6 Tips for Applying Makeup Like a Pro

Sweeping on mascara might seem intuitive, but there’s actually a lash-maximizing technique that when employed correctly can take your eyes from whatever to woah. Ditto brow pencil and even lipstick. Kimberly Soane, the director of artistry at Bobbi Brown, offers up 6 easy tips for every product in your kit.

Concealer

Never put concealer or foundation on your eyelids as a base, it will cause your eye makeup to crease.

Foundation

Use your fingers to apply your foundation if you want sheer coverage and a brush for medium to full coverage.

Powder

Always apply powder where you are shiniest first–usually your T-zone–with a very light dusting everywhere else.

Bronzer

You should put bronzer on your neck, face, and chest to even out your skin tone. Be sure to take a step back and make sure everything is the same color.

Blush

When applying blush, smile, then dust the apples of your cheeks, then sweep pigment towards the tops of ears, then down toward the jawline.

Eyebrows

Trace brow pencil or powder along the tops of brows for an instant facelift.