7 Common Makeup Mistakes You Might Be Making

We live in a world where cosmetic stores occupy more space in shopping malls than accessory shops. There are millions of YouTube videos on how to apply eyeshadow creatively, and thousands of online reviews on special makeup brushes. Do you really need them all? The first and most important rule of makeup is to do what you love. However, there are some mistakes you should definitely avoid.

Using 15 Colors at Once

Palettes are a true find for lovers of original makeup. How can you resist the brightly pigmented eyeshadows from NYX? However, the variety of colors in a palette is meant for different looks, not for using all the shades at once. A palette can be useful for everyday makeup, but for a deep or dramatic look, you won’t need more than three shades. Use dark shadows as a liner and blend light shades on your eyelid.

Not Letting Your Eyeliner Dry

You’re talking to a colleague, and her eyeliner has smudged into the crease of her eyelid, and you don’t know how to tell her. Sound familiar? In reality, that colleague is you if you don’t sit with your eyes closed for a minute after applying eyeliner. Think about what eyeliner means for your eyes and how important symmetry is. Is it worth rushing and ruining it? It’s a great reason to take a minute to gather your thoughts. By the time you find your inner peace, the liner will have absorbed enough and won’t bother you throughout the day.

Using Poor Lighting

The best scenario is natural light, but if that’s not available, you really need to find a good lamp. In low light, we tend to overdo it and can completely forget about the differences in tones on different parts of the skin on the face and neck. Of course, you’d like a mirror like professional makeup artists have, with a bunch of LED bulbs, but even a simple, bright sconce in a convenient location will suffice.

Ignoring Your Eyebrows

Eyebrows define all the features of your face, and this part cannot be left for later. Often, there’s only enough time to pluck them, but to prevent them from looking too thin, you definitely need to fill them in. Don’t make your eyebrows like Elizabeth Taylor’s; just outline their shape.

Watching Too Many Tutorials

These lessons drive people crazy. Applying makeup should be a fun activity, not a job! And you definitely don’t need to buy all the products from the reviews. The makeup used for the camera is much heavier than what we do for everyday life, and bloggers generally have a tendency towards super dramatic looks. Yes, makeup tutorials can be helpful, but using a hundred different brushes and a lot of time to repeat a certain look is not something you should do every day.

Forgetting About Powder

Set your face: when you finish your makeup, you can spray it with a special setting spray or use a special powder. For example, Givenchy has a wonderful translucent powder that will extend the life of your eye makeup, and NYX and MAC have a whole palette of setting products – glossy and matte.

Not Throwing Away Old Mascara

When you ask professional stylists how to avoid the small flakes of mascara that end up under your eyes during the day, they answer one thing: just wipe them away. It’s a part of life. Mascaras do tend to flake, and this doesn’t depend on the brand, but rather on the texture of your lashes. On the other hand, it could mean that they are starting to dry out – the normal lifespan of mascara is about two months. Be sure to replace it after this time to avoid infections and inflammations.

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