17 Makeup Blunders To Stay Away From
Makeup has become a staple in many women’s daily routines, consuming a huge chunk of their time and money. And while the beauty of makeup is that you can play with different looks, there are some errors you can make when applying it. Are you guilty of committing any of these makeup mistakes? Find out in this video:
Mistake #1: Not Applying Primer
The worst mistake you can commit is skipping the primer before putting on your makeup.
Mistake #2: Using a Dry Beauty Blender to Apply Foundation
Make sure your beauty blender is damp before applying your foundation so it doesn’t suck up all the product.
Mistake #3: Rubbing the Product
For the best results, use a tapping motion to blend the foundation or concealer.
Mistake #4: Stopping at the Jawline
When applying foundation, make sure you go a little below your jawline and blend it into your neck.
Mistake #5: Using Artificial Light
Do your makeup where there is natural light—perhaps near a window—to better see color shades and tones.
Mistake #6: Putting Concealer Close to Your Lower Lash Line
Apply concealer a little further below your lash line to avoid emphasizing wrinkles. Don’t forget to put concealer along the bridge of your nose, your cupid’s bow, chin, and forehead as well.
Mistake #7: Not Using Setting Powder
Setting powder helps your makeup stay longer. Focus on specific areas like below your eyes and along your jawline.
Mistake #8: Using the Same Brush for Everything
Don’t use the same brush for different products or colors. For concealers, use a concealer brush. For eyeshadows, use an eyeshadow brush, and the list goes on.
Mistake #9: Contouring with the Wrong Technique
To contour properly, apply the product from your hairline, dragging just below your cheekbone. For your forehead, contour right on your hairline.
Mistake #10: Using Too Much Bronzing Powder
Use bronzer sparingly. Apply it slightly above the same places you contoured.
Mistake #11: Applying Blush on the Wrong Place
Blush isn’t meant to cover your entire face. Instead, use it only on the apple of your cheeks.
Mistake #12: Badly Drawn Eyebrows
Use the shade closest to your brow color to follow your natural line, feathering the inner edge. Then, take a brow spoolie brush and run it across your eyebrows.
Mistake #13: Applying Eye Shadow All Over Your Lid
For beautiful eye makeup, use a combination of different shades, and use a brush to blend well.
Mistake #14: Lining Improperly
Using an eyeliner, make sure to draw on the wing pointing upwards to give you almond-shaped eyes.
Mistake #15: Applying Mascara Just on the Tip of the Lashes
For best results, apply mascara from the base of your eyelashes, going in a zigzag motion until you reach the tip.
Mistake #16: Highlighting the Wrong Area
Highlighter must be reserved for the highest points on your face, where the light usually hits. Focus on your cheekbone, nose, cupid’s bow, and the sides of your forehead.
Mistake #17: Not Applying Lip Liner on Your Lip Line
Slightly overline your lips with a lip liner to achieve a fuller appearance. Just remember to follow the shape of your lip line.
Mistakes are a common part of the learning process, so you mustn’t be ashamed if you’ve committed one or more of these blunders. Now that you know what errors to avoid, you, too, can achieve the makeup look you’ve always wanted!
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