Beauty Expert: We Answer a Bunch of Your Burning Beauty and Skincare Questions!

Q: Besides using wipes or starting over, is there another way to fix make-up faux pas?

A: Wipes can get a tad messy as they’re soaked in solution—and you might end up ruining your make-up more if you don’t get it right. The biggest artists in the biz swear by make-up sponges. Beauty Blenders, the cult beauty tool’s mini versions, make it super easy to target the area you want to fix without further ruining your base. If you’re looking for a cheaper quick fix, take a cotton swap and dip it in a some moisturiser to fix a liner gone wild or wipe off mascara smudges.

Q: I’ve heard sheet masks are perfect for a girl on the go. Is there any mask that can refresh tired skin and leave me with a glow?

A: Try an oxygenating mask with charcoal—it’ll draw out impurities and leave your skin clean and refreshed. If you want luminous skin, go for the Innisfree It’s Real Squeeze Mask in
Manuka Honey—it not only hydrates and nourishes skin, it also leaves it glossy and plump.

Q: I’ve used all kinds of creams and serums, but I’m still struggling to correct the redness on my face. What am I doing wrong?

A: For instant relief, buy a calming serum that contains neurosensine or niacinamide—soothing ingredients that help reduce redness while also easing irritation. When applying make-up, make sure you use a colour-correcting primer like the NYX Professional Makeup Studio Perfect Primer in Green under your foundation—it’ll neutralise the redness on your face and give you an even skin tone.

Q: I have uneven lashes, how can I make them look longer and thicker?

A: Our eyelashes never grow evenly, hence you’ll notice some hairs are considerably shorter than the others. What you need is a tool that coats every single lash evenly and precisely. The all-new Hourglass Curator Lash Instrument has a stainless steel tip with no bristles, just tiny ridges that pick up product and glide it right on to your lashes—
defining and separating even the smallest hairs from root to tip in a single stroke, leaving you with longer, fuller lashes.