The Perfect Match
This
is the one thing that no matter how well it’s applied, if it’s the
wrong color, it will look terrible! We all dread that our foundation
will give us a ghost face or even worse, that dreaded orange jaw line.
Because your neck isn’t exposed to the sun as much as your face, it is
much better for matching your true color.
When
applied right, contouring can define your cheekbones and jaw line,
reduce the look of a double chin, minimize a larger nose, and lift
sagging eyes. It’s basically using makeup to highlight and accentuate
your features. This is especially important for photos, as the camera
tends to pick up shadows and highlights better than the naked eye.
There are actual contouring and highlighting powders made just for
this, but you can also use a bronzer or powder that is a few shades
darker than your skin, and a foundation that is a few shades lighter for
highlighting. For the most part, your t-zone and under eye area is
where you want to highlight, and the outer portion of your face,
underneath your cheekbones, and your neck is where you want to define
with a darker color. Keep in mind, blending is key for a natural look!
This may take some practice at first.
Downward Strokes
Although
you want to wash your face and apply your moisturizer with upwards
strokes to help lessen fine lines and a sagging face, the opposite is
true for foundation and powder. Most of us have a little bit of hair on
our face, and it tends to grow downwards. If you apply your makeup with
upward strokes, it will cause your “peach fuzz” to stick strait up,
making it more noticeable.
The Lip Cheat
As
it turns out, we weren’t all blessed with Angelina Jolie’s lush lips.
Now, there are a few tricks to making them appear larger (a glossy lip
being one), but for a more dramatic effect, don’t be afraid to line your
lips just outside of your natural line. When I say just outside of your natural line, I mean slightly. You don’t want to look like a clown by over doing it!
Keep
those lips kissable by sealing the deal. After your lipstick is
applied, hold a tissue over your lips and apply powder over the tissue.
This creates a matte look that lasts much longer.
Secret Eye Lift
Sweep
a light pink matte pencil across the entire length of your brow bone to
create the illusion of a higher arch, and then blend, blend, blend! It
should not be detectable.
Instant Eye Lift
This
quick and easy illusion will give you an instant eye life. Draw an arch
directly above your eyebrow with your favorite highlighter, and blend
with your finger. This makes your arch look raised, making the whole eye
area look like it’s been lifted.
Soften The Line
Although
I like liquid liner and it’s ability to really define the eyes, I’m not
really a fan of the harshness of it. And, if it’s not applied
perfectly, imperfections really stand out. To soften the look, sweep a
metallic brown shadow over the liner. This not only diminishes the
hard-line, but also helps hide imperfections.
Wash & Save Your Wands
Instead
of tossing them in the trash when your mascara expires, wash and
repurpose those wands! You can use them as an eyebrow brush, even
applying a bit of color before sweeping across your brows. Or, spray
with hairspray and use them to brush and keep your eyebrows in place.
DIY Tinted Moisturizer
This
works just as well as a B&B cream, hiding imperfections with a
really natural look; simply mix your favorite facial moisturizer with a
little bit of concealer. This way you can customize it with just the
right amount of coverage.
Blemish Secret
Instead
of using that bulky tube of concealer to cover your blemishes, rub a
bit of it on an eyeliner brush for more precise control.
When To Toss It Out
As much money as we spend on our beauty products, it’s hard to let it
go, but at some point your makeup becomes unhealthy for your skin and
eyes. This is especially true for anything that gets applied around your
eyes, so it’s important to give your makeup drawer a good clean out
every once in a while.
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