31 Makeup Mistakes You Didn't Know You Were Making

Forget everything you learned about applying blush to the apples of your cheek. You don't want to walk around looking like a clown. Instead, Real Simple suggested using the center of your eye as a guide, brush upward along your cheekbone for the best look.

When the temperatures rise, your natural makeup can end up being less than fresh. According to Redbook, storing your makeup in the refrigerator will prevent it from spoiling, particularly they're made with natural and organic ingredients

Stop making that half moon shape under your eye with your concealer. Cosmopolitan suggested you make a triangular shape under your eye instead, as it will help brighten your eyes.

According to Redbook, pre-moisturizing your lips helps your color last longer. Apply pawpaw ointment or a light facial moisturizer to your lips, and let it set as you prepare the rest of your makeup. It will help you achieve a nice, long-lasting, even coat of color on your lips.

Dark, heavy lip liner can make you look a lot older, according to Real Simple. Instead, choose lip liner that either matches your lipstick or is closer to the natural color of your lips.

Total Beauty noted that you should avoid wearing more than three eye shadow colors at a time on your lids. At most, you should use a medium color on the lid, a lighter shade closer to the brow bone, and a dark color as a liner to create the best look.

According to HuffPost, too much translucent powder can settle into your facial lines and make your face look white and cakey. Apply light powder only where you need it and, if you have oily skin, be sure to blot first.

Applying eyeliner only to the lower eyelid can drag your face down and make your eyes look even smaller. According to Real Simple, you should apply your eyeliner to both the upper and lower lids, close to the eyelashes. Then smudge gently with a small brush to give your eyes a softer look.

This is a makeup no-no. According to Total Beauty, penciling your eyebrows makes them look unnatural. Try using eyeshadow that matches the color of your hair on your brows for a more natural look.

It may seem logical to apply concealer to the problem areas of your face before your foundation, but you may be doing more harm than good. Cosmopolitan suggested you put your foundation on first, which will lead to much less concealer.

Avoid the temptation to apply eye shadow with shimmer across your entire lid. According to Reader's Digest, the glitter can often find it's way into the creases of your eyelids and draw more attention to any wrinkles you may have. Instead, apply the shimmery shadow to the inner corner of your eyes only.

Having well-groomed eyebrows is almost as important as having good makeup. As Total Beauty advised, you should tweeze the overgrown hairs and follow the natural arch of your brows to give them their best shape.

Unless you're a rockstar, black eyeliner during the day can be a bit harsh. According to Total Beauty, it's better to choose a lighter color that will help make your eyes look more awake.

Wearing foundation in the wrong shade is not a good look. To make sure you've got the color right, Reader's Digest recommended you test the product on your face rather than your hand. The color should match your skin color even before you blend it in.

When trying to conceal a blemish, don't just dab your makeup on top. According to The Zoe Report, you should dab concealer around the entire blemish to allow the product to blend in with the rest of your face.

If you have short, straight eyelashes, it can make your eyes can look tired. To give them some life, Marie Claire advised you curl your lashes for at least 30 seconds. Then seal the deal with mascara for photo-ready eyes that will get plenty of likes.

Don't be fooled by those bright department store lights. According to WebMD, natural light is best when testing foundation When you're at the makeup counter, ask to borrow a hand mirror and try to go near the window, if possible.

If you're pulling your eye back when applying your eyeliner, you should stop. Besides increasing your risk of drawing an uneven line, stretching your skin this way can break down the elasticity around the eye, as Redbook mentioned. Use a Post-It to create a DIY stencil that will help you draw the perfect wing.

Even if you're getting ready for a special occasion, it is possible to overdo it with metallic makeup. As Allure suggested, when putting on your face, you should choose no more than two features to highlight with metallic makeup.

Having soft lips is important to make sure your lipstick goes on smooth and even, particularly if you are wearing a matte or bold lipstick color. As Brit + Co pointed out, it's important to use a lip scrub at least once a week to remove dead skin.

You may think that pumping your mascara wand inside of the tube can help you get the right amount. However, as Cosmopolitan mentioned, this action pushes air inside of the tube and can introduce bacteria. It's best to scrape the wand on the inside of the tube and pull it out on an angle.

Your eyebrows don't have to match your hair color perfectly. If you have light hair, your brows should be a couple of shades darker. Those with dark hair, should opt for brows that are one or two shades lighter, as Women's Health suggested.

Before you begin your makeup routine, you want to make sure you start with the perfect palette. Using primer on your skin before applying your foundation can keep oily skin from looking too shiny, as HuffPost mentioned.

Dark lip colors can make your lips look smaller. To give the appearance of nice full lips, stay away from the burgundies and browns and opt for a lipstick or gloss in a more vibrant color, according to Oprah. Pinks and vibrant reds are best.

Starting with a dry sponge is bad for your makeup routine. According to The Zoe Report, you should dampen your makeup sponge before you use it to help your makeup go on smooth and easier.

One of the easiest ways to ruin your perfect smokey eye is to blend your shadow with the same brush you used to apply. Because the brush already has residual shadow on it, you'll be adding more shadow where you don't need it. Instead, do your blending with a clean, fluffy brush, as Women's Health suggested.

Forget using that flat brush to apply your foundation. You may be causing streaks in your makeup. As Women's Health recommended, you should apply your foundation with a large duo fibre brush in a circular motion to get the best look.

Save the waterproof mascara for the beach or your best friend's wedding. As Minq pointed out, ingredients in the product can dry out your luscious lashes. And with all of the effort required to take it off, you may find yourself loosing more lashes than you'd like to.

When applying your foundation, don't stop at the jawline. Be sure to blend foundation to the neck to create a naturally seamless look, according to Brit + Co.

You may want to give yourself a sun-kissed look, but don't spread bronzer all over your face. WebMD noted that you should apply around the perimeter of your face, dust across the forehead, the bridge of the nose, and across the chin.

Curl your lashes before you apply eyeliner or mascara to achieve a natural-looking curl, as The Everygirl mentioned. Waiting to curl after applying your mascara can result in smudging and leaving kinks in your fresh mascara.