How To Stop Your Mascara Running And Smudging
Do you find that your mascara often flakes, runs or smudges resulting in a ‘panda-eye’ look? Here are our top 5 tips for keeping your mascara in place all day…
Oil from the skin around your eyes can penetrate your mascara and cause it to melt, so you should always start your makeup routine with clean and dry skin
If you have naturally oily skin, ensure that the skincare you use is formulated to neutralise excess oil
Face moisturisers typically contain naturally derived, hydrating oils. This can cause problems if it is applied too soon before beginning your eye makeup
The first thing you might consider is applying your daily moisturiser long before you begin your makeup application. Apply your skincare first thing in the morning, then if you can, leave at least 30 minutes between your skincare and makeup
A finely-milled translucent powder finishes off what your primers started. It acts as a seal on top of any liquid makeup products and prevents them from budging.
Your foundation and under eye concealer contain nourishing oils to keep your complexion looking plump and hydrated, but these products don't mix well with mascara and can break down its structure
Setting the makeup under your eyes with translucent powder will stop it from penetrating your mascara and causing your eyes to run. Apply a light dusting of Translucent Powder with a large fluffy brush after your base makeup
If you find that your mascara flakes onto your under eye area, applying translucent powder there will also 'catch' the mascara and help you to gently brush those flakes away without them smudging
This tip may sound a little obvious, but try not to touch or rub your eyes during the day!
The skin on your fingertips contain lots of natural oils, plus external pollutants which can break down the structure of your mascara
Often we rub at our eyes or pick at our eyelashes without even noticing, so try to be aware of your face-touching habits throughout the day. Once you're aware of how much you touch your eye area, you are better positioned to stop yourself in your tracks. You'll notice the difference in your eye makeup's longevity!
