How to Apply Makeup in High School

Last Updated: May 13, 2021 References Tested

Prepare amazing and attractive makeup for high school with these suggestions for a look that isn't overdone but will leave you looking beautified.

Part 1

Part 1 of 4:
Developing your skin care regime

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Wash your face. Use a cleanser to do this until your face is clean, and then dry your face.^{[1]
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Come up with a skin care routine, one that fits your specific type of skin. Make sure to use everything if necessary; Exfoliator, Moisturizer, Cleanser, Toner, etc.^{[2]
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Even out your skin tone. What you need totally depends on your skin tone. If your skin is "bad", a good foundation is totally fine as long as you blend well and remove it every night. Concealer is to be use sparingly for little problem spots as it can look cakey. If your skin is nice, go for a tinted moisturizer or BB Cream; it will give you a healthy glow. ^^Set that with translucent or bronzing powder.^{[3]
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Part 2

Part 2 of 4:
Using eye makeup

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Prime your eyes before doing eyeshadow. The helps your eyeshadow to last longer. If you don't have an eye primer, the look of foundation, cream bases, or concealer will do the job too.^{[4]
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- Using a fluffy brush will blend the shadow.
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Apply a natural-looking (if wanted shimmery) eyeshadow to your eyelids. If you feel it, feel free to use a soft gray instead. For more definition: sweep a darker shade into the crease and outer corner and highlight your brow-bone with a light shade.
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Line your lower lash line/waterline. It will give great subtle definition if used properly! If you have ex. brown eyes, they will look great with a pop of purple, blue or green beneath the eye, but feel free to stick to black, charcoal, or brown. If your eyes are small, a white or peach line on your waterline will open them up.^{[5]
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If you want your eyelashes to look thicker and darker, blend an eyeliner into the upper lashes - liquid, pencil, or gel, it's totally up to you! If it really suits you, you can also wing out your liner for a dramatic and trendy effect!
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Curl your eyelashes lightly to prep them for easy mascara application. If they're naturally curly though, you can skip this step!
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Use one or two coats of a mascara that goes well with your hair color. If you're a brunette, black (or clear if your lashes are already really black) is most likely the color for you. If blonde or red-head, you might want to opt for a brown, dark brown, or black/brown.
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Use a brow grooming brush. It makes your eyebrows look a lot better, and helps your makeup look ten times better.

Part 3

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Applying face makeup

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Use a blush to add color to the cheek.^{[6]
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- It's your choice whether to go for blush or not. If you want to, cream blushes are a great idea since their finish is really natural and dewy. If your skin tends to get super-oily though, powder blushes are great. Use a rosy, peachy, or berry color depending on your natural flush.
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Set your makeup with a setting powder. This will help it to last. Setting your makeup will help it last longer and help it not wear off throughout the day.

Part 4

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Applying lip makeup

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Add color. If wanted, apply a fun lip color. Make sure it's not too bold! A natural flush or naturally nuded-out lips are the way to go. Use a balm before-hand! Or just use gloss.^{[7]
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Finish off with lip gloss or lip balm.^{[8]
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Community Q&A

Question

What color eyeliner should I use if I'm blonde?

Community Answer

Black pretty much works for everyone, especially light black/grayish. Brown is also fine. It doesn't really matter what your hair color is.
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How do I apply liquid eyeliner as a beginner?

Community Answer

Try felt-tip liners first, they look like liquid eyeliners but have a strong and firm grip like pencil liners. They're nothing to be afraid of, practice with the felt-tip liners first before moving onto liquid eyeliners. Many drugstore brands sell good felt-tip liners in case you're on a budget.
Question

Why should I put on lip gloss or lip balm after the lip stick?

Community Answer

You don't have to, but it keeps your lips moisturized so your lips don't look chapped. It also gives it a shiny effect!
Question

How do I buy makeup without my parents knowing?

Community Answer

You should not buy makeup without your parents knowing. Don't try to undermine them. Try talking to them about why you want to start wearing makeup.
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What makeup should I wear to attract someone I like?

Community Answer

Remember that makeup should enhance your own beauty, not become the focus. Start with mascara to enhance your eyes and maybe a cherry-tinted lip gloss to bring attention to your lips.
Question

What is the best lip balm for dark lips?

Ellie Homewood

Community Answer

Any is fine but if you want your lips to be lighter, then use a lipstick and apply a lip gloss on top.
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What should I do to achieve a natural makeup look?

Ellie Homewood

Community Answer

Apply concealer under your eyes, on your eyelid and on your forehead. Blend it out with a damp sponge. Use an eyebrow pencil to draw on some fake hairs on your eyebrows. Curl you lashes and apply mascara. Put some lip balm on. Spray on setting spray.
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I think I'm pretty enough, but I also love makeup! Sometimes I wanna go bold. How would I do that?

Ellie Homewood

Community Answer

Maybe only do bold makeup on the weekends. You can do a basic cut crease by putting a darker eyeshadow in your crease and applying bold lipstick. Curl your lashes and apply mascara. Use Vaseline on the parts of your face you want to highlight. Then apply a lip gloss.
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I've tried some different makeup, but I just don't think anything looks good on me. Do you have any brand recommendations or overall tips?

Zyla

Community Answer

If you don't have the money to afford high- end makeup, brands like NYX or e.l.f. are good to start off with. Otherwise, I suggest brands like Ultra Beauty, Urban Decay, Smashbox, Estee Lauder, Lancome, MAC, etc. (only buy these brands if you have the money).

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