The Multiple

The urban makeup trend is moving towards technique and skill. We tell you how you can use some new-age products in a multiple ways.

 

#1 What: Pigments
How to use it:

Pigments are always underestimated. These highly pigmented powders in all colour ranges are actually very easy to work with. Pigments are great because they not only give you true intense colours but also last really really long.

On your eyes:	On your face:	On Your body:
Mix the pigment with a few drops of water (you also get liquids and glues to mix them, if you want to get a more professional finish) and make an eyeshadow out of it. Use your fingers or an eyeshadow brush to apply it. You can also dip an eyeliner brush and use it to outline the upper or lower eyelid. It works as an eyeshadow or creamy eye pencil.	Mix pigment in gold or bronze with your moisturiser or light foundation and smooth it on your face with a foundation brush. See how it brings out a dewy skin and adds a little sparkle to your complexion. Perfect for a beach party or a club look.	You can mix pigment in a gold, copper or bronze with a body lotion and smooth it with your fingers all over your body. Make sure to douse you collar bones, calves and back with a little extra for a sexy, sultry finish.

Recommended brands: MAC, Inglot, VOV and Ben Nye

#2 What: Cream blush

How to use it:

On your cheeks:	On your lips:	On your brow bone:
Replace the old powder blush with a cream blush for a healthy glow. Use your finger tips or makeup wedges to blend the cream blush into the apple of your cheeks.	Use your fingers to dab the cream blush on your lips for a nude, long-lasting matte finish to your lips.	Use the cream blush to add sheen to your brow bone with or without eyeshadow. This naturally gives the effect of brighter eyes.

Recommended brands: Clinique, NYX, Maybelline, MAC

#3 What: Gel eyeliner

How to use it:

As an eyeshadow:	As a kohl pencil:	As an eyeliner:
Scoop out a little gel eyeliner in a flat dish or plate, mix with two drops of water and use it as a black eyeshadow. The creamy texture will turn matte and last you hours, offering great colour intensity. The non-powder formula unlike most eyeshadows will ensure you have no powder spills and raccoon eyes after you apply your eye shadow.	Use the gel eyeliner on your waterline (lower lash line) to replace your kohl pencil. The non-smudge and non-pencil formula ensures long wear and darker, smoother lines.	Use the innovative gel eyeliner to create matte effect winged eyes.

Recommended brands: MAC, Bobbi Brown,Maybelline, L'Oreal

#4 What:Cheek and lip stain

How to use it:

On the cheeks:	On the lips:
Add just a dab of colour on the apple of your cheeks with a cheek stain. You can use the brush to dab dots on the apple of your cheeks (find them by smiling) and blend with fingers, a sponge or a blush brush.	You can use this on your lips to add natural colour and then follow with a gloss or lip balm for lips that look naturally healthy and pink.

Recommended brands: Bourjois, Bodyshop, Maxfactor