How To No Makeup Makeup Look

MASTER MINIMALIST MAKEUP

MASTER MINIMALIST MAKEUP

WHAT IS NO-MAKEUP MAKEUP?

Clean. Dimensional. Radiant. No-makeup makeup has flooded our feeds, but François Nars has always believed that makeup should enhance your natural beauty—not mask it. Glowing cheeks, a sheer lip, and skin that looks like skin are key to looking effortlessly sophisticated in just a few steps.

In matters of minimal makeup, think: less is more. Follow François’ iconic techniques for the NARS take on natural beauty.

1

PREP & PERFECT SKIN

Keep skin lightweight and radiant to let your natural complexion take center stage. “The first step to beautiful makeup is beautiful skin,” says François.

Prepping the complexion before makeup application is essential for healthy-looking skin. Begin by applying Light Reflecting™ Hydrating Primer all over so skin looks great in every light. The refreshing, lightweight primer imparts a natural glow for 12 hours while prepping for smooth and seamless makeup application. Plus, it’s loaded with good-for-skin ingredients, like Double Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane, for long-lasting hydration.

Keep skin looking fresh with Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30. Its veil of color helps diffuse uneven skin tone while providing undetectable, natural coverage. Blend the tinted moisturizer in with your fingertips—our founder’s signature application method. The warmth of your fingers will help melt the product into skin for a seamless, barely-there finish.

PREP & PERFECT SKIN

2

BRIGHTEN & CONCEAL

Target any dark circles and dullness around the under eyes with Light Reflecting™ Eye Brightener. The radiant cream formula features Chromatic Pearls, a blend of reflective minerals with prismatic luster that brighten the under-eye area and reduce the look of fine lines. To maintain natural luminosity without compensating on coverage, use our bestselling Radiant Creamy Concealer. Pick one of the 30 shades that match your skin tone (we suggest trying our Shade Finder to find yours) and apply a minimal amount to spot correct the areas that require extra perfection.

BRIGHTEN & CONCEAL

3

GET GLOWING

A wash of cheek color brings just the right amount of glow and a pop of color. As François says: “When it comes to blush, how and where you apply it is more important than what color you use.” Play with modern application techniques for a fresh twist on Blush. Instead of only placing pigment on the apples of the cheeks, try swirling it up towards the temples. Then, sweep across the bridge of the nose for a soft, “sunburnt” effect. Top cheeks off with The Multiple for an extra dose of illumination.

GET GLOWING

4

SIMPLIFY EYES

There’s a time and place for dramatic, colorful, or smoky eye looks, but the no-makeup makeup calls for a less-is-more approach. Keep things neutral with Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick’s creamy matte shades that seamlessly blend in seconds and stay locked in for up to 16 hours. Choose one of the eight neutral shades in color similar to slightly deeper than your skin tone and blend across the entire lid for the barely-there color you crave. Finish by smoothing Brow Shaping Gel through your arches for a fluffy, natural hold. The clear, non-sticky formula tames brow hairs while even helping to soften them over time.

SIMPLIFY EYES

5

MAKE LIPS SHINE

Juicy, soft, and hydrated lips not only make you look great, but also keep you (and your lips) feeling their best. François believes “lips are all about fun,” especially “when paired with a soft eye,” like the natural look applied with Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick (above). Swipe on Afterglow Lip Balm for a hint of color and a surge of hydration. Take shine to the next level by layering Afterglow Lip Shine for a mirror-like finish. A glossy lip is the perfect complement to radiant skin.

MAKE LIPS SHINE

“Makeup should simply
add another dimension
to natural beauty.”

-François Nars, Founder & Creative Director
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