“How To Choose The
Right Mascara In Every Situation”

     Mascara can be the trickiest makeup to apply. The goal, of course, is to enhance your lashes so your eyes seem bigger and brighter without evidence of loads of mascara.

     But mascara wands tend to be thick.

     If you apply it with a heavy hand, you'll end up with spider tentacles. The most important rule: Don't rush! Take your time to avoid clumping.

     Mascara is one of the most essential and versatile makeup products: It can be worn alone for a subtle effect, or combined with other makeup for striking and noticeable results.

     In choosing a mascara, you need to pay particular attention to the size of the mascara brush; the fuller and longer your lashes, the thicker the brush you need.

     By contrast, if you have short or sparse lashes best results will be achieved with a smaller short-bristled brush. A small brush also penetrates the innermost and outermost lashes effectively.

     A teardrop-shaped brush helps curl your lashes.

     Next, decide whether you would prefer to use waterproof or water-soluble mascara.

     Water-soluble is easier to remove without eye makeup remover, thus minimizing the amount of rubbing around the eyes, which can lead to saggy skin.

     Waterproof mascara is a better choice for athletes.

     If you have very oily skin, it is better to wear weatherproof rather than waterproof mascara. Waterproof mascara is soluble in oil and may start running if in contact with any oiliness from the skin.

     Choose a mascara color according to your hair color; brunettes should use black to bring out their eyes, but brown mascara will have a more natural effect on fair-haired women.

     Avoid choosing colored mascara if it is to be worn with a conservative outfit or in the workplace. However, if you're planning to wear it for a fun evening out, feel free to get creative with different colors.

     Pay attention to the texture of the mascara itself. A thick mascara suits those with long and voluminous lashes, while a lighter more liquid mascara works better on fine and short lashes.

     If you have dark circles under your eyes, do not apply mascara on the lower lashes but focus on the upper lashes instead.

     Generally, unless you have absolutely no visible line at all, I don't recommend mascara for the lower lashes; aside from the possibility that it can drop down and smear under the eye, it can also give you a cartoon-like, Olive Oyl look.

     If you must, though, apply sparingly, directing the brush downward from inner to outer edge.

     If your lashes are long and strong, only one coat of mascara should be needed to enhance them.

     But if your lashes are thin at the tips then you need to do slightly more work on them. But they would benefit from a good quality mascara- this will help to protect them.

     For very thin or fragile lashes, it is best to apply an extra coat; this should be one that is hypoallergenic, fiber-free and unfragranced.

     Hypoallergenic mascaras are formulated to reduce the odds of triggering an allergic reaction.

     Fragrances are known to be the most aggressive allergy causing components in cosmetics, so they are excluded from hypoallergenic formulas.

     In some people, ingredients other than fragrances may create problems. Testing is always a good idea to avoid puffy, watery eyes.

     Apply a small amount of mascara to the back of your ear. If the area does not get inflamed or itchy after a few hours, the product is probably safe for your eyes.

     Mascara is just one of many different elements that will compose your look and enhance your beauty.

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     Sarah Jane

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