I have a confession to make. I’m obsessed with Youtube beauty tutorials. Seriously though it’s like crack; I could easily lose track of time and spend three hours trolling Youtube for videos that will help me perfect my makeup application. Along the way though, I’ve learned a thing or two. Today I thought I’d share some of the simplest tips I’ve learned, along with some that I’ve always considered public knowledge but aren’t.

1. Always use moisturizer with SPF. Even in the winter.
2. Dunk freshly painted nails into ice cold water to help dry faster.
3. When applying foundation with a brush/sponge, always start with the area of your face that needs the most coverage.
4. Got mascara on your lid? Wait a couple minutes before removing it with a dry Q-tip. It will buff out easily.
5. Always, always set your under concealer with powder to avoid creasing.
6. To smooth out pores and bumps, apply a small amount of primer after you moisturize. This will ensure a photo-finish makeup application.
7. Makeup looks best when you apply your concealers after your foundation.

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