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The Proper Way to Use Concealer

Concealer is an essential part of your beauty routine, but you may not be applying it properly or using it to its full effect. Here are some common concealer mistakes and what you should do instead.

There is no right or wrong when it comes to whether you should apply concealer before or after foundation. If you want to cover up eye circles, apply it before. If you want your face to appear free of blemishes, apply it after your foundation.

When you apply makeup, your hands touch many products. If you apply concealer with your fingers, those other products could interfere with its appearance. Instead, use a concealer brush for an even application. For an airbrush-like appearance, apply your concealer with light tapping motions, rather than strokes.

Concealers come in a variety of textures, and it is important to use the right one for each part of your face. Liquid concealer is better for under your eyes, since a cream concealer can crease and create a cake-like appearance.

Concealer can also be used as foundation. If you want lighter coverage, instead of foundation, use a little bit of concealer to even your skin tone.

If you want to give your face a contoured appearance, use a darker shade of concealer on your cheekbones, jawline, and nose. Then use a lighter concealer on the center of your nose, the center of your forehead, and the apples of your cheeks.

After you apply your concealer, finish it off with powder. This is important to set your concealer, which will prevent it from sliding off your face later.

Use concealer to prime your face before applying makeup to your eyes or lips. It will act as a neutralizing base and make the color of your eye shadow or lipstick stand out. A lighter color will also make your lips appear more plump.

Use concealer sparingly. The less you apply, the more natural your makeup will appear. You will also save money.

Be sure to remove all of your concealer at night to prevent blocked pores. Use makeup remover wipes and a gentle cleanser to thoroughly clean your face.

Following this advice can help you get the most out of your daily makeup routine.

Some Tried and True Beauty Tips

Many makeup and beauty tips have stood the test of time.

To Start:

  • Avoid touching your face if you don’t have to. The oils on your fingertips can cause breakouts.
  • Don’t squeeze pimples. This can damage the tissue and cause scarring or pits.
  • When applying cream or cleanser, press lightly upward, not downward. The skin is delicate and can start to sag.
  • To find the best color, test foundation and powder on your face or neck. The inside of your wrist is too pale.
  • To prevent makeup from fading as the day wears on, apply a primer before applying foundation. Use foundation instead of concealer to cover redness or blemishes.
  • Before you apply powder, blow the excess off the brush. This will prevent it from flaking. Apply powder with a downward motion to smooth facial hairs. Apply other makeup with an upward motion.
  • Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks – the parts that puff out when you smile. Blend rouge far out on the cheekbones, not in circles.
  • To freshen your makeup, press a tissue on oily parts of your face, such as your forehead, nose, and chin. Then use a brush to apply a thin layer of pressed powder.
  • If you are attending a special event, apply your makeup earlier in the day and touch it up before you leave. That will make it look more natural and have you feeling less rushed later.
  • For soft, smooth lips, use a damp, warm washcloth at night to rub off dry, flaky skin. Then apply lip balm.
  • If you are changing from a lighter to a darker shade of lipstick, ease the transition by applying the darker shade over the lighter one and blending. To make your lipstick last longer, allow it to set for a few minutes after applying. Then blot your lips with a tissue, dust them with powder, and apply more lipstick.
  • If your cheeks are flushed, using a bold color lipstick can lessen the effect. A neutral lipstick will make your cheeks appear redder.
  • To make lip liner glide on, warm it up by pinching it with your fingertips. To prevent lipstick from bleeding, apply a little concealer around your lips. To ensure complete coverage, smile when you apply your lipstick.

Following these timeless tips can help you look your best everyday.

Game Day Beauty and Makeup Tips for Football Season!

We have all your beauty and makeup tips for game day!

Football season is back and for all you lady pigskin fans we have the best beauty and makeup tips for game day! For the die-hard female fans who tailgate before home games and cheer from the stands, looking good can be just as important as a win! Fashion and football have crossed paths before, and we are here to tell you what you need to look good from opening kick-off to the end of the game!

If you haven’t already heard, the NFL has implemented a new rule about what kind of bags people can bring into the stadiums. However, we can’t keep the new clear bag rule stop us female fans from looking great at the game when we are cheering for our favorite team!
So what should you be packing in your see-through bag?

1) Moisturizer – Apply it first to a freshly washed face.

2) Sunscreen – Make sure you have sunscreen on you to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful UV rays, especially if you root for a team in a warmer state!

3) Liquid foundation – It’s quick and easy to apply, plus it looks natural! You don’t need to carry a brush with you because you can just apply it by hand!

4) Concealer – Perfect for getting your eyes looking refreshed. Maybelline’s cover stick is perfect for bringing with you and touching up blemishes and dark spots.

5) White eyeliner – If you don’t already have one, get one! Apply it to your waterline to make your eyes appear bigger. Add some to your inner eye corners to make them pop!

6) Eyelash curler – A must have tool on game day. Get those gorgeous “falsies” looking lashes with a few quick strokes!

7) Blush – Makes your face glow when you are cheering for your favorite player!

8) Tinted gloss – Place on your lips for a finishing touch. Get one with your team’s color to show off your loyalty!

Airbrush Makeup is great for girls to use when getting Senior Portraits done. No more retouching makeup in-between outfit changes!