Ideally, a way-back machine could put you in bed at 10 pm last night, so you could get all the beauty sleep you need. You look in the mirror the following day – it might as well have a neon sign saying, “Look who’s tired.”
Makeup experts have seen it all, done it, and still managed to look good, which leads us to these “fake it til you make it” tips. Jamie Greenberg, makeup artist and founder of Jamie Makeup, says dull skin is caused by lack of sleep, dehydration, or just life. Experts can revive even the most tired face with mere cosmetics. Applied correctly, makeup can help your face look its healthiest.”
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Marco Campos concurs. A proper makeup application can give you the appearance of a whole week’s sleep. It’s possible to erase tiredness around the eyes with concealer. Brushing the brows, curling the lashes, and a hint of mascara will open your eyes.
A Full-Face Plan For Looking Well-Rested
- Makeup and skin should be fresh and accentuate features without looking heavy
- If you apply mascara just to the upper lashes, your eyes will look perkier, and your face will look brighter
- Make your face look brighter by using blush on your cheeks or lipstick on the bridge of your nose
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DIY Hacks
- Ice, baby: Apply an ice cube to your eyes
- Heat a spoon and gently press it to your lashes with a blow dryer to curl them
- To smooth puffiness, freeze spoons for five to 10 minutes
- Crush coffee beans, mix with water, apply as a paste, let it sit for seven minutes, then rinse off with cold water
For camouflaging fatigue, less might be more. You can look alert by making minor adjustments. It’s okay to look tired. You’re beautiful on all days.