Make-Up Tips for Spectacle Wearers

There are few things worth considering; your eye size/shape, and the type of glasses you wear. So, if you are long-sighted, your spectacles will magnify your eyes and make-up. While those who are short-sighted have the opposite problem; your eyes might look smaller.

It is important to add definition to your eyes because spectacles can obscure your eyes and eyebrows. Below are some helpful hints to enhance your eyes whilst wearing spectacles.

Foundation:

• Under eye area can be brightened with a concealer or a colour corrector. Keep foundation light and matt around nose area where spectacles sit. This helps prevent frames slipping. A setting powder around nose area will ensure greater longevity of foundation.

Eyeliner:

• Colour: Eyeliner is best kept to a dark brown shade or a colour, such as navy. Black can be too harsh. Either a smudged eyeliner or shadow is best. Some people use kohl to line the eyes, it gives a soft silky finish however it is oilier and smudges quickly. Liquid liner can be severe looking. Applying an eyeliner outside the lash line, not the rim, or waterline makes your eyes look larger. As well as being much healthier for your eyes.
• Shape: Your eyebrows are a great frame for your face. Shape and tidy brows, making sure your brows match the size and style of your spectacle frame.

Mascara:

• Use a volumizing mascara instead of a lengthening one. Lengthening mascara can get on your spectacle lenses. An eyelash curler is recommended as they lift your lashes whilst giving a more open eye look. Also preventing lashes from hitting your lenses.

A NON waterproof, smudge proof, flake proof defining mascara is advantageous for the health of your eyes.

Eye make-up and skin care products are now available for people with sensitive eyes. These products are also recommended for contact lens wearers, available through participating dermatologists and optometry practices. For any further information regarding these products, contact us today.