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Makeup mishaps: How to fix a beauty disaster
Whether it's messy eyeliner or bronzer overload, here's how to fix a beauty faux pas -- fast.
By Maryse Benge
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1. Dyehard "If you've coloured your own hair and it's too dark, immediately wash it with dish soap," says Andrea Claire, a consulting stylist for Infusium 23. "It will strip and lift out some of the colour." After washing, restore lost moisture by applying a deep conditioner, like Infusium 23 Moisturologie Deep-Rinse Treatment ($7).
2. Bottom line Achieving perfectly lined peepers requires a steady hand -- if in doubt, go with smoky eyes instead. Apply liner, then smudge it with your finger so it looks more like a shadow, says Angie Semple, Christian Dior Canada's education and artistry manager.
3. Fingerpaint A slick of clear topcoat is all you need to salvage smudged polish, says Jacquie Hutchinson, national product trainer for Revlon Canada. "After applying, protect the nail with a drop of nail oil," she adds. Try Revlon Expert Effect Quick Dry Top Coat ($7.50) and No Smudge Dry Oil ($7.50).
4. Fringe fest Regretting your DIY bang trim? Sweep your bangs to the side, says Rasa Jurenas, essential looks artist for Schwarzkopf Professional. To hold hair in place, use Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS G.Force Strong Styling Gel ($18).
5. Match point Now that your tan has faded, the foundation you wore all summer may be too dark for your skin tone. Using a sponge, dab moisturizer on top of it, says Greg Wencel, Rimmel London spokesperson and makeup artist. "The sponge will absorb some of the pigment, and the moisturizer will sheer it out for lighter coverage."
6. Hot spot Couldn't help picking at a pimple? "Use a concealer that contains salicylic acid," says Dr. Victoria Taraska, a Winnipeg-based dermatologist. "It will reduce redness and blotchy skin while drying out the blemish." Try Clean & Clear Advantage Invisible Patch ($9).
7. Patch test Disguise over-tweezed eyebrows by filling in patchy areas with a powder that matches the hair on your head, not your brows. "Choose an angular brush and apply the powder with short strokes," says Semple.
8. First blush Tone down too-bright blush with a touch of foundation. Smooth it over the cheeks with a soft brush, says Eddie Maleterre, official makeup artist for L'Oréal Paris in Canada.
9. Root matter Between salon visits, camouflage regrowth with coloured hair mascara, says Claire. "Pinch strands of your hair, section by section, and apply colour using small, light strokes." Or, just pull your hair back with a headband -- they're still a hot accessory!
10. Faux glow Didn't exfoliate before applying self-tanner? "Even out
blotchiness with a body scrub -- anything with granules in it -- and then apply body makeup," says Wencel. Smooth on Rimmel Sun Shimmer Sexy Legs Instant Tan ($10) and blend well.
11. Dry spell Powder kills shine -- but too much of it will make your skin appear dry and dehydrated. "Moisten a tissue with water and pat it over your forehead, cheekbones and chin," says Maleterre. Or, spritz with Vichy Laboratoires Thermal Spa Water ($12 for 150 mL).
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