For some, makeup seems unnecessary or even a hassle, while others pride themselves in their makeup choices.
Being an Auburn University Majorette, I have gotten my game day makeup routine down to 10-15 minutes.
Sure, touchups are required throughout the day, but repeating the same process for four years now has polished my skills.
1. Starting with concealer, I build the base for my makeup application. Concealer covers all the bumps, dark circles or imperfections any man or woman might not want people to see.
2. Foundation comes next, whether you use powdered, mousse or liquid, foundation produces a finished airbrushed look for your skin. Personally, I use liquid foundation which I apply with a foundation brush. Blend the area below your jawline, so there isn't a harsh line where the foundation ends.
3. Powder and bronzer touch up skin to smooth out tone differences. I use a powder brush to put on powder and bronzer. I apply bronzer to the tops of my cheeks, which adds defined color to certain places on your face. Be careful not to get a color that is too dark, or your face will look orange and caked.
4. Lightly applied with an angled brush, blush livens up your face by adding a rose color to your cheeks. While doing my makeup I actually smile to apply my blush where my cheeks puff up.
5. Highlighting is the final step for face makeup. If you're unfamiliar with this, it attracts light to certain areas of your skin to create the illusion of brightness. When used with contouring, you can appear to lift or push back certain facial features with a highlighter, but I find concealer also does the trick. I apply it under my eyes and on either side of my nose. I also put a little dab above my lip.
6. Eyeshadow is my favorite part of makeup. So many colors, so many choices. Starting with a light color I cover my entire eyelash and the area above it with an eyeshadow fluff brush. I use an almost white color to highlight my brow line. I like shimmery colors more than flat colors, so I use gold on the base of my eyelash. Then I use a golden, pink brownish color on the area above my eyelash. To shade and create shadow I use darker colors on the upper outer space above my eyelash with an angled shadow brush and blending brush. I use a dark purple and brown on the outer corner. For hazel eyes like my own, purple makes the eye pop.
7. Eyeliner defines your eye and comes in liquid, gel or pencil. I like liquid because it is easier to put on. It also stays on longer. I apply eyeliner starting in the middle of my eyelash sweeping to the outer edge.
8. Mascara enhances your eye, and when selecting mascara, make sure to find one that doesn't clump.
9. Lipstick is simple. Find a shade you like, and stick with it. Colors depend on what you're doing for the day or night. If you're in a performance, a deep or bright red makes you stand out. If you're just going on a lunch date, a casual light pink may be better. When searching for lipstick, always make sure you try the color on your lips before you buy it.
10. The final step is a finishing spray to seal your look. I use Nyx Makeup Setting Spray on game days. This helps your makeup stay on through sweat and keeps it fresh for long-lasting wear.
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