Social media has become an amazing resource for makeup lovers to discover new trends and watch fun tutorials.
It’s easy to spend hours on Instagram and YouTube learning new skills from contouring to concealing.
So SELF picked their brains for their best makeup tips, and here’s what we learned.
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OK, so every makeup artist has her go-to tool.
Not to mention it’s always great to have them handy if a false lash pops off.
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Don’t put matte on dry lips, she says.
Experiment with different brands to find the formula you like the best.
Makeup artistHuda Kattanalso recommends using a lip primer to get a smooth finish.
That stark highlight you envy from your Instagram feed doesnt take a lot of precise skill.
Hill recommends using a large brush swept over the cheeks to get the perfect placement.
Another tip is to apply highlight before blush, she says.
This can look more natural and not as harsh.
The Instagram pros rely on a double cleansing method.
Bass uses vitamin E oil from Trader Joes to remove stubborn eye makeup.
Then, she cleanses with makeup wipes.
The oil breaks up the makeup and also hydrates the skin.
Coconut and olive oil were also a popular pick for a pre-cleansing makeup remover.
I like to set my lipstick with a translucent powder, saysKayla Hagey.
It makes everything look smoother and last longer."
The same contouring routine doesnt work for everyone.
Women who are fair to medium shades dont have to use cream to contour," says Bass.
“Contouring with powder is a great alternative and doesnt look as heavy.”
The pros incorporate a weekly lip scrub into their skin-care routine.
The exfoliation gets rid of the dead skin cells that can make your lip lacquer look uneven.
But venture to see the videos as inspiration rather than law.
Of course, we couldn’t pick the brains of Instagram and YouTube pros without getting their selfie tips.
So try standing in front of a window and consider your angles.
“Also, slightly raising your eyebrows always helps to show off your eye makeup a little more.”
