This article was co-authored by Ashleigh Grounds. Ashleigh Grounds is a Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist based in Austin, Texas. Ashleigh has over 11 years of cosmetology experience. She studied cosmetology in Dallas, Texas and completed a two-year hair salon apprenticeship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia with Toni & Guy Hair Salon. She is accredited by the International Board of Cosmetology, is a certified Babe Hair Extension Professional, and is a certified Brazilian Blow Out Professional. Ashleigh was voted the best Hair Stylist in Austin for 2012 by RAW Artists and was voted in the top 20 salons for 2020 in Austin by Expertise. Ashleigh's work has been featured in Talentmagazines, BlogTalkRadio, KXAN, and Studio 512. This article has been viewed 182,262 times.

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If you’re 12 to 14 years old and want to wear makeup, it’s best to go with a natural look. Try a primer for some light coverage that will help your makeup last longer. Apply a dot of primer to your nose, then start to blend outward until you cover your entire face. If you have a few pimples, dab some concealer on them and use your finger to blend it in with your skin. Set your concealer with an oil-absorbing, translucent powder. When you’re going for a natural look, use a clear brow gel to keep your eyebrows looking neat, trim, and in place. Add a little shimmery nude eyeshadow, if you want, for a bit of color, then use a little mascara to draw attention to your eyes. To add some color to your face, dust a soft blush on your cheeks and apply a glossy lip product. For more tips from our Beauty co-author, including how to warm up your complexion with a bronzer, keep reading!