Make Up When Sick?

Mar 3, 2015

Jillian S.

So I'm a bit run down and sick, but have uni this week.

So I was wondering if anyone had any tips on make up that will make me look fresh and awake, instead of a zombie! Pictures would be great! Thanks :)

Mar 3, 2015

Kayla Marie W.

When I'm sick, I stick to the basics. If I really need to look presentable, I'll usually wear mascara, a tinted moisturizer, powder, a natural looking blush, and I'll fill in my eyebrows.

That being said, if you feel like wearing more than just the basics, then I'd suggest adding a nice highlight to your cheekbones to give your face some life. A nude or even a white liner on the waterline can make you look much more awake. If you feel like eyeshadow, a nice light shimmery color on the lid and a matte brown in the crease is the most simple yet fresh look. And some sort of tinted lip balm would finish it all off nicely.

Hope you feel better!

Mar 3, 2015

Gabby M.

Honestly I hate wearing makeup when I'm sick, since I'll probably be rubbing my nose/eyes etc, so what I do is make my hair& outfit really nice (straighten or curl your hair, wear something warm& comfy so maybe an oversize sweater a big scarf and leggings) and if you want make up I'd just do mascara and lip gloss :)

Mar 3, 2015

Jillian S.

Thanks guys :) I think I'll try to go for glowy skin and maybe a waterproof mascara?

Mar 3, 2015

Chels M.

When I am sick and have to go somewhere I usually just wear the garnier bb cream or just a concealer where I have redness and then a light powder so it doesn't go anywhere. for mascara I just use the cover girl lash extreme, only one coat. you can use a waterproof mascara but it can be a pain taking it off, especially when you're sick. I then just put a lip balm on and it feels a little better :)

Mar 3, 2015

Alex W.

When I feel run down or ill, concealer is my best friend for making me look alive, blush for some colour, and lots of mascara to open my eyes more.

Mar 3, 2015

Denisee M.

When I feel sick , I wear my Maybelline bb cream , eyeliner , mascara , fill in my eyebrows. a bit of blush and lip balm and curl my eyelashes.

Mar 3, 2015

Ashley V.

I'm actually sick right now, lol. But what I'm wearing is the Garnier Tinted Rollerball under my eyes, it's really cooling and brightens! A tinted moisturizer to even out my complexion then I just use a face powder to set my face and lock everything in. A bronze/gold cream shadow on the lids, mascara and eyeliner. And then a light pink tinted lip balm 💋

Mar 3, 2015

Jillian S.

Erin and Ashley, it sucks! I hope we all get better soon! Haha
Erin, you don't need mascara? You must have some amazing eyelashes! I've got long, blonde eyelashes, so you can't really see them if I don't wear it, haha

Mar 3, 2015

Jillian S.

Thanks for the tips guys! I think tinted moisturiser it is! And concealer!

Mar 3, 2015

Kaysey L.

Tinted moisturizer is a great choice. It will even out your skin tone but also give you the hydration you need. A dehydrated face on top of being sick can really make you look under the weather and tired!

Mar 3, 2015

Shanae J.

Bb cream, powder, color corrector, concealer, mascara.

Mar 4, 2015

Ariana G.

Chels suggestion sounds perfect :) With a little blush and highlight to bring life to your face as well and you're good to go. And Gabby is right on the outfit.