10 Ideas to Keep Your Makeup Like a Professional

How many times have you thrown your cosmetics on the bed because you rushed out to the office? Or do you even carry them in the same bag where you keep your notebooks, wallet, keys, and even food? Just as you make sure your plates and glasses are clean, you should do the same with your makeup. That's why we bring you these simple tips. Start by knowing what you have Take some time to put all your cosmetics on a table, on a plastic bag or a towel; you might find products that aren't even yours or that are empty.   Separate There are products that are surely your daily favorites, others for special occasions, new ones, those you rarely use, and expired ones. Discard the expired ones as they might have bacteria or their texture has changed. Learn to identify when your cosmetics expire   Donate what you haven’t used or won’t use Perhaps on a sale day, you bought a pack of eyeshadows in bright colors that you will never wear, but someone you know will. As long as they are recent and you haven't tried them, gift them to someone who will use them. Check for duplicates Pencils, mascara and eyelash curlers, compact powders, foundations, among others, become essential in our daily lives, so it's not a bad idea to have two of each. For those emergencies when you lose or forget your makeup bag. Repair your broken eyeshadows with these tips Organize them There are various cases you can buy to store your cosmetics; ideally, look for those with several compartments so they don’t mix together. Keep them in your drawer and not on the dresser, where they can be more easily contaminated. Choose only the essentials Many women have more than five different lipsticks, several eyeshadow palettes, powders, and other cosmetics. We recommend putting only what you'll use for the day in your makeup bag that you carry in your purse; why carry more? See how to turn your daytime makeup into evening makeup Try to have a reserved place for your brushes You may notice that some have tangled and dirty hairs, so it's time to wash them with water and shampoo. Remember to do this once a week and store them vertically, with the bristles facing up. Avoid touching them directly If you are going to apply lip balm, for example, which comes in a small jar, it's better to use a brush from your collection. This way, you won't transfer germs from your hand to the container. And of course, always wash your hands well before applying makeup. Take note of how to wash your brushes Do not share them It sounds repetitive, but it's a fact that there is a higher chance of contracting an eye infection, for example, if you exchange delicate products like eyelash curlers, eyeshadows, or eyeliners. Keep them tightly closed Besides increasing the risk of bacteria entering your creams and cosmetics if you leave them open, they could dry out faster or lose their effectiveness on the skin. Also, don’t leave them near a window where they are exposed to sunlight. Follow this step-by-step to apply your foundation