Prepare to flaunt your back

When we get dressed up to go out we spend a lot of time and energy on make-up, on clothes and accessories. Unfortunately, while the face is given a lot of importance the back is usually ignored. Don’t let your back take a backseat as it can add a great deal to your overall beauty. Here’s how you can look after it and hide blemishes with right make-up.
The upper back tends to be neglected therefore it’s a storehouse for dead and flaky skin. Take a warm bath followed by a light scrub, then wipe and apply a water-based moisturiser when the skin is damp. People with a lot of hair on their back must bleach it before putting on makeup. It is advisable to bleach instead of waxing because some times waxing leaves the skin with tiny red pimples. No matter how hairy one’s back is, bleach will help lighten the hair and also make the back ready for foundation.
Ideally a foundation with a slight yellow tinge should go well with all complexions. Choose a foundation that suits your skin type. Water based foundations are suitable for oily skin. Sometimes one may need two foundations, one for the day and one for the night, due to the difference in light. When you apply foundation, it is essential to achieve an even effect.
First apply it on the back of your neck, avoiding the hair. Using a damp sponge, spread it evenly and smoothly outward and upwards. Blending is very important. There should be no lines of demarcation. Also make sure to avoid going overboard. Once the foundation is applied, add translucent powder and you’re ready to go.
Foundation fundas
* For best results wear your make-up according to the kind of light in which you will be seen.
* Lightly moisturise the back.
* Apply small dots of foundation. Blend gently, using strokes away from the centre of your back.
* Foundations have an inbuilt sunscreen, which will protect your skin from the sun. In addition, foundation shields your skin from harsh elements, like pollution, dust, etc. Make sure your foundation doesn’t look too caked though. To do this, you should apply just a few drops with a damp sponge. (By Monika Malhotra)