The world of makeup and beauty products has been advancing at light speed and one often finds it hard to keep a track of important makeup products or the best organic skin care products in Pakistan.

The task is especially daunting if you are just starting out or rather new to the scene, merely the brands in your Instagram feed are enough to overwhelm you with never-ending product lines and specialized tools on offer one ends up thinking why do I even need all these products. What do I do with a bronzer and contour kit? How can I tell whether I need an eyebrow gel or an eyebrow pencil? If these weren’t enough there are all these varieties of different product types like organic, cruelty free, sustainable, natural, etc. along with those for different body parts. It is exhausting to say the least if you are a beginner unless you understand what different products are meant for and what your personal care requirements are, there is a pretty good chance that you will end up spending a great deal of money for things that have little or no utility for you. We have put together a list of all the basics to help you get started according to your needs.

Let’s start with the complexion product basics

A refresher course into all the basics about common beauty products will help you define your beauty routine while also delineating plans for the future or special occasions. Let’s begin by looking at some of the basic products used for enhancing complexion.

Primers generally take the form of creams, sprays or gels and they are used to even out the skin as they fill in all the pores or lines. This creates a perfect blank canvas for all your makeup to settle in flawlessly. It also helps your makeup look more natural instead of cakey but you just have to make sure that you pick one that goes with the natural skin tone you have. Foundation is second on the list and it is one of those essential makeup items that you can really call foundational. The basic purpose of a foundation is to make your complexion look smooth while hiding any imperfections and is mostly available as a cream, liquid or powder. There is plenty of variety in the types of foundation available in the market but as a general rule you must take into account the level of coverage. If you want to go for a natural look then light coverage will do the job since it will create a very thin layer on your skin but if you have freckles or blemishes it won’t completely conceal them. On the other hand if your requirement calls for a heavier finish then a foundation with full coverage will be better as it can hide scars, acne hyperpigmentation and blemishes really well.

Creating a masterpiece isn’t all that simple

Concealer is mostly used for extra support with pimples, dark spots or scars as it adds extra coverage. You can pick one with dewy finish or matte finish depending on what kind of look you want to go for. Some concealers work best in combination with a highlighter in order to add a glow while others are only supposed to conceal any particular imperfections, they are also available in different coverage levels. Contouring and highlighting are often done in conjunction with each other to create the chiseled look that has the perfection of Michelangelo’s sculptures. They can absolutely transform complexion as highlighter helps brighten certain areas while contour helps add dimensions and create shadows. Yes, this is exactly how all those influencers and celebrities create their magic. These two products are also available in powder, cream and liquid forms.

Bronzers are often confused with contours by a lot of people in terms of the purpose they serve but the actual value that a bronzer brings is in creating a glow that lifts and brings out particular features like your cheekbones. Bronzers are also available in powder, cream or liquid formulas. If you want to create a rose cheeked look then you must also add a blush to the mix and the powder form is generally preferred for convenient and quick application but it is also available in liquid and cream forms. When the look is done and dusted you also need to make sure that it stays that way. Finishing powder is used to even out any remaining pores or lines and create a perfectly airbrushed look. You can also use some setting powder to make sure the makeup is locked in its place and remains well set.

You must also ensure that with all the makeup products you use, pay extra attention to skin care and hygiene. Stock up on the available organic skin care products in Pakistan to help you nourish your skin on a regular basis.