Makeup Advice for Teens
From Adviceopedia
If anyone were to count the amount of magazines, Web sites, TV shows and blogs which offer makeup advice for teens, they’d probably run out of numbers. It seems ironic that the one time in your life when you can just let her natural beauty shine through without cosmetic help is the exact time when every cosmetic company on the planet wants to lure you in.
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The Simplest Makeup Advice for Teens
If you’re trying to find a happy medium between your parents’ insistence that you put off wearing makeup and your own desire to improve upon nature, there are a few very basic things you can do to enhance your appearance and not look like a drag queen.
Shaping Your Eyebrows
The easiest and most effective way to naturally and immediately smooth and improve your appearance is to shape your eyebrows. Even the most unglamorous woman imaginable looks better with groomed brows. The basic rule for a well-shaped brow is it should begin in alignment with the center of the nostril and arch over the back third of the eye. Hold a pencil horizontally against the bridge of your nose so that you can easily mark these points. If you’re going to tweeze, do so very slowly and methodically, remembering that less is always more. An over-tweezed brow looks great on a 1930s movie star, but no one else.
Tips for Thin Brows
If your brows are naturally thin or pale, there are also several options for filling them in. Pencils are standard and easy to use, but they can also create an unnatural or greasy look - shop for something light and soft. Instead, brow shadows can result in a softer, more natural appearance. Whichever option you choose, apply the product lightly starting from the inner brow using short strokes. Finish off with a touch of brow gel or even hair gel, if desired.
Improving Your Skin
Most makeup advice for teens focuses on the skin, which makes sense considering the desire of teens to cover blemishes. However, remember that what you do to your skin now will affect its appearance your whole life, so you’re better off treating it gently and respecting it with good products. Even blemished skin can look cared for with the right regimen. If you’re suffering bad acne, consult with a dermatologist to determine what sort of cleansing and cosmetic products will best suit your skin.
Should You Use Foundation?
Try to resist the temptation to indulge in foundation. If you have redness, pursue natural remedies. A bit of Visine on a cotton swab can fade the redness of a zit, while rubbing your face with a strawberry can reduce overall redness and even out your complexion.
A Good Shine on Your Lips
Unless your lips are very pale, you probably don’t need lipstick yet, at least not every day. But it’s never too soon to start protecting your lips with a nice gloss that combines sunscreen and vitamins. For daytime, a clear gloss is preferable. It enhances your natural color with a bit of shine. On an evening out, try something with a hint of color, but keep it subtle. Depending on your skin tone, pale pinks and browns will usually be prettiest.
Lash Out Lightly with Mascara
While mascara is a lot of fun to play with, you’re better off with clear mascara for daytime. The idea is just to enhance your eyes, give them some glow and open them up. Even if you’re dating and want to look glamorous, you shouldn’t use dark mascara yet. Stick to lighter browns or even blues, as these will better allow your natural beauty and healthy lashes to shine.
Curling your Lashes
An easy eye pick up with no makeup is found in an eyelash curler. Be careful with a metal wand so near your delicate eyes, but if used cautiously, a curler will give your eyes the appearance of mascara – without wearing any actual makeup.
Your Lovely Subtle Self
It’s impossible to ignore all the makeup advice for teens that you see twenty times a day, but try to bear in mind that a subtle look will always be the most attractive. Moreover, many cosmetics have cancer-causing ingredients and can be harmful to the environment. Take the time to seek out more natural, organic cosmetics, stick to the mantra of less being more, and don’t forget that a healthy face is the most beautiful of all.
