You would be surprised just how many things that you have in your home can help you achieve a stunning look and create perfect makeup. Maybe some of them sound weird but they really work! Check them out:
1. Red lipstick as a concealer
If you need to cover up the fact that you had a sleepless night, you can use your red lipstick for that. Apply your red-orange-y lipstick under your eyes and on your eyelids, actually anywhere where the skin is darker. Use a concealer brush to apply it. Next, apply the fave concealer over it. Don’t think it’s a foolish thing to do – you will be totally amazed by the result when you’re done.
2. Spoon for a perfect cat eye
Maybe you are really good at creating a perfect cat eye but mistakes can happen either way. Most of the time, you draw the line too far or you simply smudge it. Take a spoon and use its straight side to make the line – apply the eyeliner next to the spoon. Next, use a part of the spoon’s curve to create the swoop. Finally, fill it in. You’ll look like a star from the 50s!
3. Blush under the makeup
Maybe this sounds weird but it will do the trick. Many times, your cheeks may seem too rosy when you apply blush to them. It could look good on a picture but it’s just too much for the everyday look. To achieve a more subtle look, apply blush first and then apply foundation or BB over it. The blush will show through but not too intensively – just the right shade.
4. A piece of tape for contouring
If you need to determine where exactly to contour, take a piece of masking tape and place it gently between your ear and mouth on both sides. Use a bronzer or a highlight to dot along the top of the tape. It will create a perfect contour. Then remove the tape and use your fingers or a brush to blend the bronzer.
5. Pencil eyeliner that becomes a gel formula
You will need to use a match or a lighter here. Take the eye pencil you want to use and put it under the flame for just one second and then let it cool for 15 seconds. You will be able to see the change happening right in front of your eyes! The pencil will turn into a gel – you are free to use it to create a smudgy effect.
6. Saline solution for a flaky mascara
Unfortunately, mascara is supposed to be in a good state for only three months (after that, it could collect bacteria and cause an eye infection). Sometimes it can happen that it dries up even earlier – if that happens, use a few drops of saline solution to re-wet it and use it a couple of more times. Still, it’s better to follow trends like the one in Australia – women don’t want to bother with bad and old mascaras there. Instead, many women turn to long-lasting and quality eyelash extensions in Sydney CBD and other cities where this popular trend started. You should try out this trend and forget about mascaras.
7. Tissue for a long-lasting lip color
It’s very annoying when your favorite lipstick fades after an hour or so. To prevent that, apply the lipstick and then lay a tissue over your mouth. Use translucent powder to dust over the tissue – it will set the color. It may seem too complicated but it isn’t and it’s well worth the trouble. The powder sets an intensive shade while the tissue protects the lip color from losing its intensity.
8. Pencil or pen for contouring
It’s difficult for some women to pinpoint where their cheekbones are – a pencil, pen or makeup brush handle can be very helpful there. You can’t follow the same movements as your friend does – every face is unique. So, roll a pen or a pencil right below the cheekbone (in the pocket underneath the bone) – it will help you find the right angle. Once you’ve done it, use a contour brush to dust bronzer on your face. Finally, diffuse the color to create a natural look.
9. Perfect Cupid’s bow with the help of an “X”
To make this part of your lips perfect, take a lip liner in the same shade as the lipstick you want to apply and make an “X” at your Cupid’s bow. It will serve you as a guideline. Then simply apply the lipstick like you normally do – you will notice the difference!
All in all
It’s obvious that you don’t need to have a lot of makeup in order to look great. Many times, a simple thing at the reach of your hand can be just the thing you needed to achieve beautiful and long-lasting look.
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