How to Cover Spider Veins
Spider veins are small, thin bluish or red veins that sometimes form in clusters. They are found most often on the legs. They generally are not painful and are not a health risk. They are, however, unattractive and can cause women to be self conscious. They are most obvious on fair skinned women. Using a self-tanner or airbrush stockings is an effective solution, but for those women who do not want to change their skin tone, makeup can do a great job at concealing these unsightly blemishes. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Tinted primer or base
- Opaque concealer
- Makeup sponge
- Concealer brush
- Powder
Instructions
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Cover spider veins with makeup
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Find a concealer that is heavy enough to provide opaque coverage and that matches your skin tone. These are typically found in beauty or major department stores. Dermablend is a well-known brand.
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Select a formula that is suited for your lifestyle. Waterproof body concealers are available. These cover well and remain on under a variety of conditions.
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Apply a primer or base with a faint greenish cast before your concealer if your veins are very dark. This can neutralize the purplish color of the veins and help the concealer to be more effective. It also can help the makeup to go on more smoothly and stay on better.
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Put on your concealer using a makeup sponge or concealer brush. Use a dabbing motion to blend the makeup into your skin. Do not use your fingers, as the oils on your fingers can affect the formula.
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Lightly fan the edges of the made up area with the brush to blend the concealer. Do not brush over the center of the area. Let the makeup set.
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Repeat with additional layers of concealer until coverage is at the desired level. Let each layer dry between applications.
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Finish with a dusting of powder to set the makeup. This will prevent it from wearing off or rubbing off onto clothing.
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Tips & Warnings
For the most natural effect, always use thin layers of makeup and build the coverage layer by layer. Using a single thick layer tends to result in poor blending, possible cracking and a cakey appearance. This could end up being more unattractive than the veins themselves.
Do not rely on makeup that you use on your face for proper coverage or for the right skin match. Your skin has different colors and textures on different areas of the body.
