Makeup is one of the items in the modern woman’s toolkit to look good. However, it can also have the reverse effect! Then it’s best that you should know what NOT to do.
Overcontouring
It is all the rage to use concealer to hide circles under the eyes or to go all out to sculpt the face with highlighting and shading à la Kim Kardashian. But if used with a heavy hand, or the wrong shade, the effect might look garish instead of beautiful under natural light. Use a light touch for concealers. Go for one shade lighter than your skin tone and apply evenly at the under eye area.
Using the wrong foundation formula
Just the right amount of foundation in the best texture for your skin type will really bring out the beauty of your skin. As a general guide if you have dry skin, do try out a fluid foundation. Some formulas also contain anti-ageing ingredients. Remember to prep your skin before applying your base. Moisturiser will ensure that your foundation glides on more smoothly and evenly.
Using the wrong lipliner
If you use lip liner, the pencil liner should not look obvious. It’s safest to choose a lip liner colour close to your natural lip shade and blend well into the lip stick.
Applying blusher in the wrong area
A common mistake is to apply blusher too high or too low on the cheek. The desired finish would be naturally rosy, as if you have been enjoying lots of fresh air. To add a warm glow choose a natural blush colour and apply to the “apples” of your cheeks. Blend up towards the hairline then downwards to soften the colour.
Too Much Eye Liner
Another common mistake is to use too much eye liner. Once you are past a certain age, too much eye liner can look dated. For instance black liquid eye liner used only on the bottom lash line may appear too harsh. A better way would be to use a black/grey pencil and focus on the corners of the upper lash line. Blend out well to get the effect of wider looking eyes.
Shimmery Makeup
Shimmery eyeshadow can make eyes look tired. Avoid over-applying shimmers and glitters.