French women have a special approach to beauty. It's hard not to be impressed by her simple yet perfect makeup, lit-from-within skin, and effortless hair. Arguably, the goal of every pretty girl is to walk around looking flawless like this. So what is her secret? First off, you don't have to go to France to adopt her Parisian ways when it comes to makeup. You just have to use a little bit of it
In general, French women don't rely on makeup to give them a complete look - instead, they prefer it to enhance their natural features and start with the skin. For the perfect French makeup look, pair it with a healthy skincare routine. To break down the Parisian makeup tips even further, here are my essential tips for getting that flawless glow
Make skin care the star of your beauty routine
French women know that healthy, glowing skin is essential to their beauty regimen. With makeup, the goal is to achieve their best selves, rather than transform themselves into a fantasy version of themselves
Regular visits to the esthetician are a must, as is very rigorous skin care at home. Doing a face mask on a regular basis is a habit French girls grew up with, as well as rigorously cleansing their skin before bed. They prepare the skin before applying makeup with suitable serums, moisturizers and pharmaceutical vitamins. They'll use a fine water-based mist all over the face followed by a rich serum and a thinning moisturizer to lock moisture into the skin. In cold weather they use a thicker moisturizer. Most of all, nutrition plays a huge role in French women balancing their complexion and keeping it radiant.
The make-up style of French women is very discretionary. Their makeup should not be obvious, but more of an enhancement than a cover-up. Everything is used in moderation...