The best way to find your perfect foundation shade is to swatch a few shades on your jawline in natural light. The shade that disappears into your skin is the closest match. You can also consult with a beauty advisor at a makeup counter for professional assistance.

To make your lipstick last longer, start by exfoliating your lips and applying a lip balm. Then, apply a lip liner that matches your lipstick shade to fill in your lips. Apply one coat of lipstick, blot with a tissue, and then apply another coat. You can also lightly dust translucent powder over your lips through a tissue to set the color.

A matte finish is shine-free and provides a velvety, smooth look. It's ideal for oily skin types. A dewy finish, on the other hand, gives a luminous, hydrated, and slightly glowing appearance. It's great for dry or mature skin.

To prevent eyeliner smudging, start with an eyeshadow primer. Use a waterproof or smudge-proof eyeliner. If you're using pencil liner, set it with a similar-colored eyeshadow. Avoid applying heavy moisturizers or oily products on your eyelids.

It's generally not recommended to use expired makeup. Expired products can harbor bacteria, which can lead to skin irritation, breakouts, or infections. The formula and effectiveness of the product may also degrade over time.

The essential makeup brushes include a foundation brush, concealer brush, powder brush, blush brush, eyeshadow blending brush, and an angled brush for eyeliner or brows. Depending on your makeup preferences, you may also want to add a contour brush, highlight brush, and a lip brush.

Clean your makeup brushes regularly to remove bacteria and product buildup. You can use a gentle shampoo or a brush cleanser. Wet the bristles, apply the cleanser, and swirl the brush on your palm or a brush cleaning mat. Rinse thoroughly and let them air dry.

To apply liquid eyeliner, start with a steady hand. Rest your elbow on a table for support. Draw a thin line close to your lash line, starting from the inner corner of your eye and working your way out. You can create a wing by extending the line slightly upwards at the outer corner.

To make your eyes look bigger, you can use a nude or white eyeliner on your lower waterline, apply a light shimmer eyeshadow on your brow bone and inner corners, curl your lashes, and use mascara. You can also use a lighter concealer under your eyes to brighten the area.

A makeup primer creates a smooth base for your makeup. It helps your makeup last longer, fills in fine lines and pores, and controls oil. Different primers cater to different skin types and concerns, such as hydrating primers for dry skin or mattifying primers for oily skin.

For oily skin, look for oil-free or matte foundations. Dry skin benefits from hydrating or moisturizing foundations. Combination skin may require a balanced formula, and sensitive skin needs gentle, hypoallergenic options.

For a natural look, use a lightweight foundation or tinted moisturizer. Apply a minimal amount of concealer, and use neutral-toned eyeshadows. Apply one coat of mascara and finish with a nude or sheer lip color.