Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Useful Teen Makeup Tips



The perfect look for a teenager is a neutral and natural makeup. For most of the teenage girls a light foundation, black or brown mascara and a little bit of a blush should be enough. Teens should never apply too heavy makeup, tons of foundation or face powder because their skin is still young and fresh-looking. Soft and matte colors will suit every teenager. Unfortunately many teenage girls apply too much makeup in order to make them look older (red lipstick, too much blush, too much eye makeup) and the result isnt very pleasant.
If you are over 30 you may apply makeup to accentuate your best features and to hide the first signs of aging, but if you are a teenager you should use makeup simply to enhance your natural beauty. Another mistake that many teenagers make is that they apply too much concealer, foundation and powder to hide pimples, scars, blackheads or large pores, Actually doing so is a huge, huge mistake. This way you make your face look unnatural and like a mask and it can also lead to more serious skin problems like acne, more clogged pores (blackheads), whiteheads, discolorations and rashes. Remember: applying the appropriate amount of any makeup products is the first step to a flawless makeup.
The first and the most important thing for a flawless teens makeup is to keep your skin cleansed, toned and moisturized everyday. Wash your face every day with a gentle facial cleanser both in the morning and in the evening. Choose a product that is appropriate for your skin type and for the needs of your skin. If you have acne-prone skin, look for products containing alpha hydroxyl, benzoyl peroxide. Using and applying a facial toner is a must even if your skin is dry or sensitive. The toners are designed to remove surface oils and any dirt residue that your cleanser may have missed. They nourish the skin and whisk away impurities that usually lead to breakouts and blemishes.

Useful Tips:
  • Always remove your makeup in the evening with a gentle makeup remover.
  • Never apply too much makeup.
  • Experiment with different colors to see what looks great on you.
  • Avoid lining your eyes with black eyeliner.
  • Look for light-reflecting makeup products.
  • Always apply your makeup to a cleansed and toned skin.
  • Look for products with SPF at least 15.
  • Never apply too heavy foundation or face powder.
  • Remember: less is better.
  • Use tinted lip gloss or tinted lip balms to moisturize your lips.
  • Choose a tinted moisturizer in place of a foundation.
  • Choose eyeshadows in beige, soft peach or coral shades.
  • Lip gloss works best for teenagers.
  • Always apply your makeup to a moisturized face.
  • Smoky eyes with blue or pink shades look great on a teenager.
  • Avoid applying dark eyeshadows.
  • Choose a liquid foundation and a liquid concealer for a lighter coverage.
  • Make sure all your skincare products and makeup products are appropriate for your skin type.
  • Choose oil-free, fragrance-free and noncomedogenic makeup products.
  • Use a sunscreen to protect your skin from the harmful sun rays, especially during the summer months.
  • Never outline your lips with too dark lip liner.
  • Form a habit of cleansing your face every day with appropriate products cleansers, toners and use face creams containing natural ingredients.

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