We came across this amazing blogpost today and we want to share it with our readers : dysbeautyblog.blogspot.com has complied a list of the mistakes that women in general make with their
makeup….are you one of those who have perfected the art of makeup or are you
one of those who is making one or the other mistake ? You’ll find out by the
end of this post.


Here we have listed a few of the makeup mistakes that we think are the most common…


 In an ideal world, you would have all the various makeup products you want, have the time and money to update them each season and have the skilled hand necessary to apply them flawlessly. But even
if that’s not the case, there are simple fixes you can try to help correct the
most common beauty wrongs. “Makeup is a wonderful tool to enhance your look,
but used correctly, it should never look fake or like you’re wearing a mask,”
says New York City makeup artist Jessica Liebeskind. Here, the makeup mistakes
many women routinely make, plus how to do it right.


 1. Wearing too much (or too little) makeup.
“Your makeup should be time and place appropriate—so what looks perfect for a
big evening event shouldn’t be the same as what you put on to go to the grocery
store or the gym,” explains Liebeskind. When you consistently overdo your
makeup, you run the risk of looking like you’re trying too hard. Toning it down
a notch—for a more natural look—will be a better option for every day. On the
flip side, Liebeskind cautions against being so afraid of looking fake or
overdone that you skip makeup altogether. Her prescription for the perfect
minimal makeup: A good moisturizer, under-eye concealer, blush, curl your
lashes and add a sweep of lipstick or gloss.


2. Never updating your colors, products or techniques.
Still using the same eye shadow, blush and lipstick shades you fell in love
with when you first started wearing makeup? Well, unless that was just last
year, chances are you’re long overdue for a trip to the makeup counter. “Just
like you pay attention to which jeans are currently in style—and feel outdated
if you’re still wearing bootcut when the look is straight-leg—you need to pay
attention to makeup trends,” says Liebeskind. That’s not to say that you have
to toss and replace all your makeup every season, or that you have to wear
bright red lipstick just because that’s what the models were sporting on the
fashion runways. You can find ways to make the trends your own (perhaps
swapping your circa 1990s brown-toned lipstick for a wine-colored stain if reds
are in fashion) so that your face looks as stylish as your wardrobe.


3. Using the wrong color foundation.
You could have beautiful skin and perfect application technique, but if you’re wearing a foundation that doesn’t exactly match your natural skin tone, the
results are going to look awful. By picking a shade that’s an exact match,
you’ll make it very easy to get a flawless looking face. To find the right one,
Liebeskind suggests trying on three—pick the one you think is the closest color
match, and also try one shade darker and one shade lighter. Go to the makeup
counter with no makeup on, and swipe the three shades in stripes that run from
your cheek down to your neck. As you blend each one into your skin, look for
the one that blends so effortlessly it literally just disappears. That will be
your perfect match.


4. Not caring for your skin.
All the makeup in the world can’t compensate for skin that isn’t well primed. In order for makeup to go on smoothly and look its best, you need to think
about your skin before you start to reach for your foundation or concealer. “If
the skin isn’t properly hydrated, your concealer will look cakey, your blush
splotchy and your foundation won’t spread evenly,” explains Liebeskind. For dry
skin, slather on a rich moisturizer or a face oil before applying makeup. Oily
skin will look best if you start by washing your face with a cleanser that
absorbs oil and then use a lightweight, oil-free lotion that will hydrate the
skin enough for makeup to go on smoothly, but won’t make the skin greasy or
shiny.


5. Choosing the wrong makeup for your skin type.
Just as using the right skincare will help your makeup look better, it’s
important to be sure you’re using the right makeup formulas to enhance your
skin. If your skin is on the dry side, avoid powder foundations and blushes.
Creamy formulas will blend better, and if you have any fine lines or wrinkles,
a cream will help smooth them over (as opposed to powders which can settle into
lines and make them appear more obvious). Normal to oily skin should stick to
oil-free liquids and powders. And it pays to reassess your choices every so
often to make sure you’re using the right formula for the skin you have now:
You may have had oily skin since your teenage years, but if you are now over
40, chances are your skin is starting to shift toward the dryer side.




6. Going to bed with your makeup on.
“If you’re going to take the time to put it on, you’ve got to also take the time to take it off,” says Liebeskind. Leaving your makeup on overnight can
clog your pores (not to mention getting your pillowcase dirty), plus, if you’re
not removing your makeup, you’re not caring for your skin by cleansing and
applying an appropriate night cream. To make a clean sweep: Use a makeup remover
pad first to get rid of eye makeup and anything else that might not come off
with your face cleanser (like a long-wearing lipstick).Follow with your usual
facial cleanser to finish the job,


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