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Are You Actually Bad At Makeup?

[Natural daylight](https://www.thecut.com/2015/03/best-way-to-light-your-face-for-makeup.html) shows you what your makeup ~really~ looks like.

What’s the best lighting to apply your makeup?

Your makeup needs a [good base](https://www.makeup.com/tutorial-how-to-apply-primer-like-a-pro). Primer is that good base.

What should you apply first?

Going no more than [two shades lighter](https://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/makeup-tips/eyes/how-to-choose-and-use-concealer.html) will help you avoid a super-bright, contrasting under-eye area.

At most, how many shades lighter than your skin tone should your concealer be?

Dermatologists recommend that you clean those beauty tools [once a week](https://www.allure.com/story/how-clean-are-your-makeup-brus). Do it for your skin.

How often should you wash your makeup brushes?

Using a ~good~ [foundation brush](https://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/makeup-skincare/a22589/common-makeup-beauty-mistakes-easy-ways-to-fix-them/) typically gives you smooth, even coverage.

What's usually the best foundation tool to give you a smooth, even finish?

Testing the foundation on your [jawline](https://www.today.com/style/how-apply-foundation-find-right-color-shade-t166025) helps you see if the shade will match the edges of your face.

Where should you apply foundation to see if it’s the right shade?

[Curling those lashes](https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/beauty-hair/a27910/tips-to-make-eyes-look-bigger/) makes your eyes look wide and awake.

What makeup trick makes your eyes appear larger?

Applying highlighter [on your temples](https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-apply-highlighter.html) actually makes your face look wider.

Where would you ~normally~ not apply highlighter?

Translucent powder can [alter the color](https://khoobsurati.com/makeup-tips-8-dos-donts-applying-blush.html) of your blush. Try blotting paper instead.

True or false: You should use translucent powder to remove excess blush.

A [cool, dry place](https://swirlster.ndtv.com/beauty/6-effective-ways-to-store-your-makeup-properly-1796226) works best! Your bathroom can get pretty humid, and excess moisture means you risk spreading bacteria. Gross.

Where should you NOT store your beauty products?

Your makeup skills could use an upgrade. But hey, we all have to start somewhere.

You’re so-so at makeup!

Not too shabby! You can probably work a little magic with some eyeliner, but there’s still room to improve!

You’re decent at makeup!

You know how to cut a crease, and your eyebrow game is very strong. Most likely, your friends are always asking you for makeup advice — and if they aren’t, they should.

You’re a makeup pro!

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