MAC Studio Makeup
Talk
Each student was given a choice to learn either a bridal look or
a club-inspired look. I chose the club look, and the instructors described each
step in the process. I picked up a few tips along the way.
1. Beat the Heat
with MAC Wipes
When it’s hot out, store MAC
Wipes ($17) in the fridge. It keeps them feeling crisp and refreshing
against your skin when used to remove your makeup.
2. Fix+ to Soothe
Red Areas
If you have red, splotchy skin, spritz Fix+ (RM16)
over your entire face before applying your makeup. Not only does the spray prep
skin for makeup application, but it contains soothing chamomile as well.
3. Primer Reduces
the Need for Touch-Ups
Face primers are great for oily skinned ladies and gents. You
won’t have to reapply your makeup as often throughout the day if you use a
primer first. MAC has two kinds, Prep
+ Prime Skin (RM23) and Prep
+ Prime Face Protect SPF 50(RM28).
4. Use Fast
Response Eye Cream to Minimize Fine Lines
If you have fine lines around your eyes or mouth, apply Fast
Response Eye Cream (RM28.50) to the areas before applying any of your
makeup (even foundation). The formula contains optical diffusers to minimize
the appearance of fine lines.
5. Layer
Foundation: It’s Easier to Add Than to Take Away
A little foundation goes a long way. It’s better to start with
less and to build it up to the coverage you want. It’s easier to slowly add
product than it is to take it away.
6. Studio Tech
Foundation for Medium Coverage
MAC
Studio Tech (RM29), a cream foundation in a compact tends to be
lighter than MAC’s fluid foundations. I’m normally an NC 35, but Studio Tech in
a slightly darker NC 37 provides great medium coverage and helps soften and
diffuse lines on the skin.
7. Use Downward
Strokes to Apply Foundation
Facial hair and fuzz tends to lie vertically on the skin, from
top to bottom, so when applying foundation with something like a 190 Foundation
Brush (RM32), use downward strokes to and go with the “grain” of the
hair.
