“ Beauty begins with the perfect stroke.”
If you’re a die-hard makeup fan, then this statement will resonate with you! Although the desire for the perfect makeup look is common, that five-minute makeup hack isn’t everyone’s cup of tea! Especially if you’re a beginner, makeup warrants patience and taking time out to perfect your looks is key to achieving the kind of results you desire.
Are you a makeup rookie? Are you struggling to perfect that winged liner or blend your foundation to perfection? If you are, worry not, we’ve all been there and done that! This is why we’ve put together a list of common errors that makeup beginners around the globe make! However, it’s never too late to rectify it. Here are some makeup mistakes that beginners can avoid:
1. Applying The Foundation First
Yes, the magic of foundation is no secret! However, direct application of foundation can clog your skin pores and prevent it from blending in easily, leading to an uneven skin tone. Hence, be it a simple makeup look or a glamorous one, always remember to use the moisturizer and primer before going ahead with the foundation.
Your skin needs to stay hydrated and nourished before taking on the load of makeup! So ensure you are all moisturized and give your skin a break of 2-3 minutes before using a primer. This way, you give your skin time to adjust to the product, resulting in a gorgeous finish!
2. Picking The Wrong Shade
Another common makeup blunder is choosing a foundation that doesn’t match your skin tone. No matter what look you’re going for, it’s important to ensure you’ve got your foundation shade right to prevent a complete mismatch between your face and the rest of your body. A tone lighter or darker can ruin the overall look in a jiffy, so if you aren’t sure about your tone, consider seeking professional help.
3. Focusing Too Much On The Face
As much as your face is the first thing that catches people’s attention when it comes to makeup, it’s essential to give equal importance to the other parts around the face as well. Matching the tone of your face and neck evenly is a very important aspect of makeup. Also, don’t forget the little touch-up around your collarbone and the top of your shoulder!
4. Doing The Lips First
Applying your lip shade right after the foundation is a complete no-no! Following the steps right is important to achieve the perfect look. So remember to always apply the lipstick at the end, once your overall look is complete and you’re satisfied with the results! The reason for this is that having your lipstick on while still applying the rest of your makeup will result in spread lipstick that’ll change the tone of your overall makeup.
5. Overdoing The Mascara
While the ability to provide your eyelashes with that gorgeous lift and volume makes this beauty product a crowd favourite, going overboard with it is a common error! Using too much Mascara creates a considerable gap between your lashes and makes it look cakey and bizarre! All you need is a swirl or two for the perfect look!
6. Not Striking The Right Eye & Lip Balance
This is something that everyone should completely avoid doing. Whether you desire that simple nude makeup look or a bold look, always remember to focus on one thing at a time. If you’re opting for bold eyes, keep your lips simple and vice versa. This way, there’s a set balance to your look with a star factor to grab eyeballs!
7. Not Blending Enough
Applying primer/concealer/foundation isn’t enough. You have to make sure that you blend in all the products perfectly. Leaving it in between or slowly dabbing the makeup sponge can dry out the product, making it look patchy. If you cannot dab in quickly, get yourself a damp makeup sponge and work with that. This will result in a perfectly blended base!
8. Leaving Makeup Brushes Dirty
Are you someone who loves makeup but hates the chores after? Get ready to face the consequences because not cleaning your makeup brushes post-use is one of the biggest mistakes you can make! Uncleaned brushes lead to severe skin problems like acne and other skin infections. So ensure you don’t slack on cleaning up and also finding proper storage for your makeup goods to avoid exposing them to dirt and dust.
Now that the cat’s out of the bag on all the common makeup mistakes people make, we hope you’ll watch out and not repeat these mistakes! Having said that, we’re curious to know if we missed out on any that you may have made in your makeup journey. Tell us in the comment section!
