When applying electric eyeshadows, go bold or don't bother. Take a cue from the House of Holland show and sweep an arc of opaque turquoise shadow, like NYX Vivid Brights Creme Colour, $10, from the lid to just under the brow bone. Choose a coordinating eye pencil to rim the bottom lashes for a precise finish (it's not cheating) or bring the eyeshadow down with the little finger for a diffused look.
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Soft-Focus Lips
This soft-focus lip look is best achieved using fingers to apply lipstick in layers, focusing on the center of lips with a true-red lipstick, like Paul & Joe Beaute Lipstick CS - Spring 2018, $20. It looks like you just sucked on an ice pop, in the prettiest way.
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Nude Makeup Look
The muted pumpkin color scheme offers a flattering nude makeup look for the whole face. Stipple Nars The Multiple, $39, on eyes, cheeks and lips with fingers and blend for a natural look.
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Bring on the Brights
Afraid of color? This look will hopefully help you overcome that fear while giving you plenty of practice applying makeup without brushes. Use a dabbing technique to achieve the lived-in lip, then use a (clean) finger to tap on powder blue eyeshadow from the lid all the way back to the hairline. The unique shape makes the 80s-inspired makeup look modern.
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Soft Smoky Eye
Make a smoky eye less complicated by applying and blending shadows with fingers. When you're not concerned about using the "proper" brush in a certain spot, it enables you to unleash your inner artist and go with your instincts. For a pop of color, dab shimmering green eyeshadow on the lower lash line.
