Wash, cleanse and exfoliate : This is the first and most important part of makeup. Always wash your face with normal water before applying makeup on it. Use a cleanser to clean it and then exfoliate your skin with a good exfoliator. A good scrub is helpful to get rid of all the dead skin cells. You can use homemade scrubs also.

Prepare your skin : Before applying makeup on your face, splash your skin with an alcohol-free toner. It should be done five minutes after the cleaning. It helps soak up excess oil without stripping the skin.

Oil-free foundation : Take a good quality oil-free foundation for your face as it fills in pores of your skin and leaves a nice finish on the face. For best result mix it with a bit of moisturiser and apply on your face with the help of your fingertips and palms or brush.

Apply a good quality moisturiser : The best way to maintain your skin health is to keep it moisturised. Before putting on your makeup, apply a good moisturiser on your face. It helps makeup to stay longer and perfects your look. Always use oil-free or water based moisturiser.

Concealer : Buy a concealer which matches or is close to your skin tone. Apply it on any blemishes or redness on your skin. Use a small stippling brush to apply it on the spot and dab it with the help of your fingers. You can conceal any dark circles under your eye with the help of a concealer.

Oil blotting sheets : Always carry oil blotting sheets with you. It is a great and easy way to get rid of excess oil on your skin. It is easily available in any drug store nearby and very light to carry in your purse.

Translucent powder : After applying foundation, wait for 5 to 10 minutes and then apply a translucent powder. Use a brush to apply it properly. Make sure you highlight your cheeks, forehead and bridge of your nose. Also, chose the light powder that is in the shade according to your foundation.