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

In Part 3 of our guide to Home – BeautyBrainsBlush, let’s talk hands-on technique.

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

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

I start by prepping the skin with a hydrating primer, then apply a thin layer of soft-matte foundation using a damp sponge, building only where needed.

I set the T-zone with a light powder.

But leave the cheeks and temples dewy with a cream highlighter tapped on with my ring finger.

For the eyes, I sweep a neutral taupe through the crease and a champagne shimmer on the lid, then finish with two coats of volumizing mascara.

A rosy nude lip and a swipe of clear gloss tie it all together.

Simple, but it photographs beautifully.

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

And final studio checklist.

Nadia Vance
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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.