My first time
My first makeup
Start tiny: lip balm, kajal, a light tint. Makeup is for fun, not a must.
When to see a doctor
Stop use if skin itches, burns or eyes get red.
Stop use if skin itches, burns or eyes get red.
At a glance
Do
- Start with sunscreen, lip balm and kajal
- Blend with clean fingers or a clean brush
- Wash it off every night
Do not
- Do not share products
- Do not copy a full-glam look on day one
- Do not sleep with makeup on
Pick your situation
Keep it natural: sunscreen, tinted lip balm and a little kajal.
Before you start 0 / 3
Steps
1
Buy a few trusted, labelled products, check expiry dates.
2
Patch-test on your wrist and wait 24 hours.
3
Try one product a day: tinted balm, then kajal, then a little blush.
4
Always remove it at night and never share makeup.
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Last reviewed: 31 October 2026 · About and sources
Sources
Compiled from these public health sources. This is education, not medical advice.