Work Makeup: Here Are the Best Tips!

Whether you're going to the office, working in a store, or attending online meetings from home, the right business makeup ensures you look well-groomed and professional. Makeup truly contributes to your presence in the workplace. Several studies have shown that women who wear makeup are perceived as more professional and competent than women without it. Curious about the best makeup for work? We're here to advise you!

Work makeup starts with a good canvas

Whether it's your daily makeup or your work makeup: it all starts with well-cared-for skin! One of the best makeup tips is to start by cleansing your skin. Then, apply a good moisturizer. day cream and eye cream Skincare is essential, whether you're working from home or not! Click here for beautiful, healthy skin in 5 steps .

Should you wear foundation to work or not?

We often hear it: “I don't wear foundation, it looks so unnatural!” That's a shame, because the right foundation Evens out your skin tone beautifully without covering it completely. This instantly gives you a fresh and healthy look. If you're working in person, you don't want a thick layer on your face. For a natural makeup look, it's best to choose a foundation with light to medium coverage, such as Blèzi Natural Perfection 2-in-1 Foundation & Concealer . You can apply this very easily and quickly with your fingers or our Foundation Brush Apply. Blend the foundation well along your jawline and hairline so there's no visible transition. Working from home online? Makeup for Zoom meetings can be a little more opaque. You can also apply your foundation with a slightly more opaque finish.

Workday-proof

To set everything and prevent your foundation or concealer from settling into fine lines or smudging, apply over your face and eyelids Silky Powder It also reduces the appearance of your pores, wrinkles, and blemishes. Your skin instantly looks naturally even, and your makeup is absolutely workday-ready. Use a large makeup brush ( powder brush ) to apply the face powder.

Camera makeup tips: concealer is your best friend!

After applying your foundation, you may still see some imperfections such as redness, blemishes, and dark circles. Normally, this isn't a big deal, but they're extra visible on camera during video chats. For a video call, concealer So, your best friend! It instantly evens out all imperfections. Preferably use a liquid foundation, as a stick or powder can quickly look dry and cakey, especially under your eyes. Choose a slightly lighter shade than your skin tone. You don't need much; a little concealer is enough. Apply the product to the areas you want to cover and then gently pat with your finger to blend the concealer in with the foundation.

Blush & business makeup

A little bit blush Blush on your cheeks works wonders and is a must-have for your work makeup. Blush gives your face shape, color, and makes you look fresh. On camera during a video call, your face will look flatter and your contours less visible. So, you can apply blush a little more liberally. A peach or pink blush (without glitter!) gives a fresh, natural look. Do you have tanned skin? Then you can use a bit more color, such as Blush 50 Miracle Pink . Work the blush upwards towards your temples if you have a round face, and towards your ears if you have a longer face. Blèzi Blush is multifunctional; you can also use it as eyeshadow! Perfect if you don't have much time to apply your work makeup.

Zooming? Don't forget your eyebrows!

With an eyebrow gel, you can easily color and shape your eyebrows. This gives your face a strong look—exactly what you need for work makeup. Your eyebrows are less visible on video, so this step is a must! But be careful: don't make them too dark, as this can make you appear stern. Blèzi Brow Colour 'n Fix The colored gel comes out of the holes in the brush. Just brush your eyebrow hairs upward for the perfect color and hold. Easy!

Eye makeup for work

What kind of makeup do you need to make your eyes pop? Three things: eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara. With a eyeliner Creates a more open look and makes your eyes appear larger. In terms of color, you can choose whatever you like and feel comfortable with. There's no golden rule! Bold eyeshadow, a smoky eye, or glitter eyeshadow are great for a night out, but not suitable for work. For the best effect, apply the eyeliner above your eye from the outer corner inward, creating a line that gradually tapers from thicker to thinner. Also, apply the pencil between your lashes to make them appear fuller. Next, apply one or two shades of eyeshadow, blending the eyeshadow thoroughly. You can also draw a line along the bottom of your eye. Again, apply this from the outer corner inward, but stop at the center of your eye, not all the way to the inner corner. This gives your eyes a more beautiful shape.

Make up tips for mascara

As said: also mascara It's an absolute must-have for business makeup. It instantly makes your eyes look wide-awake, bright, and refreshed. Whether you're working from home or going to work, mascara is always a good choice.

To apply, proceed as follows:

• • Applying multiple layers will give you extra full and long lashes.
  • Wait between coats until they are almost dry, as this will allow you to create extra full and long lashes.
  • Make a zigzag motion to optimally cover all lashes.
  • Don't forget the hairs at the ends of your eyes: if you give them an extra layer of mascara, you create an optical lifting effect.

Can red lipstick be worn at work?

Wearing makeup at work is good for your self-confidence and your presence in the workplace. But does the same apply to lipstick? A bright red lipstick isn't always appropriate. But if you work in a creative field or are in a trendy store, a vibrant lip color is perfectly fine!

A lipstick Lip makeup completes your look and makes it look very polished. If you want to play it safe, softer nude shades are highly recommended. However, nude lipsticks look too pale on camera, and darker colors can come across as too harsh. If you're applying makeup for a video call, choose a fresh color like a pink or red shade that's a bit brighter. Try Lip Fix 45 Breezy Red or 65 Plump Pink but once…

The best light for makeup

Whatever work makeup you choose, pay close attention to the lighting when applying it. Apply your makeup for work, preferably in daylight. If it's still dark, ensure the light is as natural and even as possible. Artificial light is often very yellow and can be quite misleading, leading you to apply too much makeup or choose colors that don't complement each other well.

Extra tips for makeup at work

Makeup and work go hand in hand, as long as you choose long-lasting makeup products. You won't have to worry about your makeup during the day – and your boss will appreciate that!

Looking presentable is crucial in the workplace. But of course, there are always days when you look a little more tired than others. Check out our blog post, " How do I look less tired? " It's packed with tips to help you appear fresh and radiant (at work).

Working online? Always position your camera at eye level. This way, you'll avoid awkward shadows, double chins, or bags under your eyes. Also, always face the light, not behind you. Not enough light? Add an extra lamp near your screen or sit as close to a window as possible. With these clever makeup tips for work, you can't go wrong, right?

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