Are you sabotaging your morning makeup routine?

Does your make-up look #onpoint when you apply it at night, but embarrassingly average when you pretty up in the morning?
Whether it’s cakier foundation, runnier eyeliner or faster-fading lip colour, there’s nothing more disheartening than rising early to do your make-up, only to get a lacklustre end result.
The good news? You’re probably just making one or two (easy fixable) morning make-up mistakes.
Here are 7 of the most common mishaps – and how to prevent them:
#1 You apply your make-up in a steamy bathroom
Applying your make-up in a steamy bathroom is a massive make-up no-no. Foundation won’t stay put on your dewy face and let’s be honest, you probably don’t have a great view of your eyeliner application in that foggy mirror. Oh, and one more thing: don’t even think about putting your make-up on before using a hairdryer. Trust us, it’ll melt right off.
Fix: If you must use the bathroom, make sure it’s well-ventilated and that you’ve completely dried off. Alternatively, take your make-up bag outta that sweatbox and set yourself up someplace cooler.
#2 You’re not letting your skin care set
We’ve all been there: you’ve slept through your alarm (again) and now you’re attempting to do your beauty prep in the space of 10 minutes. This is a morning make-up disaster waiting to happen. If you slap on a bevvy of skin products (lotions, serums, etc), then apply your make-up straight after, it’ll slide right off by midday. Like cosmetics, your skin care needs a few minutes to absorb.
Fix: For a quick fix, skip the lotion and use a hydrating spray (we like jane iredale Hydration Spray POMMISST™ and zk'in organic Hydrating Mist) and a moisturising make-up primer (try ulta3 Perfect Balance Primer or INIKA Certified Organic Pure Primer) before dolling up.
#3 You’re in the dark
To put your best face forward, do your make-up in an environment with natural light. Granted, it can be tricky to find a light-filled area on a winter morning, but opening up your blinds will work wonders.
Fix: Apply your make-up anywhere with a sliver of natural light. If your bedroom’s still a bit dark, try the kitchen. It usually delivers the goods!
#4 You’re too heavy-handed with mascara
When it comes to daytime make-up, less is more – and while layering lipstick makes it last longer, the opposite is true of your lashes! Two coats are all you need. Any more, and your quick-drying mascara will get clumpy and leave you with spidery-looking lashes. No, thanks.
The fix: Add extra oomph by curling your lashes before applying mascara. I’m a Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler convert (the QVS CurlWonder ® Eyelash Curler is also pretty good). Once your lashes have some lift, apply two coats of a thickening mascara, such as Lancôme Gradiôise.
#5 You haven’t picked your outfit
When you’re pulling outfits on and off, it’s little wonder your eye make-up gets a bit smeared. And that bare forehead? That’d be the slight sweat you worked up trying on all your shoes. So attractive (not).
The fix: Give your hair and make-up a fighting chance by choosing what to wear the night before. The feeling of satisfaction when you effortlessly slip on that look is worth the trouble. If you simply have to change your top, put on sunglasses before you pull it over your head to protect your eye-make-up. Genius, I know!
Will you be trying any of these morning make-up tips? What other make-up struggles do you need help with?
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82 Member Comments
LOL I'm always rushing in the morning to definitely don't let everything absorb that is probably my issue!
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I'm definitely guilty of not letting my skincare set before putting makeup
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Applying makeup in summer is a hard one.
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Haha if I ever get ready at the gym Its hard to get my make up to set! I have since switched to afternoon exercise! So nice to see the wardrobe from clueless again! That was very cool!! Loved that movie !
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First thing you get dressed then you do your make-up not the other way.
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Good natural lighting is absolutely essential. I always do my makeup in front of a window with plenty of light, using a magnifying mirror because my eyesight isn't that good now. One things for sure - it's easier to see the flaws.
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I try to keep it simple and neutral most days
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These gifs make me crack every time! hahahahahah....luckily did not need any makeup tips for a few weeks (been away in the nature, no need for makeup at all!)
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im very aware of letting skincare soak in
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I am guilty of not letting my skin set, I know when I take my time I get a better result but that extra ten minutes in bed is tempting.
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yup, mascara guilty! And clothing...oh dear
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Not letting my skincare products absorb for long enough before applying foundation is a mistake I've made. It really does negatively affect the end result of your makeup.
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Very interesting article. Love reading things like these. Beauty heaven has some really great informative articles. great piece
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My problem is my hair. No matter how much my makeup looks good, my hair spoils it all.
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No.2 all the time! Yep I agree, I'm always doing it and always getting the sliding makeup. My fix was to get a great Korean primer that is a moisturiser, sunscreen and primer all in one. Cuts out so many steps for me and time when I am in a rush.
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Guilty of #2 as I tend to slap everything on when I'm in a hurry.
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I could let my skincare set a bit longer
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Definitley guilty of not allowing my moisturiser to absorb before applying foundation.
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Pre planning my outfits definitely helps me utilise all the clothes in my wardrobe!
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Two coats of mascara are not enough for my pale eyelashes, even for the daytime.
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Definitely guilty of not picking out my wardrobe the night before, it is a time waster in the morning!
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These are all really handy. I am guilty of putting my makeup on too soon after a hot shower and looking greasy for the rest of the day. I also haven't been waiting long enough for my moisturizer to soak in
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I don't think any of these apply to me, but my makeup ALWAYS does look better at night.
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I swear this article was made for me :|
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