The Biggest Makeup Mistakes You Could Be Making, According to Major Makeup Artists

Putting On Too Much Foundation

Maybelline New York lead makeup artist Grace Lee routinely sees people layering on too much foundation. “It makes me crazy when people with good skin put on a mask of foundation,” she says. “Foundation should enhance skin and cover blemishes, not act as a full-on mask.” Lee suggests making sure you’re blending and sheering out your foundation each time you apply it. “It’s important to apply a thin layer and then build on where you need extra coverage,” she continues. “The Maybelline New York Fit Me! Foundation is perfect for this because it gives a beautiful skin-like finish but still covers where needed.” 

Buying the Wrong Products Because of Social Media Pressure 

Urban Decay global makeup artist Steve Kassajikan says that the biggest makeup mistake he sees clients making is buying makeup because it looks good on others, even if it doesn’t suit their skin type. “A certain foundation or concealer that works for one person might not work for another based on their skin type and needs,” he says. “Whether your skin is oily, dry or acne-prone makes a big difference on how makeup will sit on your face and look once applied.” Instead, Kassajikan recommends treating your skin like skin by focusing on target areas that need coverage. “The Urban Decay Stay Naked Foundation is great for building coverage, so you can choose where and how much you want,” he adds.