1. Asian skintone
Most Asians have a yellow skin undertone, so pick a yellow-based foundation and powder instead of pink-based ones.
If you're lucky enough to have a good complexion, you can choose to skip the foundation. For those who have spots and blemishes, use a good creamy yellow-based concealer with lots of coverage and opacity. Dab concealer on top of the blemish and blend with your finger, then set by dusting a little loose powder all over.
2. Asian lashes
Asian lashes tend to be short and poker-straight. Lash curlers are great for opening up the eyes, but if you love a longer-lasting fuller curl, try using a heated lash curler.
Add definition to your eyelashes with two coats of mascara -- black is the color that complements Asians' black or dark-brown irises. Lengthening mascaras contain micro-fibers to extend lash tips and create the illusion of longer lashes, while thickening mascaras help to volumize if you have thin or sparse lashes. Look for a mascara that comes with a thin brush applicator to reach the entire lash length for a full coat.
3. Asian eyes
Often, Asian eyes lack a crease in the upper eyelid (i.e. single eyelid), or they seem to disappear when the eyes are open. Asian eyelids are also somewhat heavier, making the eyes look tired and puffy.
Add definition with a generous stroke of eyeliner for definition, or try a black eyeshadow for a smoky smudged effect -- this sooty look especially flatters eyes without creases. Apply with a small angled brush, staying close to the lashline.
To disguise puffy lids, blend in brown or apricot matte shadow over the upper lid, sweeping all the way up and out of the outer corner. Blend highlight along the brow bone and along the rim of the inner corner to add dimension.
4. Asian cheekbones
Most Asians have naturally high cheekbones. For a youthful flush, accentuate your cheeks with a blush shade like rose or soft berry that will lift the yellow undertone.
Apply blush with a blush brush and sweep using crescent strokes just below the apples of your cheeks. To locate your cheek apples, just smile -- they're the part of your cheeks that pop out.
For a more dramatic look, apply highlighter to the top of your cheekbones to play up your bone structure.
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MAKE UP RULES TO BREAK
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Some makeup rules are meant to be broken. Why conform when you can overrule? After all, today's makeup is about individuality and creativity. Unveil your own style with these new takes on orthodox makeup routine.
Old Rule #1:
Your eyeshadow should match the color of your outfit
New Take:
It's not illegal to wear lilac shadow with your purple dress, but there's really no need to match colors. Think about it this way: Do you want your makeup to say "Notice me" or do you want to end up as an accessory to your dress?
Want your face to be the focus of attention? Consider some color contrast: If you are wearing color, use shadows in a different color family or in a neutral shade; if you're in neutrals, experiment with different colorful shadows.
Old Rule #2:
Your face must always be shine-free
New Take:
It used to be a makeup taboo to have a shiny face. Now, women are celebrating translucent, glowing skin. Perhaps we have finally realized that matte makeup isn't so fresh-looking after all. In fact, dull, lackluster skin is more synonymous with ageing skin.
To brighten up your complexion, normal to combination skins do best with light-reflective foundation and powders with a hint of glow. If you have a dry skin, opt for more moisturizing foundations and skip the powder.
To achieve a glowing face without venturing into greasy territory, oily skins should still use powder as a finish. Your face will naturally shine in a few hours. If it becomes too oily, avoid piling on more layers of powder – it will look too cakey and artificial. Instead, touch up using a blotting paper.
Old Rule #3:
Glitter and gloss are for young women
New Take:
Today's shimmer makeup are made of light-reflecting particles much finer than before. This means they're a lot less garish and a lot more age-friendly.
If you've always had qualms about wearing lipgloss, try tinted lipgloss with a creamy, semi-sheer formulation, instead of those liquid lacquer-like kinds. Tinted lipgloss is flattering for women of all ages. The shine in the gloss actually helps plump up thin lips (flattering for aging lips). Gloss is also as appropriate for evening wear as red lipstick.
Old Rule #4:
Always apply concealer before foundation
New Take:
When you go by the old rule of "concealer first, foundation second", the coverage is heavier.
If you prefer a more natural look and a sheer coverage, apply foundation first. The foundation itself has some concealing property and will help to even out any uneven skin tone, so less concealer will be needed after that.
Old Rule #5:
Only use black or dark brown eyeliners
New Take:
Only if you want to play it safe and boring. Want party peepers in an instant? Go for color eyeliners to make a fashion statement and add a more interesting definition to the eyes.
There are no hard rules to color liners: You can pair the liner and shadows with similar hues or use an entirely different color to line your eyes (bolder and more dramatic), or even apply after your black liner.
Senget Juak!
