Natural Approaches to Color Correcting: Essential DOs and DON’Ts


INTRODUCTION

The beauty realm is always brimming with creativity, and this YouTube video is no exception. In this mesmerizing tutorial, professional makeup artist, Amanda, known for her creative approach and unique style, walks her audience through a sumptuous, glitter-infused smokey eye look. This masterpiece showcases a mix of bold colors with a satin finish and a touch of glitter, displaying the perfect balance between drama and elegance.

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Beginning with a thoroughly cleansed and moisturized face, Amanda first primes the skin to ensure a smooth and even canvas. Brows were then shaped with a creamy pencil, followed by a touch of clear brow gel to seal the style. The skin was perfected using a medium-coverage foundation and concealer, before being set with a translucent powder for a flawless, long-lasting finish.

Delving into the eye makeup, Amanda initially applied a deep plum eyeshadow as a base, slowly blending it upwards to fade the color into the brow bone. A touch of black eyeshadow was then added to the outer corners of the eyes to create further depth and dimension. The center of the eyelids were doused with a generous helping of glitter, amplifying the look with a burst of sparkle. The look was finished off with a generous coat of mascara, and setting spray was lightly misted over the face for a dewy, long-lasting finish.

KEY TIPS AND ADVICE

Amanda’s key piece of advice is patience – remembering that blending takes time. What sets this look apart is the seamless transition between the different hues on the eyelids, and Amanda emphasizes that this is achieved through gentle blending. The use of a primer also played a substantial role, as maintaining a flawless base can make or break a makeup look, especially when dealing with bold eye colors.

CONCLUSION

The beauty of makeup artistry is vividly exemplified in this video, establishing that with a few key techniques and a considerable amount of patience, anyone can mimic Amanda’s professional results. The video encourages makeup enthusiasts to never shy away from experimenting with different colors and textures and reflects the power of creativity within the realm of beauty.

PRODUCT AND TOOL LISTING

Products used:
1. Primer: Smashbox Photo Finish Primer – Preps the skin, ensuring an even base.
2. Foundation: MAC Studio Fix Fluid – Evens skin tone and provides medium to full coverage.
3. Concealer: Tarte Shape Tape Concealer – Brightens under-eye area and hides any blemishes.
4. Eyeshadows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Palette – Provides a range of gorgeous, blendable colors.
5. Glitter: NYX Glitter Primer and NYX Metallic Glitter in ‘Beauty Beam’ – Creates a sparkling effect.

Tools used:
1. Beauty Blender – Blends foundation and concealer seamlessly.
2. Fluffy Eyeshadow Brush – Adequate for blending eyeshadows.
3. Flat Eyeshadow Brush – Ideal for applying glitter.
4. Eyebrow Brush – Helps in shaping and filling the eyebrows.
5. Setting Spray: Urban Decay All-Nighter – Sets makeup and ensures longevity.

Whether you’re a skilled artist or a beauty novice, this extensive guide outlines all the essentials to create an eye-catching, glitter-infused smokey eye.

23 Comments

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @saraalakhia8237

    How do u know if u have severe dark circles or medium dark circles?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @saraalakhia8237

    What happens if u have light medium skin and have very dark circles?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @1cutebyrd

    Do you really not use your foundation on your eyelid and above eyelid?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @nicoletaab7437

    Those were really helpful tips! 😊 thank you 🙏🏽 I was never really interested in make up and since a few years I’m studying make up ! 😅 and I learn new stuff all the time! I will subscribe to you!

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @Noor-ci7mx

    nostalgic

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @Dev-jj1fy

    YouTube doing it's due duty for this video after 6 freaking years!

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @mhymai2625

    Thank you so much. New subscriber here😊

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @mandiigraham1596

    I couldn’t see any real difference but I have learnt not to be frightened of putting such strong unnatural colours on my face as they blend beautifully with the foundation.

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @user-vy7xk9fz2i

    Hi, I have a question. I have a birth mark on my forehead. How can I cover it? It's so difficult..

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @mws148

    I wish u could show how to do use the orange one.

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @phkit420

    As a man
    I think you look better without makeup

    Believe it or not
    Men can tell when someone’s face is painted

    Also contrast
    Is a morning after

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @adriana1388

    if we have dark circles it is compulsory to use color corrector?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @meerapatel3931

    I find this 5 years later but it's still helpfull thank you 💜

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @priya_jha

    Love your mascara

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @kanwalansari6268

    Superb way of telling

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @sarahbranham5603

    So, if you have a concealer or foundation that covers circles or discoloration, is color correcting still needed?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @ruharuha4381

    Right side is good

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @fifimsp

    LOL. Lilac. Like when Diane Wiest is trying to correct Edward Scissor hands. LOL.

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @earth2mika241

    This is so good!! What about pink correctors?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @harviamaro9606

    thanks

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @SRR-rh7id

    Remember a few years ago when we were convinced by YouTube makeup gurus to use orange correctors on our face?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @gauriiaggarwal8169

    I don’t use foundations. Any tips in that case?

  • Posted May 29, 2024 10:25 pm
    by @batcat4eternityfanfics559

    OMG I was today's old when I learned about different type of color correctors. Thank you so much for this info! This helps a lot! Learning something new everyday about makeup application! 😀

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