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Makeup Tricks to Avoid

Makeup tricks are supposed to help us, not hurt us and if you
are using the wrong ones, you could be actually adding the
years to your complexion. Not all makeup tips and tricks are
suitable for all women so if you are looking for ways to create
the illusion of a younger complexion, you will have to be very
careful about which techniques you choose. If you?re clueless
about the whole concept, make note of the following makeup
tricks that should be avoided.

Concealer is meant to even out the complexion and make flaws
such as blemishes and dark areas under the eyes disappear.
While concealer has been a God-send to many women, misusing
this makeup item will only do more harm than good. It is wise
to avoid using too much concealer - especially under the eye
area. Only a small amount is needed and using a good brush
will properly blend the color into your complexion. It is not
meant to be used in layers around your whole eye area. This
make your eyes look strange and anything but youthfully
natural.

Speaking of laying on too much concealer, it is also best to
avoid putting on too much foundation. You may think that
extra foundation will eliminate your fine lines, wrinkles and
create an overall smoother complexion but in reality it will
create a mask that will not only make you look older, but
scary. To prevent this, use a makeup sponge and gently press
it onto your complexion to remove excess foundation. Dab,
don?t rub.

Mascara does wonders to open up the eye area and draw
attention to your peepers but if you think that using a lot
of mascara on your lower lashes is a great trick for hiding
your age lines around the eye area, think again. This so-
called makeup trick can actually bring more attention to
these flaws. Instead stick to mascara on your top lashes,
which will really open up your eyes in a good way. Make sure
to curl your lashes before applying the mascara, which adds
to the illusion of bigger, more youthful looking eyes.

If you?re noticing that your lips are thinning out a bit as
you get older, don?t fret, this is a natural part of the
aging process. However, if you want to use makeup to create
a younger, fuller looking pout, then you will want to choose
wisely when it comes to lip colors. Believe it or not, you?ll
want to stay away from heavy, bright lipstick colors as well
as dark shades and hues that are very shiny or metallic.
These only serve to enhance your thinning lips and are very
unflattering. Instead, avoid these altogether and turn to
sheer lip gloss, which is easier to apply. The shine of the
gloss automatically gives off the illusion of fuller lips in
a way that appears more natural and not so in your face.



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