13 Most Common Makeup Mistakes
1. Over-washing your face:
Cleansing or washing your face is the first and most important step of makeup. Every woman's skin type is different and many changes occur in our skin with age. But once you apply foundation and notice dry, flaky skin, that's a sign you should stop washing your face. Washing your face twice a day is ideal – once in the morning, and once at night before sleeping. It is best to use a mild, gentle cleanser. Natural skin oils work wonders on your skin and do their job without the interference of soap.
Foundation formulas that can give you the perfect airbrushed look are usually very expensive and out of a reasonable budget. This is why, every makeup professional will insist on using primer before applying foundation. Primer helps seal your pores, smooth your pre-foundation skin, reduce redness as well as reduce acne and acne scars. One of the most common makeup mistakes to avoid, not applying primer can make your look look dull, uneven and your foundation may be much less effective and lighter than the base tone you wanted. Primers significantly enhance the ability of your foundation to give you a flawless look and make it last longer all day long. It is equally important to use moisturizer before primer. Since most makeup leaves your skin dry, neglecting to use moisturizer is a makeup mistake that can lead to a dry, flaky look. So the prescribed order is – moisturizer, followed by primer, and then finally, foundation.
It is very important to use the correct shade of foundation according to skin color; this is one of the biggest mistakes that everyone has made at some point. The moment you start using the wrong shade of foundation, your whole face looks different from the rest of your body. The skin will look dull and dark when too light shade is applied. When you choose your foundation, always be sure to match the shades on your face and not your arm to ensure accurate results. If you were confused as to which shade to opt for, always pick the shade that looks best on you in natural daylight.
When applying makeup, it is important to use natural or warm white LED lighting to achieve the best results. Natural light is best for making sure that your makeup will show evenly in other environments so that the makeup will be less patchy, and the colors more vibrant. Artificial or fluorescent light may actually cause shadows that are not very helpful and can alter your makeup colors, which can result in too much or not enough makeup.
Conclusively, too much fun cannot be made out of natural light in which the application ought to take place. Natural light or warm white LED will ensure your makeup looks good in any surrounding; thus, applying makeup in the right light will guarantee good results.
Applying too much concealer on your dark circles will make you look older. The right way to cover dark circles is to apply a few drops of color-correcting concealer on the brows under your eyes and blend it out. Also, do not apply it directly on dark circles. You can also use layering technique. Apply a little on the stain, let it dry and then apply another layer. You can also use setting powder between layers.
Makeup brushes are like a painter's tools. If not taken care of, they will not yield good results. Using a brush means you're transferring natural oils, makeup residue, and even bacteria from your skin to the band of bristles. If you don't wash your brushes regularly, this build-up can cause breakouts, clogged pores, and infections. This even extends to your pillowcases! They must be washed very often as part of skin care procedures.
The blush mistake is one of those rookie things; for God's sake, don't you dare put too much blusher on unless you want to look like a tomato. While on the contrary, blush application at the proper angle can maximize one's makeup look and render it naturally beautiful, too much blush, the wrong shade of blush, or the wrong position of the blush can make one's face dull and lifeless. The blush should complement the skin tone, and the most appropriate way to do so is to sprinkle the powder lightly, depending on the choice of where you want to apply it in relation to your face shape--the apples of your cheeks.
Using the right color of liner at the right occasion is everything you need to know. It is always recommended to use brown eyeliner for a more natural and daily makeup look. You can also prefer colored liners like green, blue for any day party and black liner is always recommended for night functions or get-togethers.
Filling in your brows too dramatically is the biggest mistake many of you make. Filling in the brows too much will create a drama player look. When filling in your eyebrows, find a shade that matches your hair color or a darker shade will look best. Apply your brow product in upward strokes with an angled brush, focusing on sparse or uneven areas rather than filling in the entire brow evenly, this will give the most realistic look and ultimately smooth out brow lines. Comb your brows with a brush to make them look even. Look outside.
A lipstick can make or break your look. Use colors that are natural and suit your skin tone. Dark shades may look sticky. They also make you look much older than your age. If you choose dark colors, make sure the rest of your makeup is light.
11. Not blending well:
The first most common mistake people make while blending makeup is that they either use the wrong tool or do not bother using it. It is vital to use suitable brushes for each phase of the makeup application. An example of this would be fluffy blending brushes being used for blending eyeshadows, and mediocre stippling brushes being used for blending foundations into perfect finishes.
The second is failing to take the time to socialize adequately. When one does the act of rushing to blend their makeup, it makes for a harsh line and an unnatural looking masterwork. Blending will take time and even more effort to master, so be patient with it and spend the time to make the blend seem seamless.
12. Applying makeup on dry skin:
Whenever any makeup lands on dried skin, it tends to give one that cracked and aged look. One must make sure that they properly hydrate the skin before any makeup to ensure the best of finishes.
13. Mascara mistakes:
First things, use mascara at least two shades darker than your eyebrow color. You may want to consider avoiding mascara more than two coats or lashes will look excessively clumpy. Just as you put mascara on the upper lashes, you mustn't apply it on your lower lashes. That will end up sticking to your spider's legs and attach to your eyelids. Instead, hold it upright and just aim for it.
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