How to disguise pimples
Most people have had to deal with spots problems of some scale in their lives as adolescents or adults. Pimples -- sometimes called spots or bumps -- are small skin legions or inflammation of the skin that occurs when the skin's pores become obstructed or infected with bacteria. Dealing with spots can cause even the most confident of people to become self-conscious. Whether you are experiencing a great deal of spots or just the occasional breakout, the best way to disguise pimples is with a concealer under your usual makeup. Maintaining a regular skin regime can help prevent pimples altogether. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Concealer
- Cleanser
- Toner or skin purifier
- Foundation
- Cotton buds
- Makeup brush
Instructions
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Prepare your skin. It is important, before you even contemplate any techniques to hide your pimples, that you cleanse your face thoroughly, dry it and apply a toner or skin purifier to the affected area. It is vital to use a good toner that can penetrate the pores and help eradicate excessive oils on the skin. Be sure to use a clean cotton wool ball to prevent spreading bacteria to unaffected parts of your face. Allow the toner to dry before moisturising your face as usual.
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Apply a small amount of concealer directly onto the pimples. Opt for a liquid or cream concealer but select the shade that closely matches your skin tone to get the most natural look. Using a cotton-tipped makeup applicator or cotton bud, dab the concealer on the pimples and let it set. With a clean cotton bud or brush, blend the concealer from the edges of the spots onto the rest of the skin until you have achieved an even tone. To help heal blemishes, consider using a medicated concealer.
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Finish by applying translucent powder to the affected areas. This will make the edges of the bumps look smoother and the skin flawless. For smaller spots and blemishes, dabbing a concealer and translucent powder is often enough to camouflage pimples. But more prominent pimples may need a further application of makeup, in which case you can apply a light coat of foundation using a clean sponge. You can obtain disposable sponges from your local chemist or cosmetic shop.
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Tips & Warnings
Pimples are also thought to be hereditary. The face, chest, back, shoulders and arms are the most susceptible parts of your body to pimples. They can form for a variety of reasons, mainly when the sebaceous glands, which are found at the bottom of hair follicles, become overactive. Depending on the severity of the problem, pimples can appear in many forms (predominantly on the face) including blackheads, whiteheads, pustules and cysts. Cysts, which are filled with pus, are the most noticeable and usually painful.
References
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