Few Makeup Mistakes To Avoid
It can be really hard to master the art of applying makeup. You have to be careful about so many things while doing makeup that it’s very easy to miss out a vital step which can have consequences also. For example, not prepping up your skin properly before putting on makeup or choosing a wrong shade of foundation, they both can make you look pretty messy.
While there are a few makeup mistakes that will make you look older, there are few that will make you look like a child.
Below, we have listed few of the makeup mistakes that make you look too young and can be avoided if applied carefully.
Wearing too much foundation
There are some products in makeup that are essential for every makeup artist and foundation is one of them. You need a good base for the rest of your makeup to shine. But, too much application of foundation can make you like an amateur.
One rule should be followed when comes to foundation; “Less is more”. Foundation should be only applied where it is needed. It is used to even out the skin tone and shall be applied to the areas of concern and then blended out across the skin. So, foundation is important but too much foundation on your face will make you look cakey that does not look good.
If your blush application is off
Blush is a must have makeup product for most of the makeup users. Blush is a subtle way to make your skin look healthy and young and it’s relatively easy to incorporate into your makeup routine as well. But, its only if you are using it right. If you make a mistake while applying blush, then you run the risk of looking like a child or literally a clown.
The key to get that perfect blush is all in its application. Blush should be diffused from the apples of your cheeks outward toward your temples, leaving you look fresh and healthy.
Smokey eyes can be messy if not applied carefully
There are few makeup looks that every makeup artist or the makeup lover has to master. There is the ‘No Makeup’ look, the ‘highlighted and contoured look’ and then there is this classic ‘Smokey eyes’ look. You need to be very careful with the smokey eyes, if it’s not done properly then you may look like a child with messy eyes.
There are lot of do’s and don’ts when it comes to the smokey eyes. However, you just need to keep few things in mind to avoid looking inexperienced when you rock the smokey eye look.
The first and the foremost thing to keep in mind is to avoid the mistake of applying too much dark eyeshadow or else you will end up looking like a raccoon. Next, is to be careful with the eyeliner that you use, because a line too dark or thick will make you look a little amateur. And finally, choose the eyeshadow colours that will make your eyes pop.
Wearing a messy red lipstick
There is no doubt that lipstick is the most fun makeup product. You can use it to look sexy, daring, flirty, anything that you really want. But, sometimes lipstick can be pretty messy, especially if you make the mistake of choosing a lip colour too dark or bright for your face. It can also look messy if you are not too meticulous in your application.
A bright lipstick definitely makes you look younger that you actually are and it is not a bad thing to look younger. But, if your bright lipstick is not lined well and bleeds from here and there then definitely you are not going to look younger in a nicer way, rather you will end up looking like a child.
Contouring too heavily can be a mistake
Thanks to Kim Kardashian, who made contouring an integral part of the makeup. While some people can pull the contoured look like a pro, but it is definitely not for everyone. If not contoured correctly and at the right places, you may end up looking like a child. While on the other hand, if contouring is done right then it can make a huge difference by highlighting your bone structure.
If you are new to contouring, then you should begin with a matte bronzer at the top of your forehead, then apply it with soft hands to connect your forehead to your cheekbones, and then go ahead and do your jawline. Blending in makeup is very important so always blend it all together and you are good to go. Going overboard with contouring is a big NO, as it is not going to solve the purpose of contouring, rather it will make you look really funny.
Not moisturizing your lips before Lipstick application
Lipstick is one of the best way to make your look pop. But, if you make the mistake of not moisturizing your lips before applying lipstick then you won’t be able to apply lipstick smoothly and it may crack also.
The best way to get your lips ready for lipstick is to apply some lip balm before you put anything else on your lips. You should let the balm absorbed into your lips while you do makeup on the rest of your face. This way you will get a smooth surface for lipstick application and also it will hold onto the product much better.
Not prepping your skin before putting on makeup
Prepping up your skin before applying makeup really matters. If the skin has not been prepped properly before makeup application then your makeup may not look flawless, it may appear patchy.
As a matter of fact, prepping your skin is as important as the makeup you use. But, many people think that applying makeup is the only thing they need to do, and when they do not get the flawless look that they were looking for, they blame the products. A fully prepped and hydrated face will do wonders for your skin as well as will give you better end result.
Failing to prep your skin before makeup is also a skincare mistake that can make you look older than your age. So, don’t skip out on prepping.
Wearing too much bronzer should be avoided
Every makeup artist or a makeup lover should have a good bronzer into their makeup kit. Bronzer prevent you from looking washed out and gives you a nice glow. But, if you mistakenly use too much of it or it has not been applied well then it may fail to do the work it has been made for.
The simple rule to follow when applying bronzer is to think about where the sun naturally hits your skin the most; the top of your cheekbones, around your hairline, and may be around the jaw line. So, if you apply a ton of bronzer all over your face then it’s not going to give you a natural, sun-kissed glow, rather you may look like that you don’t know how to put the bronzer on. So, the mantra to remember is ‘Less is More’.
Over-lining your eyes
Black eyeliner is a must have makeup product. When it is applied well, it can really give you an old Hollywood vibe. But as classic as a good cat eye is, it can also make you look childish if not done properly.
You should never use eyeliner all over your eyes, it’s a very common eyeliner mistake that you may be making. You should avoid the liner application to the inner third of your lash line. Also, never line your entire eyes, as it make the eye appear much smaller.
To finish the look, you may add a lighter eye shadow or a highlighter to the inner corner of your eyes to make them look bigger and brighter.
Not blending your foundation well
Foundation helps you to achieve a full-coverage makeup look. It helps to make your skin look smooth, even and bright. But to get that even flawless look, blending your foundation all over your face and neck is important. It prevents from getting an uneven appearance. It is one of the lesson that everyone who wears makeup should learn. Blending is the key to achieve that flawless look.
You should avoid using thick foundations or concealers, instead choose fluid foundation that contains luminous particles to get that healthy and natural glow without overloading.
Wearing too many bright colours
Experimenting with makeup is quite fun. Wearing a bright blue eyeshadow or a creative eyeliner can look amazing under the right circumstances. But, wearing too many bright colours at the same time will make you look like a child.
If you are planning to wear a bright colour, then it’s important to focus on one area of your face, either it can be your eyes or lips. You can pull a bold lip only if everything else is fairly low key. After all, makeup is meant to enhance your natural beauty, not to distract from it.