I put on my makeup in the morning and went out radiantly, but in the afternoon, my whole complexion turned grayish yellow, my eyeliner was blurred, my blush disappeared, and my lip makeup was mottled. It was a bit horrible. But looking at the makeup of female stars, they look fresh all day long. Although they have a styling team behind them, sometimes it`s not that you don`t know how to make up, but that the distance between you and the makeup artist lies in making good use of makeup tools . Speaking of it, the Cotton Swab is almost a must-have beauty tool for every professional makeup artist in the makeup process. Don't look at it as inconspicuous, but it is very useful. It can not only help acne concealer, but also be used to draw eyeliner, etc. Wait, use it as a make-up auxiliary tool, and the cotton swab is a good tool for removing residual makeup and touch-up makeup! Believe it or not, this small tool is the secret magic weapon in the handbag of Hollywood female stars. The well-known makeup artist Alex Babsky said that every time he finished makeup for Sarah Jessica Parker, he would put a few in her handbag Make-up cotton swabs (especially Japanese-style pointed cotton swabs), because they can precisely adjust the makeup. Makeup master Charlotte Tilbury also said that she often makes Sienna Miller carry a cotton swab in her handbag. In addition to pushing away the smudged eyeliner, it can also apply concealer locally, and can handle some subtle positions . Although the cotton swab is small, it is very useful. A well-known Korean makeup artist taught everyone how to use cotton swabs on social platforms. This cotton swab alone can make makeup more detailed, especially when makeup is removed, and it can also quickly touch up makeup. ! Tip 1: Touch up makeup in a small area The average makeup artist will pack a few cotton swabs in a zipper bag or toilet paper in their carry-on cosmetic bag. When going out, they can quickly modify or touch up makeup. First, use a cotton swab to dip an appropriate amount of lotion or cream Use a circular motion to apply on areas that have lost makeup, such as the nose, corners of the mouth, or under the eyes, to easily clean up residual makeup. If there is some peeling phenomenon, just use a cotton swab dipped in cream to gently draw a circle, and it can be removed. Because the lotion is on the cotton swab, it also has a moisturizing effect, and you can directly add air cushion powder or powder to complete makeup. Tip 2: Partial concealer In addition to touch-ups, makeup artists also recommend using cotton swabs to conceal blemishes. First use your fingers to flatten the cotton tip of the cotton swab, then dip a little air cushion or concealer, and then use a stamp to cover the acne directly. Here I would like to remind everyone that you should hold the cotton swab vertically with your hands, choose the flat top, and "tap" the acne like a seal, and spread slightly from the center of the acne to the outside, and the acne can be covered naturally up. Tip 3: Make eyeliner softer Sometimes the eyeliner is not thin enough, or you don`t know how to draw the eyeliner to the end of the eye. You can also use a cotton swab to help. Doesn`t it sound amazing? It is also very simple to operate. First, flatten the cotton on the top of the cotton swab, then use the flat head to gently press the drawn eyeliner, and pull it a little to make the eyeliner elongated and the line more delicate. In addition, use cotton The eyeliner pulled out by the stick also does not appear sharp, and the whole person looks softer. If you want to draw a more detailed eyeliner, the makeup artist also shared a little tip with you, that is, to flatten the cotton swab, apply a little air cushion or concealer, and modify the thick eyeliner. The last pull can make the eyeliner more detailed. Tip 4: Draw smudged lip makeup After painting the lipstick, if you don't like a more distinct lip line, you can first use a cotton swab to transition back and forth around the lip line to make the lipstick smudge more naturally. The key point is to use a cotton swab to gently wipe down the front of the lip, so that there is no excess lipstick on the outside of the lips, and it is done! Then you can use a cotton swab to dip some air cushion powder or concealer, and use the same method to slightly blur the edges of the lips. In addition to making the lipstick show the soft focus of dyed lips, it can also solve the dullness around the lips The problem. Tip 5: Deep cleansing of blackheads and acne Next is the deep cleansing and maintenance technique that makeup artists often use for granular acne or blackheads. First, pour out the cleansing oil, soak it with a cotton swab, and then apply it to areas that are prone to acne or blackheads, such as the nose, Apply a little force to the chin and chin, and massage in a "circle" with a cotton swab. Then emulsify with water and wash your face completely. After washing, you will feel that the skin has a deep cleansing feeling, and the acne or blackheads will become relatively clean. It can also be used as a first aid before makeup to make acne a little cleaner. Although the cotton swab is small, it has many uses. Have you got it yet?
