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Applying makeup is one of the joys of my life. Unless it
is a beach day or I feel unusually lazy, I like trying new colors and shades of
makeup. I've had perfect vision all my life until I reached 40. At this
fabulous age, I began to notice a few changes--one was my changing eyesight.
After several botched makeup applications, I swore off eyeshadow vowing to stick with eyeliner and mascara for a "simpler look." That did not work so well either and I missed playing with my favorite eyeshadow brands likeMAC and Mary Kay.
After several botched makeup applications, I swore off eyeshadow vowing to stick with eyeliner and mascara for a "simpler look." That did not work so well either and I missed playing with my favorite eyeshadow brands likeMAC and Mary Kay.
When you can't see well, applying makeup is kind of hit
and miss. You may get your eyeshadow on the eyelid and you may get your
eyeliner in a perfectly straight line but after you put on your glasses-oh no!
As a new hot girl with glasses I learned a few things about applying makeup
with poor eyesight. Some of them are no-brainers but they felt like revelation
when I first figured them out. Here's to you smart, sassy glass wearing gals!
Try these tips for flattering makeup applications that stay in the proverbial
lines.
Magnified
Me
Yes, wonder of wonders, the magnifying glass has become my
best friend. I upgraded my vanity table mirror. Besides the regular mirror that
matches my wicker vanity set, I sprung for a large magnification mirror. This
freestanding mirror stands easily on the tabletop and even has additional
lighting to help me see. Be warned. You'll see everything now, including facial
hair and tiny wrinkles.
Bright
Light
Natural light is best so if possible, move your makeup
nook closer to an outdoor window. When this isn't possible double the wattage
on your light bulbs or invest in new lighting. Track lighting and lamps are
good for directing light on a specific area.
Better
Tools
Someone once said, "To do the best job you need the
right tools." This old adage is true for this situation too. When you
can't rely on your eyes you have to rely on your tools. Upgrade your makeup
tools to get a better application.
Pick a sculptured blush brush that is designed with your
cheekbones in mind. For mineral powder foundation, use a flat kabuki brush.
Always select mascaras that are easy to handle with fine, full brushes. When
seeing is a problem, stick with eyeshadow tools that have short handles for
better control.
Over
Foundation Concealer
With less than perfect eyesight, you'll make plenty of
mistakes, even with practice. Keep an over-foundation concealer on your makeup
table or in your purse for quick corrections. Unlike the concealer that goes
under foundation, this kind blends in smoothly to makeup without changing the
foundation color.
Check around the eyes and lips especially for eyeshadow
and lipstick faux pas. I recommend using concealer pens to get the most precise
accurately placed coverage. I usually give myself a quick once over in my car
before I even head out of the driveway. There I get tons of good light and can
see problems quickly.
If you love makeup but have some difficulty seeing you
don't need to give up your cosmetics. Make some of the suggested changes and
give yourself a little more time for application. Wearing glasses is not the
end of the world. In fact, I love the way my glasses make me look. “Especially
after I put them on!”, also said Monica Bullock.
