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Take the first steps to create your perfect everyday makeup look with this tutorial by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson. You'll learn everything from choosing the right skincare that enhances your makeup to finding your go-to application technique. Do you prefer using brushes or is a Beauty Blender the only way forward? To get started, check out the list of products Erica uses to create this beginner look. For more tips and tricks, follow along with Erica's how-to's for this class. Erica Johnson is a professional hair and makeup artist currently working at The Weather Channel. She is based in Atlanta, Georgia.

Take the first steps to creating your perfect everyday makeup look with this tutorial by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson. 

Easy Beginner Everyday Makeup Look

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Makeup Artist Erica Johnson teaches you how to get a flawless foundation finish using a Beauty Blender.&nbsp;The key to using a Beauty Blender is water. Dampening the sponge helps your skin absorb the product and it leaves a beautiful dewy finish. The shape also allows you to get into every nook and cranny of your face. Learn more by watching Erica's How-To.

Makeup Artist Erica Johnson teaches you how to get a flawless foundation finish using a Beauty Blender. 

How-To Use a Beauty Blender to Apply Foundation Flawlessly

Get a flawless blend with the award-winning, premier edgeless, reusable, high-definition cosmetic sponge applicator, in classic pink. The exclusive aqua-activated™ material provides an airbrushed application and absorbs minimal product, so your favorite formula lands on your complexion, not your sponge. This category-creator is a 12-time Allure Best of Beauty award winner.

The Original Beauty Blender Makeup Sponge

If you haven't added a Beautyblender to your makeup routine, what are you waiting for? In this How-to, Makeup Artist Jill Fogel shows you how to use a BeautyBlender. It's super easy to use and it gives you even, full coverage. Watch Jill's How-To for more.

In this How-to, Makeup Artist Jill Fogel shows you how to use a BeautyBlender.

How-To Use A Beauty Blender to Apply Makeup

Cleanse and nourish your skin in one step with Neutrogena Skin Balancing Micellar Cleansing Cloths. Suitable for all skin types, these 100% plant-based makeup removing wipes from a dermatologist-recommended skincare brand remove makeup, oil, and impurities while conditioning skin. The micellar-infused cleansing wipes are formulated to respect skin's natural pH and help refresh and renew the look of skin. This product also helps fight pollution. The makeup removing towelettes feature a gentle, yet effective formula with a 9% emollient vitamin complex which includes vitamin E and pro-vitamin B5. The nourishing clothes are also designed for sustainability and are home-compostable. Hypoallergenic and ophthalmologist tested, the facial wet wipes are free of parabens, soaps, sulfate, phthalates, alcohol, and dyes. To use, gently wipe over eyelids, face, and neck--no need to rinse. These face wipes are effective for cleansing before and after wearing your mask.

Neutrogena Skin Balancing Cleansing Towelettes 

Sensibio H2O is a cleansing and makeup removing micellar water for sensitive skin. Made up of micelles with excellent cleansing and makeup removing properties, Sensibio H2O cleanses the face in the morning and evening, thus helps to prevent pollutants likely to exacerbate skin sensitivity from penetrating the skin. The micellar technology developed by Laboratoire BIODERMA, the creator of micellar technology, is inspired by the cellular lipids found in the skin. In perfect harmony with the skin, it preserves the natural protective film. Formulated with a physiological pH of around 5.5 and highly purified and pharmaceutical-grade water, Sensibio H2O respects the skin’s biological balance, which is essential to maintain healthy-looking skin.&nbsp;

Sensibio H2O is a cleansing and makeup removing micellar water for sensitive skin.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water Makeup Remover

Makeup Artist Jill Fogel shares her tips for removing makeup. She has found that using wipes followed by a micellar water cleanser is the best way to remove all kinds of makeup. Makeup wipes help remove the top layer of color while the cleansing water removes any residue that was left behind. Watch how it's done in Jill's How-To.

Makeup Artist Jill Fogel shares her tips for removing makeup. 

How-To Properly Remove Makeup

Give your masterpieces a professional finish with these brushes by Artist's Loft. This pack includes brushes of varied sizes, making them perfect for everything from fine detailing to broader strokes.

Artist's Loft Super Value 25 Piece Brush Set

Learn how to apply makeup safely around the eyes with Makeup Artist Jill Fogel. The key is to use a fine, flat brush because it allows you to apply makeup more accurately in small areas. If you're working with a client, make sure they look up when you're applying makeup in the under-eye area or they're looking down when you're applying makeup on their lids. Watch Jill's How-To for more.

Learn how to apply makeup safely around the eyes with Makeup Artist Jill Fogel.

How-To Apply Makeup Around Eyes Safely

In this How-to, Makeup Artist Jill Fogel teaches you how to add more detail to skull teeth makeup. You'll learn the easiest way to add dimension to your look and how to wet your brush to get your details right. All you need is the makeup of your choice and brushes. Check out Jill's How-To for more.

In this How-to, Makeup Artist Jill Fogel teaches you how to add more detail to skull teeth makeup.

How-To Add More Detail to Skull Teeth Makeup

Learn how to add a spider web to your skull look with Makeup Artist Jill Fogel. You'll start by drawing a line down the center of the forehead and from there you'll begin creating more lines that branch out. Connect them using half-moon shapes to create the webbing. Going for a more realistic look this Halloween? Learn how to create more depth and bring your web to life by watching Jill's How-To.

Learn how to add a spider web to your skull look with Makeup Artist Jill Fogel.

How-To Add a Spider Web to Your Forehead

In this How-to, Makeup Artist Nancie Rooney shows you the best way to apply foundation when you don't have a brush at hand. This is a perfect lesson for those who are still looking for the makeup application technique that works best for them and their skin type. Using your fingertips is as easy as it gets and it can also be the perfect go-to for low-maintenance types. Nancie's career exceeds 20 years in Film, Television, Print, Fashion, and Commercials. Her passion for the craft comes alive in a creative and collaborative environment, where we come together to Learn, Teach, Share and Grow. Making her home in Los Angeles since 1995, Nancie jumped into the world of Makeup with actor head-shots and theater productions. Working as a National/International Makeup Artist Trainer with Stila Cosmetics, she traveled across the U.S. and to England, Ireland, Scotland, stopping off a few times in New York for Fashion Week. Currently, Nancie's focus is Film/Television, usually as Department Head Makeup Artist. While having a Barbering license since 2011, she expanded into Men's Grooming --including Cutting, Styling and Face Care. Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/nancierooney" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nancie Rooney's profile</a> to learn more about the Makeup Artist.

In this How-to, Makeup Artist Nancie Rooney shows you the best way to apply foundation when you don't have a brush at hand. 

How-To Apply Foundation Without a Brush

Smashbox Studio Skin 24 Hour Oil-Free Hydra Foundation is a high-performing liquid foundation powered by Hyaluronic Acid that's proven to stay put for 24 hours. The oil-free formula easily builds from medium to full coverage, giving you a fresh, natural matte finish that&nbsp;never settles into pores or lines.

Smashbox Studio Skin 24 Hour Oil-Free Hydra Foundation

In our L.A. photo studio, we love a tinted timesaver. This silky, lightweight formula glides on with the coverage of makeup and the benefits of skin care—for an instantly brighter complexion—in just one step!

Smashbox Camera Ready CC Cream 

In this How-To, you'll learn from Makeup Artist Nancie Rooney how to make foundation more sheer no matter what coverage you're using. This method will help you tone down your foundation on days when it feels a little too heavy or to make your go-to thick coverage foundation perfect for year-round. Learn more by watching Nancie's How-To. Nancie's career exceeds 20 years in Film, Television, Print, Fashion, and Commercials. Her passion for the craft comes alive in a creative and collaborative environment, where we come together to Learn, Teach, Share and Grow. Making her home in Los Angeles since 1995, Nancie jumped into the world of Makeup with actor head-shots and theater productions. Working as a National/International Makeup Artist Trainer with Stila Cosmetics, she traveled across the U.S. and to England, Ireland, Scotland, stopping off a few times in New York for Fashion Week. Currently, Nancie's focus is Film/Television, usually as Department Head Makeup Artist. While having a Barbering license since 2011, she expanded into Men's Grooming --including Cutting, Styling and Face Care. Check out <a href="https://thedesirecompany.com/pros/nancierooney" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nancie Rooney's profile</a> to learn more about the Makeup Artist.

Makeup Artist Nancie Rooney teaches you how to use foundation in multiple ways no matter the coverage. 

How-To Use Foundation in Multiple Ways

Hit the all the highlights with this brush for diffusing and seamless blending.

Morphe M451 Detailed Highlighter Brush 

Makeup Artist Erica Johnson teaches you how to add a glowy look to your skin using highlight.&nbsp;Also known as illuminators, using a highlight on your skin helps brighten up your face. Erica recommends using a fluffy brush and applying highlighter where the sun hits your face for a natural look. This includes the center of the nose, the chin, and the top of the cheekbones. Learn more and follow along by watching Erica's How-To.

Makeup Artist Erica Johnson teaches you how to add a glowy look to your skin using highlight. 

How-To Apply Highlight Properly

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Morphe Setting Finishing Spray Review by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson

Defend your artistry, Morphe Babe. Say hello to your new favorite makeup setting spray and goodbye to melting, caking or fading. A continuous, air-powered spray delivers even and controlled application. The micro-fine mist sets liquid or powder makeup with a radiant finish. You’ll be obsessed.&nbsp;

Morphe Continuous Setting Mist is an air-powered spray that delivers an even application. The mist sets liquid or powder makeup with a smooth finish.

Morphe Continuous Setting Mist Review

There's a lot to like about Morphe Continuous Setting Mist. For starters, it does an amazing job at keeping your makeup in place all day long. It's also really lightweight and doesn't feel heavy or greasy on your skin. Plus, it has an uplifting scent that makes you refreshed.

This mist helps to lock in your foundation, blush, and other makeup products so that they don't fade or smudge. For anyone looking for longer-lasting makeup wear, Morphe Continuous Setting Mist is a great solution. 

Morphe Continuous Setting Spray keeps your makeup looking freshly applied without the need to constantly reapply throughout the day. The mist is gentle enough to be used on a daily basis and is perfect for all skin types. It's also oil-free, fragrance-free, and non-comedogenic, so it will not cause breakouts.

Bdellium 944 Brush Review by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson

Apply powder, blush, or highlighter onto the upper contours of the face for a glowing complexion. Simply roll the brush into color and tap away excess. Sweep in a circular motion onto desired area and blend for a flawless look. This brush is made of a soft, optimized mix of natural and synthetic fibers.

Bdellium Tools Studio 944 Tapered Contour

Morphe Pointed Powder Brush Review by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson

Luxurious, fluffy powder brush that tapers to a defined point to sweep on powder precisely where you want it. It’s perfect for diffusing a highly pigmented blush or blending away harsh lines.

Morphe E3 Precision Pointed Powder Brush

MAC Brush 168 Review by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson 

The best-selling M·A·C 168S Large Angled Contour Brush is a large, angle-shaped brush that is specially designed to expertly apply any form of blush, highlighter, bronzer or contour product to the desired area of the face. Its rounded and sloped edge with soft and firmly bundled fibres are perfect for hugging the shapely contours of the face, resulting in a smooth and polished finish with medium colour coverage. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. Our 100% vegan synthetic brushes incorporate the latest innovations in fibre technology for superior performance and improved longevity.

MAC Cosmetics 168 Synthetic Large Angled Contour Brush is perfect for contouring the face. This synthetic brush is made to last and is easy to clean.

MAC Cosmetics 168 Synthetic Large Angled Contour Brush

MAC Fan Brush Review by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson

A flat, fan-shaped brush made from a blend of soft synthetic fibres that work especially well with Mineralize products. Can be used for featherweight application and blending of pigments and powders or as a tool to gently clear the skin of any excess product. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. Our 100% synthetic brushes incorporate the latest innovations in fibre technology for superior performance and improved longevity.

MAC Cosmetics 184 Synthetic Duo Fibre Fan Brush 

Morphe M451 Brush Review by Erica Johnson

Cocoa Butter Lip Balm Review by Makeup Artist Erica Johnson

This Cocoa Butter Chapstick is an all-natural moisturizer that goes on smooth and silky. Its emollient qualities make Cococare's Cocoa Butter Lip Balm the perfect lip moisturizer. Prevent and protect dry, chapped, cracked, or windburned lips with this little yellow stick.&nbsp;Paraben Free.

This Cocoa Butter Chapstick is an all-natural moisturizer. Its emollient qualities make Cococare's Cocoa Butter Lip Balm the perfect lip moisturizer.

Cococare Cocoa Butter Lip Balm

COCOCARE Cocoa Butter Chapstick is made with natural ingredients, including cocoa butter, which is known for its hydrating and nourishing properties. It also has a chocolate scent that will make your lips smell delicious! Plus, it comes in a handy tube that you can easily throw in your purse or backpack for on-the-go touch-ups.

Cocoa butter is a great natural ingredient for keeping your lips hydrated and soft. This chapstick is perfect for anyone looking for a solution to dry lips.

COCOCARE Cocoa Butter Lip Balm is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal for keeping your lips healthy.

Perfect for festival season and mandatory for radiant skin, NYX Professional Makeup Radiant Finish Setting Spray is a must-have for the spring season and beyond. Infused with a blend of ultra-fine micropearls in shades of gold and warm champagne, this shimmer setting spray leaves you looking like a glimmering goddess with every little spritz. Add this finish to your collection to round out your makeup setting spray options (matte, dewy, and now radiant)!

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