Why These 5 Makeup Myths Are Holding You Back

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1. Foundation Isn’t For Oily Skin

You can’t wear foundation if you have oily skin? 🍓🤨

The truth is, you can absolutely wear foundation if you have oily skin. In fact, powder foundation and skin tints might oxidize quickly on oily skin over time, losing all of that holy coverage.

So, look for oil free or mattifying formulas. Setting your foundation with loose powder and finishing powder can help absorb excess oil.

Visual Reference: ⇨ Foundation Myth

2. Dark Lipstick Shrinks Your Lips

Dark lipstick makes your lips look smaller. 🍓🤨

Well, kind of and nope. Dark lipstick can actually make lips look fuller if applied properly, especially if you line your lips and keep the center slightly lighter.

This is applicable not only on applying dark lipsticks but also nudes if you want that bigger lips effect.

Visual Reference: ⇨ Lipstick Myth

3. Bold Eyeshadow Overpowers Small Eyes

You should never wear bold eyeshadow if you have small eyes? 🍓🤨

Bold eyeshadow can actually make small eyes pop! Just blend it well and use lighter shades in the inner corners and high points of the eyes to open up the eyes.

This can give your eyes that third dimensional look.

Visual Reference: ⇨ Eyeshadow Myth

4. Highlighter Isn’t For Oily Skin

You shouldn’t use highlighter if you have oily skin? 🍓🤨

Highlighter can still work on oily skin, but you might want to choose a powder highlighter instead of a cream one to prevent excess shine.

To minimize that oily instead of dewy look, opt for a matte highlighter. But if you still want the shimmers? with a light hand, use a fan brush and tap that powder highlighter on.

Visual Reference: ⇨ Highlighter Myth

5. Eyebrow Color Must Match With Hair

You should always match your eyebrow pencil to your hair color. 🍓🤨

You might want to choose an eyebrow pencil that’s a shade or two lighter than your hair color for a more natural look. A harsh match can appear too intense or bulky. But if you love that sexy siren look, who’s going to stop you, hun?

Visual Reference: ⇨ Eyebrow Pencil Myth

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