Why You Should Wear Makeup


by Sheila Dicks - Date: 2007-01-09 - Word Count: 419 Share This!

Whether you are making a cake, building a staircase or creating a report, the end result won't be very pleasing if you don't complete the project completely and add the finishing touches. The cake might taste great but look uninviting without the icing, the staircase will be usable if built well but won't attract buyers if it is not varnished or painted; and a report might have some ground-breaking information but won't get attention if it is not put together well.

What does this have to do with beauty? A lot. Many women believe that being well dressed is enough. An expensive suit and great shoes and they are all set. However, being well dressed is just one side of looking great, the other side is looking after you skin and hair and using makeup. Equal attention must be devoted to these aspects in order to achieve a great look.

Why Wear Makeup?

If you are not used to wearing makeup and feel that you will look foolish or you are not sure how to apply it, consult a beauty advisor. When makeup is used correctly your skin will look clearer, dark circles will be less apparent, your eyes will look brighter and your lips more defined. It is also important to choose colors that are suitable for you. Women with light hair and skin will look better in light shades and women who have darker hair and skin look better in dark shades.

*If your makeup has worn off within an hour of applying it you are not using the correct products or techniques.

Always Wear Makeup When Wearing Black

Wearing black next to your face will make your skin appear pale and washed out. If you must wear black without makeup, be sure to wear a different color (such as a scarf) or accessory next to your face.

Eyeliner and Mascara Pitfalls

Whatever your age use eyeliner sparingly. Too much eyeliner overpowers the face and looks tacky. The purpose of eyeliner is to make eyelashes look fuller. To get this effect apply mascara as close to the eyelashes as possible. Avoid thick black lines.

Too much mascara will make your eyelashes stick together or thicken into blobs. To make you eyelashes look longer use an eyelash curler.

Eyebrows Frame the Face

Thick, unruly eyebrows can ruin the look of the most perfectly applied makeup. Plucking your eyebrows opens up the area around your eyes and draws attention to them. Follow the natural line of your eyebrows and only pluck the lower edge of the brow.

©Copyright 2007 Sheila Dicks


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Sheila Dicks is an Image and Wardrobe consultant who helps men and women reach their full potential and gain greater self-confidence by learning how to be better dressers. You can find her at http://www.sheilasfashionsense.com, http://www.mensfashion101.com and http://www.sheiladicks.com

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