How to hide bruises under the eyes with makeup?
Dark circles under the eyes are a problem for many women. And if physiologically the problem is difficult to eliminate, then aesthetically it is not so difficult to do it. Let's figure out how to properly disguise bruises under the eyes.
How can bruises be removed?
To hide this aesthetic flaw, the following remedies may come in handy.
Eyelid cream
When applied on a regular basis, the circles under the eyes will become less pronounced and appear much less frequently. Also, such a cream will help protect the skin from other age-related problems, for example, relieve expression wrinkles, puffiness, dryness, because all these factors can cause dark circles in the eye area.
When choosing a cream, give preference to products containing elastin, heparin, hyaluronic acid, plant extracts, vitamins C and K. These substances help remove moisture from the epidermis.
The same effect is caused by hydrogel patches, and if they are absent, you can lubricate a cotton pad with cream, hold it in the freezer for five minutes and apply it on the eye. This manipulation will give the skin a rested and youthful appearance.
Highlighter
The purpose of this tool is to emphasize the contour of the face and highlight its advantages.... Using a highlighter, you can divert attention from bruises to more advantageous facial features. Therefore, you do not need to apply the highlighter to the circles themselves. The composition of the substance usually contains reflective particles, which give the skin shine, refresh the face, and mask wrinkles.
But it is important to choose the right highlighter depending on your skin type. For example, ladies with a light or pale complexion are advised to choose a product that gives a slight pearl shine, while dark-skinned women are more suitable for a honey or golden effect. If the skin is characterized by redness, then it is better to give preference to pink shades.
An excellent effect is given by a highlighter paired with a concealer. So, the latter can cover up dark circles, and the highlighter will emphasize the relief of the face.
Concealer or concealer
The concealer is characterized by a light texture that gives the skin a natural tone. This product can be applied to large areas, as it blends well with other "foundation". The corrector has a different task - it hides defects using the contrast of the palette. The concealer is always applied first, before concealer.
But when using both products, keep in mind that the concealer is able to moisturize the dermis, and the corrector, on the contrary, dries it out.
When choosing a concealer, pay attention to the following features:
- if the skin color is gray with a pinkish tint, then a concealer with a pink undertone will help to refresh it;
- if the spots under the eyes are brown, then they will be well hidden by a salmon or orange tone;
- if there are more blue or blue circles under the eyes, then you can hide them under a peach or warm yellow concealer.
How to paint over correctly?
You can hide bruises under your eyes with the right makeup. Use the following guidelines.
- Before makeup, you should prepare your skin for the procedure. To do this, apply a moisturizer or emollient cream evenly to your face.
- Apply a primer to the eye area, it will provide masking of irregularities and wrinkles. Then the circles themselves should be covered with concealer. Apply it over the top of the primer.
- Then use a foundation. But it is important that its consistency is not greasy. The cream is applied to the face, avoiding the under-eye area.
- The last step is to apply a highlighter... Apply it from the inner to the outer corner of the eye.
- You can finish off with a loose powder with lightening pigments. She treats the area around the eyes.
Makeup artist tips
Check out a few more tips from professional makeup artists.
- According to many experts, foundation and powder have some special consistency, which only emphasizes the defects under the eyes, so it is better to refuse these funds. In addition, over time, their regular use only leads to an increase in the problem of circles under the eyes.
- It is important to find an individual approach to facial skin care and choose the right cosmetics. Collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid-based products cope well with the problem of bruising. Serums for the eye area are very popular now. They are specially designed to combat this problem, are easy to apply and have low consumption.
- Wear light, as natural makeup as possible... For example, using purple or green eyeshadow only highlights imperfections in appearance, rather than helping to hide dark spots under the eyes.
- If you make a compress of tea or treat your skin with an ice cube 10 minutes before applying decorative cosmeticsthen it will reduce swelling, and the makeup products will lie smoother, which means that they will better hide skin imperfections.
Always try to get enough sleep. In 90% of cases, the appearance of bruises under the eyes is due precisely to the problems of lack of sleep.
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