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Under The Sea Themed Awards Dinner

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

In Part 3 of our guide to Under The Sea Themed Awards Dinner, let’s talk hands-on technique.

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

Under The Sea Themed Awards Dinner — Step-by-Step Studio Technique (Part 3)
Backstage Technique: How I prep & finish Under The Sea Themed Awards Dinner · @FyachiPinterest
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How I Recreate It in Under 15 Minutes

Start with a hydrating primer, then apply a light foundation with a damp sponge for a dewy base.

I use a cool-toned contour to define the cheekbones, then blend a pearl highlighter from the tops of the cheeks up to the temples.

For the eyes, I pack a shimmery aqua shade on the lid, blend a deeper navy into the crease.

And line the waterline with a white pencil to open up the eyes.

Finish with two coats of waterproof mascara and a clear gloss.

It takes about 15 minutes total.

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.