5 Ways to Budge-Proof Your Makeup
1. Prevent Raccoon Eyes
Sure, waterproof mascara has staying power, but you can harm your lashes trying to remove it. To get just its benefits, apply a coat of your favorite mascara, then use a waterproof variety for a second coat. "This locks in the mascara, but its removal is easier on lashes," says makeup artist Andrew Sotomayor.
2. Layer Your Blush
Keep your rosy glow by using two kinds of cheek color, says Cory Bishop, lead makeup artist for Temptu. Apply a cream formulation, like Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge ($24, department stores), on clean skin. Top with foundation, then dust on a powder blush in a similar shade. "When that top layer wears off, you'll still have a flush," Bishop explains.
3. Brush On Base
For lasting foundation, it's best not to use your fingers, says Ashunta Sheriff, Mary Kay celebrity makeup artist: "The oils in your skin will mix with the oils in the product, causing it to dissolve and slide." Stipple on with a makeup sponge or a flat foundation brush, like EcoTools Bamboo Foundation Brush ($6, drugstores), for all-day coverage.
4. Ensure Stay-On Shadow
"Layering creams and powders can help eye shadow stay put," says Sheriff. Apply a cream formula first, then top with a powder. "The cream base creates a smooth, dry surface for the powder to adhere to," she explains. Use two versions of the same color, or choose a flesh-toned cream shadow to conceal any discoloration on lids.
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5. Lock In Concealer
Dusting on translucent powder is the best way to set makeup, but not around the eyes. "It can really accentuate fine lines and wrinkles," explains Sheriff. Better: With a concealer brush, dot a mattifier, like Sonia Kashuk Perfecting Transparent Mattifier ($15, Target), over your concealer. It'll absorb the oils that can cause concealer to melt and crease.
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