Sometimes, women who have the most experience with makeup can also make mistakes only novices normally do. This happens mostly when makeup is put on in a rush, or if the right products are not available. Here are a few of the most common slip-ups and how you can avoid them:
Foundation; too dark or too light
When buying foundation, you have to test it. Use your neck area or your cheeks to test it out. Choose a foundation that blends in with your skin tone. Do not settle for a darker or lighter shade.
Sometimes, testing foundation before purchasing it is impossible. If you did buy the wrong shade, do not settle for it. Try mixing it with another shade to get one that matches your skin tone.
It is also important that you lay on the moisturizer before you apply the foundation. This way, you do not have to worry about wrinkles and fine lines. It will also make your foundation last longer.
Blush; way too much
In this day and age, heavily blushed up cheeks are not considered fashionable. First, choose the right shade, which makes it look natural on your skin. Testing out shades is very important. Use it on your cheekbones, if not, the back of your hand will do.
If you unable to test them then opt for peaches and pinks ranging from light to medium shades – these will not make you look ‘over-blushed’.
Too much lipstick
If you have far too much lipstick on, then you might end up with coloured teeth. Instead, opt for a lip gel or stain – which ensures the colour does not rub off. There are ‘non-transferrable’ and ‘colour stay’ lipsticks you can purchase, which also keep the colour intact.