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Ok, I really need help getting rid of the concealer wrinkles under my eyes. I feel like I’ve tried everything, but I still have the problem of my concealer crinkling within minutes of applying it. I’m currently preparing the Origins GinZing Eye Cream and will be using either NYX afterwards. [Bare With Me] concealer serum or winky lux [Peeper Perfect] A concealer that became a hot topic on TikTok.I also tried Maybelline Age Rewind. [Eraser Multi-Use Concealer]. Help me!
Sincerely,
casey
Casey, I had a hunch what the cause of your wrinkle problem might be and then spoke to several makeup artists. They supported my hypothesis. We think the makeup video led you astray. And you are not alone. “Many people get their application information from Youtube University, but this is dangerous because applying for quick visual effects is one thing and applying for long-term results is another story,” says the makeup artist. say. Nikki Posley.
In the years since makeup tutorials first started appearing online, the visual style has changed significantly. YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok’s algorithms now prioritize more engaging content, more tightly edited, shorter videos, and more. dramatic visual impact has become the standard. As a result, more and more creators are applying large amounts of product quickly to larger areas of the face (rarely cutting off all the necessary blending for a long time). “Under the eyes always feel like a swipe of heavy-duty concealer,” says the makeup artist Diana Meluso. It also happens in skin care. Juicy drops and drizzles look even more beautiful on camera. As a result, “I think a lot of people are overproducing,” Meluso said.
Of course, I can’t say for sure if this is your problem, but I often see people wearing makeup at Subway or Sephora, and I’ve noticed that they tend to apply too much overall, so… I thought it was worth pointing out.
With that said, let’s move on to some action items.Preparing at eye cream Great idea, but the concealer needs to be fully absorbed before applying. “If you apply a slippery concealer right after applying a slippery eye cream, it will start to move and create wrinkles right away,” Meluso says. If you have dry skin, consider applying a thick eye cream, says Posley (he likes dry skin). B3 Balm Nourishing Eye Cream) When you wake up at night, your skin is naturally more hydrated. And in the morning, you can use a lighter (i.e., faster-absorbing) eye cream to help remove puffiness, brighten, and other types of morning problems.I like Meluso Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Crème You and MAC fast response eye creamPosley’s absorbent picks, on the other hand, are Youth to the People Superfood Hydrate + Farm Eye Cream. Using your ring finger, tap a minimal amount (“about two dots,” Meluso says) into the orbital area, away from the lash line. Next, wait until the eye cream is fully absorbed before applying concealer (this can take a few minutes, Posley says).
Next is choosing a concealer. “Let’s dispel the myth that there’s a magic concealer that won’t wrinkle,” says Posley. “As the skin expands and contracts underneath, wrinkles eventually form.” But typically, you’ll want to apply plenty of lotion or a sheer concealer with a lotion-like consistency or a “moisturizing” concealer. You can minimize that problem by using a small amount of full-coverage concealer in a cream or solid formula rather than applying it. serum. (His three concealers you mentioned have decent coverage, but all have fluid formulas with plenty of hydration and glide.) Meluso uses Laura’s Mercier classic We believe in a solid formula. secret camouflage concealer (“This is my favorite. I can’t live without it.”) And I like creamy things. Dior Forever Skin Correct Full Coverage Concealer. “They both have some adhesive so they stay in place,” she says. Posley’s favorite concealer also has a creamy, sweat-resistant formula and is highly pigmented (full coverage). danessa mylix vision cream cover and estee lauder double wear concealer.
There are a thousand ways to apply concealer, but professional makeup artists agree that using less product (by layering) is more effective than applying large amounts of concealer all at once. That’s it. Start with a very small amount and dab it in (using your fingers, brush, or sponge). Another general rule: Don’t start by applying concealer directly to your under-eye hollows. Start from far away (under the hollow, orbital bone, or under the inner and outer corners of the eye) and work your way up. towards Cover the hollow without getting too close to the eyelash line. Once blended, take a step back and see if you need more coverage. If so, repeat the process.
If you use the right type of concealer and apply it sparingly (overlaying only when necessary), you’ll notice that your makeup is less likely to crease. However, for extra insurance, you can set the area with a very light dusting of translucent loose powder. Posley suggests waiting a few minutes for the concealer to settle, then dabbing it with a dry wedge sponge for a final blend before applying any loose powder (he suggests this). Danessa Mylix Evolution Loose Powder or One/Size Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder).Melusso also likes to wait a minute or two before applying the final blend (she uses a fluffy brush), but only sets the area with powder if you have oily skin. (Her choice is Laura Mercier Secret Brightening Powder for Under Eyes).
Try the strategies above (and maybe some of the products). If you like the results, feel free to create your own video and share it online. We need to spread the word that less is definitely more.
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