Many of us think that the solution to dull or tired skin is makeup, but sometimes makeup is what makes you look sleepier! Plus, if someone has ever told you that you look tired but you’ve already rested, it could be a sign that your makeup needs an update ASAP. Fortunately, there is a quick fix for those aesthetic mistakes you’ve been making. Avoiding these don’ts will help you look more refreshed and awake.
1. Your routine doesn’t start with a moisturizer.
Dry skin makes you look tired and older. Whether you wear makeup or not, having hydrated skin will give you that youthful, rosy glow that dry skin definitely won’t have. This is especially important in cold climates. No matter the season, it’s important that your moisturizing cream or serum has SPF, so you can stay protected from the sun.
2. You are not laying the foundation correctly
Yes, foundation can hide imperfections and make our skin look more even. But applying it incorrectly will only make you look exhausted! First of all: make sure your skin tone matches that of the foundation. You can ask for help when purchasing makeup or other outside opinions. Secondly, be careful about the formation of dough in the base, whether in liquid or powder form.
3. You’re using too much eyeliner
You would think that eyeliner usually makes your eyes stand out and gives them life, right? But using too much makes your eyes look small and tired. In fact, if you normally opt for a deep black shade or kohl, it can make bloodshot eyes look much worse, especially if you’re already tired! To fix this, line your lower eyelid with a lighter pencil (even darker than your skin tone) to open your eyes more. A white eyeliner can achieve the same thing.
4. You’re not wearing enough blush.
You look old and sleepy when you wear too much eyeliner, but when you don’t wear enough blush, the same thing can happen! The blush gives you that natural glow and energy. The key is to apply with just a swipe and immediately after applying the moisturizer. For a quick wake-up call, apply it to the apples of your cheeks, brushing toward your hairline.
5. Wearing too much makeup
Just as not wearing enough makeup makes you discolored, wearing too much makeup at once will make you look like an old drag queen or at least a very tired human being. Using too much contour, foundation, concealer and highlighter will dull your natural glow. The solution is to opt for multi-tasking products, such as a primer and foundation with moisturizers or other skin care products.
