Table of contents:
- 9 wrong suggestions on how to put on makeup
- 1. "Face primer is mandatory"
- 2. "Concealer must be used before foundation"
- 3. "The color of the eyebrow pencil must match the original hair color"
- 4. "Test the foundation on the wrist to check the color"
- 5. "Out-insert the mascara brush into the tube to get more ink"
- 6. "Rubbing the foundation with your fingers will save you more time"
- 7. "Not everyone deserves to wear red lipstick"
- 8. "Waterproof mascara is better than regular mascara"
- 9. "Makeup causes acne"
The internet, television, professional makeup artists, to our own friends and mothers - all "advising" you, from right to left, that you shouldn't do that, when it comes to wearing the right makeup. And, they all base these theories on eye color, skin tone, hair color, or claims from "trusted experts". Little do we know that some of the beauty myths are really just myths.
Here, we uncover some of the makeup app myths that often trick people, and why you should think twice every time you hear one that is circulating.
9 wrong suggestions on how to put on makeup
1. "Face primer is mandatory"
The primer helps in easy application from the base by creating a smooth "painting canvas", and also keeps makeup that lasts longer. The primer fills in fine lines, minimizes pore size, and prevents oily skin. But no, you don't have to use it. If you don't feel that the primer gives you a smooth finish or minimizes imperfections on your face, then skip it. To control excess oil, you can apply a little powder - especially on your T-area.
2. "Concealer must be used before foundation"
Not always. Some color corrector concealer have nuances peach to correct bluish or grayish skin blemishes. Green concealer functions to neutralize the reddish mode on the face. This type of color corrector concealer should be used before your foundation to give a more even complexion. But, different from skin color concealer.
By buffing the foundation first, it means that you have successfully covered most of the blemishes on your face. Skin tone concealers are responsible for covering stubborn areas that cannot be covered by your foundation. In addition, if you apply concealer before foundation, the motion of your foundation / makeup sponge / finger brush will shift the concealer from its original place.
3. "The color of the eyebrow pencil must match the original hair color"
Matching the tint of an eyebrow pencil to your original hair color to fill in the brows will create a look that looks sharp, too artificial. Use a color one or two shades lighter than your original hair or eyebrows to make your overall look more natural.
4. "Test the foundation on the wrist to check the color"
The wrists are one of the areas of the body that are least affected by stress, sunlight, and weather changes. Therefore, testing your foundation color here will not be exactly as accurate as your face tone (unless your skin is naturally pale and your wrists match your chest and face). Instead, test the color of your foundation on the outer side of the upper arm or along the jawline. If the foundation blends in effortlessly and blends in with your skin tone, then you've chosen the right shade.
5. "Out-insert the mascara brush into the tube to get more ink"
"Pumping" the mascara to get more product will actually enter the outside air into the tube, so the formula dries faster than the expected expiration date. In addition, the air that is now trapped in your mascara pack also carries dust and bacteria colonies from the outside environment. The inside of your mascara tube will be the perfect habitat for bacteria to survive and reproduce. This habit can lead to some serious eye infections.
6. "Rubbing the foundation with your fingers will save you more time"
No matter how easy and fast it seems to apply foundation with your fingers, you won't get long-lasting makeup results. When jarring your foundation, you run the risk of losing control of how thick you want the layer to be; damage the concealer layer underneath or apply a too thick layer of foundation. Finger application will also use up to three times as much foundation as using a makeup brush or sponge.
7. "Not everyone deserves to wear red lipstick"
Absolutely not. Whoever you are, young and old, with pale-dark skin, can wear red lipstick and still look great. One tip for choosing red lipstick: choose the right shade of red for your skin tone. Red lipstick with shades undertone blue is hailed as the best type of red lipstick for almost all skin tones of all ages. But you don't have to follow this guide. You can try a variety of different shades of red before deciding which one gives off your confident shine the most.
8. "Waterproof mascara is better than regular mascara"
Unless you're going to be at an event where you're going to burst into tears, or be around heavy water, stay away from waterproof mascara. Waterproof mascara is very difficult to clean than regular mascara. This is what will cause you to pull hard on your lashes in the process. Sleeping with stubborn mascara residue will make the ecosystem in your lashes more susceptible to the development of lash mites (yes, they do exist!) That live in old mascara. When these mites land on your lashes, they chew your lashes for food, making your lashes shorter and brittle.
The habit of leaving mascara residue on your lashes can also lead to serious eye infections.
9. "Makeup causes acne"
Wrong. Poor personal hygiene is a major cause of acne.
Although wearing layers of makeup can overwhelm your facial skin, wearing makeup consistently won't actually make your skin more damaged than before. Sure, a day without makeup is a relief, but the real culprit of skin damage is not cleaning your makeup regularly (this means leaving makeup on your face all night long). Make sure your face is clean every time you apply makeup and never sleep with makeup still on your face. Proper skin care is the basis for flawless makeup application.
