Beauty Tip- 5 Makeup Mistakes That Make You Look Like You Got Zero Sleep Last Night

"Woah, you look really tired!" is never fun
to hear. But if know you're caught up on
your beauty rest, it's your makeup routine
that may be keeping you from looking your
best. But don't fret, these easy fixes are sure
to revive your glow.

Mistake #1: You don't start with a
moisturizer.
Having dry skin won't do you any favors in
the looking awake department.

The fix: Pick a moisturizer with added SPF.
It not only adds much-needed hydration
back into your skin, but it also protects you
from sun damage, which—surprise!—also
ages you.

Mistake #2: You apply foundation all
wrong.
Wearing way too much, wearing none at all,
or wearing a color that doesn't match your
skintone are all big no-no's. Why? Skipping
it completely while still adding other
makeup (like mascara) can make your skin
look washed out. And caked-up foundation
(even in powder form) can crack and make
wrinkles and imperfections appear so much
worse.

The fix: Find a color that works for you and
apply it evenly. If you're struggling to find
your match, add a swipe along your jawline
or hand—either will help you find a shade
that blends into your skin.

Mistake #3: You forget about blush.
Lack of color equals dull and lifeless skin.

The fix: If you're going to wear any makeup
at all, stick with a moisturizer, light
coverage foundation, a bit of mascara, and
a swipe of blush. Start on the apples of your
cheeks, and apply toward your hairline.
You'll look awake and refreshed in no time.

Mistake #4: You overdo the eyeliner.
If you wear too much, you eyes can appear
smaller and more tired. Plus, deep black
liners can exaggerate bloodshot eyes if you
are actually lacking sleep.

The fix: Consider lining your lower lid with
a lighter-colored pencil (pick one that is a
shade darker than your skintone) to open
up your eyes. Even a swipe of white can
make you look more refreshed.

Mistake #5: You don't freshen up
throughout the day.
Smudged eyeliner or uneven lipstick? An
unkempt face screams that you need some
zzz's.

The fix: Take a quick bathroom break (30
seconds is all you need) to remove any black
smudges underneath your eyes, dab a bit of
concealer on any trouble spots, and brush
out your brows. It's the perfect beauty pick-
me-up.-Via Marie Claire