If you don’t know the name Scott Barnes by now, you should! Scott is a makeup legend with over a decade of work under his belt. He has worked his makeup magic on an array of celebrities from the likes of Beyonce to Kim Kardashian and more. He’s worked on countless magazine covers, runway looks, red carpets, music videos—you name it and he’s done it! But Scott is most famously known for his work with the fabulous Jennifer Lopez. He’s responsible for her legendary bronze glow and creating some of her most iconic makeup looks on and off stage.

Recently, I saw several videos pop up on YouTube titled, I Tried Following Scott Barnes and Tati Makeup Tutorial, with many beauty gurus and fans trying out the techniques that he revealed in this video. In fact, I clicked on it, did some research and found out that he did a handful of informative videos on beauty guru, Tati Westbrook’s channel. Not only that, but he also started his own channel where he does quick tutorials and showcases upcoming products from his beauty line. But the one video that picked up the most steam was the one with his very first appearance on Tati’s channel. I might be a little late to the party in discovering this, but I do faintly remember watching the first one. In any case, I decided to dive in headfirst and consume the videos all at once, absorbing all his hacks and secrets for getting a full-coverage, glamorous look and test them out on myself.

TBH it’s definitely the sort of makeup that works best on camera or special occasions but I’ve started to slowly use specific techniques in my daily makeup routine. Like the lip enhancing technique is one I use the most, especially with my small lips; I can use all the help I can get. Fingers crossed, once things get back to normal, I can bust out my newfound skills for a special event!

Keep scrolling to check out the top makeup tips I learnt from watching his videos and then watch the video for yourself below:

1. Think about the full face

Before picking up your makeup, have a plan in place. Think about the story or look you’re going for so everything works seamlessly. This includes your hair, makeup and outfit as well.

2. Use one product in multiple ways.

Don’t limit a product just to their intended use. Like Tati mentions in the video, we are conditioned to think we need multiple products for almost every specific feature on our face. Scott goes on to explain that you could just get two items and probably do a whole face with it. He’s done it himself on occasions when he’s been in a pinch. So use the bronzer as an eyeshadow, lipstick, blush or even a brow product.

3. Contour and highlight first.

Scott recommends always start with contouring. Allow it to do all the work underneath the foundation for a seamless look. Begin with the lighter concealer to being forward and lift parts of the face that need it. For example, he initially applies it under the eyes, centre of the forehead, centre of the nose and chin. Almost like reverse contour. Then he moves on to the darker contour shades beginning with carving out the jawline.