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3. My Step-by-Step Studio Application & Styling Routine

In Part 3 of our guide to art dark room, let’s talk hands-on technique.

You don’t need a professional backstage kit if you layer your prep in the right order.

art dark room — Step-by-Step Studio Technique (Part 3)
Backstage Technique: How I prep & finish art dark room · @FyachiPinterest
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How I Recreate It in Under 15 Minutes

Start with a hydrating primer and a light-coverage foundation, then set only the T-zone with powder to keep that satin-matte finish.

For the eyes, I use a fluffy brush to blend a mid-tone taupe through the crease, then deepen the outer corner with charcoal.

And finish with a smudged liner along the lash line.

Keep the cheeks minimal a soft rose blush and a subtle contour.

So the eyes stay the focus.

Finish with a few coats of volumizing mascara and a nude gloss, then set everything with a long-wear setting spray.

Turn to Page 4 for my all-night wear longevity secrets, touch-up kit essentials.

And final studio checklist.

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Nadia Vance

Hi, I'm Nadia Vance! As a professional editorial and bridal makeup artist, I created Fyachi Beauty & Style (and our @FyachiPinterest community of 246K+ monthly viewers) to share backstage makeup formulas, braid & hair tutorials, and statement event looks that actually last in real life.