Makeup for beginners: 10 basic tips

It's time! Your mom has finally given you permission to wear makeup. Before you start experimenting with all the shades that exist, check out these makeup tips for beginners. We hope they will be very useful to you!

1. Don't wear foundation unless you really need it Your skin is young, healthy, and wrinkle-free. There's no need to clog your pores at such an early age. Applying makeup for the first time means using a darker mascara, applying eyeliner, a bit of blush, and adding some shine to your lips. That's it! 
2. Choose the right shade of foundation and/or concealer If you still want to use foundation and/or concealer, go to the nearest shopping center and ask a professional for help. They know how to find the ideal product for your skin tone and type. 
3. Avoid using too many products No matter how appealing their commercials may be, at this age, you don't need to apply so many things. Stick to the basics: Moisturizer + foundation/concealer (optional) + blush + mascara + eyeliner + lipstick + cleanser 
4. Don't pluck your eyebrows with tweezers (Your first time) Your eyebrows frame your face. Our best advice would be to get them threaded, not by yourself! Go to a professional, they understand the symmetry of your face and will find the best way to shape your eyebrows to complement your features.
5. Leave the eyeshadows for when you're older Experimenting with eyeshadows of different colors is for little girls playing with clown makeup. Keep in mind that "less is more". Well-defined eyebrows and lined eyes will make you look super pretty. 
6. Practice at home Don't wait until your friend's Quinceañera day to use new makeup techniques. Practice makes perfect! And it's ideal to practice on days when you don't have anything to do or an important commitment.
7. Look for makeup professionals on YouTube Learn from the best! Use YouTube as your source of inspiration. Some of our favorite gurus are Pixiwoo, Lisa Eldridge, Michelle Phan (of course!), and Zoella.
8. Never go to bed without removing your makeup Now is the best time to include this habit in your daily routine. As you grow and improve your makeup techniques, and with the change of your skin, it's best to take care of it from now on and remove any bacteria that makeup and the dirt of the day might leave behind to keep your skin healthy.
9. Hydrate your skin daily, whether you wear makeup or not Your skin may react differently depending on the product you use, so it's essential to moisturize your face daily and avoid pimples or irritations. Don't forget to apply sunscreen under your makeup, especially during the summer.
10. Use makeup to look even more beautiful than you already are. Do not start using makeup with the idea of hiding what you see as imperfections. Sure, if you have a pimple, do your best to feel beautiful with the help of a little makeup, but do not cover it or your complexion will look pasty, making your pimple more evident.

Over time, you will know what your best features are and learn to enhance them with a little makeup.