Complete Guide to perfect Makeup

 Let's face it...(no pun intended)...most of us have removed your compact out of your purse to check your makeup, and Whoa Nelly you have literally melted.
It's really important that you take the time to apply Primer as if it is effortless. You'll want to use a very small pea size, this gives the perfect dose without applying too much, which can have a reversing effect, if and when too much is used. Primers are amazing worn alone, or under a BB or CC Cream as well. We will see a very natural yet polished look in a matter of minutes, since you can use your fingers with these products, it will only take less than 2 minutes. Makeup Artists alike will agree that powder is usually important to set your look. Using a powder puff with a dusting of translucent powder, massage powder into the puff, then roll and press onto the skin. Doing this will allow for immediate coverage, and sets the whole look. We know that it can be applied in less than 5 minutes. If you use the right colors, and tools then you're set.
Place eye-shadow over a primer and also without. It looks more vibrant and it blends even better with primer under your favorite product. You will get better color payoff and you will end up using less product whether you are using primer before foundation, lipstick or eye-shadow. Some say this does not work for them. It is understandable especially if you are not using a formula formulated for your skin type. Most brands create their primers to work with their existing and corresponding products they sell within their cosmetic line. But the primers pictured below are some examples of very versatile primers.
Primers come in various finishes; pore minimizing, anti-age, hydrating and oil control to name a few. Look for the one that best suits you and your skin needs. Primers also have benefits like locking in your moisturizer so you don't get dehydrated throughout the day, smooth out pores & fine lines. Also they're handy if you're always on the go and do not have time to touch up often. Because you apply once and you are set. More Oily/Combination skin types may want to touch up with a Talc Free powder, throughout the day to absorb excess sebum.

Here are some recommendations:

Face - Laura Mercier; +NARS Cosmetics  Pro Prime; +Too Faced Cosmetics ; Makeup For Ever 
Eyes - Laura Mercier Eye Basics; Urban Decay Eye Potion; MAC Paint Pots
Lips - La Mer Lip Balm; +MAC Cosmetics  Prep and Prime Lip, +Maybelline NY Mx  Baby Lips

Product courtesy of Nordstrom Calgary, AB