Preparation for the perfect base coat.

Always make sure that you cleanse your skin thoroughly using a facial wash for your skin type. After washing then use a toner to remove any final traces of makeup. Make sure that you moisturise your skin before you apply and makeup, and when you apply this rub in small circular strokes and let it dry.You should always make sure that you have the right base for your particular skin tone and a make up sponge for applying it. On young skin you do only need a tinted moisturiser, which matches your own skin tone as close as possible, make sure that you use one with sun protection factor in it (SPF). Always test the shade on your jaw line and if it disappears into your skin then you have found the right one.When applying a base coat to the skin put in on in small dots all over your face and with a damp makeup sponge blend by small strokes. Don't forget to apply to your neck and hairline and make sure that you blend it well. Make sure that you never overdo it, as less is more!If you have a problem area, then its worth investing in a good concealer, again make sure that it matches your skin tone, and dot on the areas and use your forth finger to blend it in.For giving your skin a healthy glow, dust a little bronzing powder over your face with a large brush, applying to your cheeks, nose, forehead and chin. Finish off with a little blushing powder to highlight your cheekbones.Now you are ready to apply to your eyes, lips, lashes from the colour palette for your skin type.At the end of the day or evening, always make sure that you remove all makeup and cleanse your skin and moisterise so that you don't clog pores of your skin.Tips:* Never put anything in your eyes* Don't eat your make-up* Don't overdo it when applying your make up as fresh and natural are best* Also on young skin you should not wear shocking pink or red lipsticks* Always look after your skin; too much make up when you are young may cause you problems with your skin when you are older* The most important thing is that you stand out, not your make up* It is important that you do not share eye make up because you never know if someone suffers with conjuctivitis or lipsticks as they may suffer with cold sores and these can then be passed on to youWhen you are experimenting with make up it is important to remember that all colours should be light, if you wear the wrong colours or too much for your skin tone you can hide your best facial features and look silly.If you wear too much eye shadow you can end up taking the sparkle away from your eyes, you need to wear colours that compliment them. Also make sure you wear the appropriate type for the occasion, if you do a lot of sports then you are better wearing waterproof makeup.A good way to apply blusher is to smile and then apply to the apple of your cheek, blending softly up towards the hairline, then blend down from your cheekbone to achieve a natural look.Try to wear lipsticks with and SPF of 15 which will help to keep them moisturised and protect them from the sun.Always make sure that you throw away old make-up and check the use by date.