Honestly, there are no rules on how to apply makeup. In fact, that’s pretty much what we love most about it. Whether you like to do your foundation before or after your eyeshadow is totally up to you. Prefer to wear your lip liner alone rather than with lipstick? Go for it! But, that being said, there are some general techniques that can help make your application appear effortless and last a long time. Here, makeup artist Alana Dawn is sharing a foolproof step-by-step guide to how to apply your makeup for a flawless finish every time.