow as a base. She then adds depth and definition with a darker shade in her crease, blending strategically for a soft, seamless look.
5. She follows with eyeliner, drawing a thin line along her lash line, which she finishes with a light stroke of mascara, carefully underlining the importance of not overdoing it.
6. She completes the look with a sweep of blush on her cheekbones and a hint of nude lipstick, adding just enough color to keep the look fresh and vibrant.

Key Tips and Advice
Throughout the video, Tasha repeatedly emphasizes the importance of good skincare as an integral part of makeup application. She also underscores the need for practicing blending techniques, correctly using tools, and selecting appropriate shades based on one’s complexion and undertones. Understanding the importance of balance and restraint, she illustrates how to create a makeup look that doesn’t overrule one’s natural beauty but rather enhances it.

Conclusion
Tasha’s tutorial invites viewers to embrace makeup as a fun, creative process rather than a chore or a means to cover up “flaws”. Her tips spotlight the importance of an individualized approach, inspiring viewers to experiment and find looks that resonate with their personality and preferences.

Product and Tool Listing
1. Cleanser: Tasha recommends a gentle, hydrating cleanser for makeup preparation.
2. Moisturizer: A non-greasy moisturizer that helps hydrate the skin.
3. Foundation: Tasha uses a medium-coverage, smooth finish foundation.
4. Eyeshadows: Neutral base shadow and a darker crease shadow for depth.
5. Eyeliner: A classic black liner to emphasize the lash line.
6. Mascara: A lightweight, volumizing mascara for natural-looking lashes.
7. Blush: A peachy-pink blush to enhance the cheekbones.
8. Lipstick: A nude lipstick to complete the look.

Tasha’s easy-to-follow video tutorial provides a comprehensive look at creating an everyday makeup look. By replicating this process and incorporating Tasha’s tips and techniques, you can easily craft a makeup routine that brings out your natural beauty while suiting your personal style and skills.

44 Comments

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @SmithaDepak

    ❤Products used in this tutorial (in order):

    Cover FX Primer https://amzn.to/3JIdqOC

    Dark Concealer: pretty fresh creamy concealer dark 170 n https://go.magik.ly/ml/1qtzm/

    Light Concealer: Milani Concealer in 135 (medium beige) https://amzn.to/3Y0vIz9

    Skin shade Concealer: Milani Concealer in 150 (natural sand) https://amzn.to/3Y0vIz9

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @stutisitaula5680

    it would be really helpful if you could suggest me a concealer tone . Well, my foundation is one shade lighter than my original skin tone. so shall i go with one shade darker concealer? or the one which matches my skin tone? i am confused !!

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @enumgamez7380

    Hey i used a conceler lighter than my skintone and it turned out ashy so should i opt for exact match for my undereye?

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @Snowaqua2

    Dear Smitha, today your video/make up education has helped me a lot. I had ordered a light concealer as per my skin and was wondering if i needed a darker shade. 😢

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @shifaansari3612

    Hii plz reply….
    I am a beginner and i want to buy concealer to hide my dark circles its my 1st time …….
    Which shade should i buy (darker or lighter) shade than my skin color to cover dark circles ( and i don't use foundation means just makeup with concealer )which will be better ??…
    Plzzz reply

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @miultimavez

    Thanks ❤

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @ariyaanshaji6816

    Darker or lighter .which one to chose ?

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @ShrisHenna

    How to identify that dark circle has blue undertone?

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @BabyMew18

    Smith, I am always amazed at your makeup applications. You make everything look so easy.
    I have learned that the most important thing with eyeshadow is blending, blending, blending👁.
    I love dark blue eyeshadow, but hardly ever wear it, because I have blue eyes. I was messing around, and came up with my own smokey blue shadow that looks great.
    Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with me🤲❤👸

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @aigelbenny3972

    How can we use a powder foundation of lighter shade. I have mac nc 25 that looks ashy

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @nermazel8842

    Beutifull ❤

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @priyankasinghal6696

    Any tips to reduce dark circles

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @luvlocs06

    This was so helpful!!

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @rashmichauhan8558

    Just came across ur channel and have recently started following you. Just Loving ur content.
    I wanted to learn make up since a long time.
    So happy that I came across ur channel.
    Finally, i will be able to learn make up.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @chitsb

    What a super duper useful video with practical tips. Thank you!!

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @pinazdamari5321

    Mam pls ye video Hindi main bnaye plz plz

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @josielancaster7095

    Awesomeness thanks

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @GurleenKaur-pw2xd

    Knowledgeful video❤

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @speechy_keen4878

    This was amazing… thank you! 🎉❤

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @Spacesandtimes22

    Me watching this because I bought the wrong shade 👀

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @kellyb.1257

    What did you do to fade the dark circles?

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @2201sunflower

    You said you had deeper dark circles. Which color corrector you used back then? How did you reduce ur dark circles?? Pls help

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @2201sunflower

    How come you hv videos for all my queries

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @exrep0182

    Thanks! This is very helpful. When you use the concealer on your lids, do you set it with powder?

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @lisadougherty5999

    Very helpful Smitha!

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @betholson5763

    Thank you so much for explaining the differences and how to use them. At 40 I need this more now than ever. Love ya

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @Tintin0687

    In a different video you said not to use concealer on your eye lid if you have oily eyelids bc all concealers have oil. So which one is it?

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @deasi_singharoy6

    You demonstrate everything perfectly,, thank you ❣️

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @brittanygomez9694

    🤎💙❤️💜

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @inspiredrecipes

    Love your videos always! Thanks 🙂

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @margobowen304

    Your first look was the best around eyes

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @leyapriya9323

    Thank you…very beautiful 😍👌

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @hifzasohail6771

    Plz give review of tarte glow wand

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @anabelleomalley627

    Do you have the best tips! Thanks for an amazing video.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @martamilano8869

    I like vegan products 😉

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @1957arm

    Your videos are the best.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @leyahruizdeloreto6420

    very helpful, thank you!

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @LCx829

    Rare beauty has a brightening concealer I really like. Great video.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @ExpatMom288

    Always so clear and concise. Very helpful.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @ShadesandcoloursbyUmaiza9003

    Ur makeup technics are amazing my Q is how you lighter your dark circles must guide me bcoz I have also this problem using so many products but couldn't work any product.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @samb6330

    Hi how did you get rid of your dark circles? ❤❤

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @NK-zi4xn

    How do you have such sleek hair look. Like without flyaways. Can you please do a everyday hair looks

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @shabanarashid3504

    Exactly what I have been looking for.

  • Posted June 6, 2024 1:54 am
    by @Soulfullnsight

    Excellent tutorial, as usual. I have been struggling with my under eyes for a while. Thank you.

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