8 Makeup Tips for Powerful Presence
“When you feel good about how you look in the mirror, and you go to work, I believe that the confidence that it gives you is worth everything,” says successful makeup artist Bobbi Brown.
Beauty is not just a thing of vanity these days, but a necessity for making a powerful presence, whether you are at a party or your workplace. Working women need to be more careful when choosing their office makeup routine because it must be long-lasting, subtle, and impressive. As Bobbi Brown believes that you should wear makeup that makes you feel confident without getting in the way of your job.
A study conducted by researchers at Boston University and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute found that women who don a “professional” amount of makeup in the office were regarded as “capable, reliable, and amiable,” and ultimately, “more competent” than those women who shunned the use of it.
Today, the market is flooded with zillion makeup producsometimestime it becomes a bit tricky to choose the right products and worthy ones. Putting your best face forward certainly pumps up your confidence but the right products which are safe for long-term usage and won’t lead to an outbreak are equally important.
You don’t need a lot of products, and ideally, it shouldn’t be too time-consuming. We are here to clear all your doubts by telling you exactly what your office makeup essentials should look like.
Start with Cleansing and Moisturizing:
Use your favourite cleanser or simply splash some lukewarm water all over your face to wash away any dead skin on your skin. Lukewarm water will open up pores and let moisturizer penetrate deep into the skin. Quickly give a 10-second message with your cream to hydrate and soothe your skin. Now, your flawless canvas is ready for makeup.
Lightweight Foundation or BB/CC Cream:
Less is more when it comes to foundation. Make sure the shade matches you perfectly. Cakey or unnatural shade in the well-lit office setting makes skin look layered and it will break the look. Light coverage is perfect to wear daily. The idea is to cover the spots and give an even tone to your skin. Don’t forget to carry it in your handbag for those quick touch-ups.
Concealer:
Conceal If required, as they say. If you’re the one blessed with glowing and fab skin and no dark circles then you can skip this step. If you have some blemishes or hyperpigmentation and late-night panda eyes, just dab some with your fingers. The heat of fingers will help blend the concealer to give a more real and natural finish. Set the under-eyes and the crevices of your nose with some powder to make sure the concealer stays put throughout the day.
Blush for that natural Flush:
Now that your base is in place, apply a soft pink or neutral-coloured blush to the apple of your pretty cheeks. This small yet essential office makeup step enhances your features and gives you a sophisticated and formal look.
Eyeliner:
A subtle soft line on your eyelids makes your beautiful eyes more beautiful. But remember thick black glittery eyeliner is for a girl’s night out. A precise line will make your face appear neater and give major boss lady vibes. Finish off the eye look with a dash of mascara if you want, but ensure it doesn’t look clumpy.
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Let your lips do the talking:
The makeup feels incomplete without a lip colour, isn’t it? Outline your lips for a more defined lip-line. You want a colour that is not too loud and over the top, again not too pale, ely not a lip gloss. Nudes, soft pinks and browns are good options for work efforts. Dark lip colour can make a polished statement but find the right balance between laud and bold.
Choosing the right texture of the lipstick is also vital, matte lipsticks can make your lips appear dry, glossy lipsticks can also bleed and the colour can spread, in case your hair comes in contact with it. Don’t forget to carry that tiny baby with you for a quick touch-up after meals.
Nail polish:
All you nail art lovers, hold your horses and wait for weekends to come. Because glittery and bedazzled nails have no place in the office. You wouldn’t want people to recognize you by the kind of nails you wear to work, would you? Manicured, neat and filed nails show sophistication. Choose shades like light pinks, browns and neutrals because these colours go with almost every outfit so changing nail colour every day will not be a problem and of course, they look good too. However, if you work in a creative environment like the media or fashion industry, you can always opt for fun colours like reds, yellows and all fun.
Smell fresh, always:
When it comes to wearing perfume at work, it's wise to choose carefully. Some offices ban fragrance entirely, out of sensitivity to employees with allergies to scent. So, check your workplace's policy first. it's important to choose a light scent that won't annoy or overpower your co-workers. Maintain your professional attitude with fragrance notes like fresh floral and delicately fruity. Please avoid anything too sweet and sensuous in the office.
Some important but underrated tips:
Keep Facial Hair Neat: We humans have facial hair, even beauty icons Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor had them too. So, it is completely normal. But removing facial hair can brighten the look of the skin. This helps makeup go on smoothly and last longer.
Hydrated skin is key to flawless makeup: Dehydration can show up as chapped lips and flaky skin. Hydrated skin will avoid makeup cracks and over-smudging.
Wear products that are comfortable and make it quick: Avoid wearing makeup that will distract you from doing your job. If it’s something you’re constantly going to be conscious of, your actual work will be hampered. You surely don’t have tons of time to spend on frequent touch-ups. So, choose waterproof make-up and develop a quick make-up routine.
Stay true to yourself: last but the most important thing, you are enhancing your beauty with makeup. You don’t need to camouflage to hide something or achieve that magazine beauty standard. Think about the features you feel most confident about and polish them up. It could be fresh, glowing skin, nicely groomed eyebrows, or softly defined eye
Remember, wear your makeup in a way that makes you proud and confident.