Frequently Asked Questions About Makeup

by Expert Contributors Michele Quinn & Brittany Naab, Owners of Blush Salon

We know makeup can be difficult. There’s so many products and options, and so many tutorials! How can you know which will work best for you? Here are some common questions we get about fixing your look!

Q: Why does my foundation look orange?

A: Most undertones are either pink or yellow. If your foundation looks orange, you’re most likely using the wrong undertone. If you have yellowish skin and are using a foundation with a pink undertone, you’ll look orange. If you are on the more neutral or pink side and you use a foundation that is too golden, you’ll look orange.

Q: Should I get airbrush or regular makeup? Will one last longest?

A: They are two different looks! Airbrush is a heavier, much fuller coverage whereas regular foundation will feel a little lighter on your face. They both will last the same amount of time. We recommend that you talk about this with the makeup artist during your consultation, and based on your skin type and daily makeup wear, she will recommend what’s best for you.

Q: What’s the difference between a strip lash and individual lashes?

A: Strip lashes have a fuller, more dramatic look to them. As opposed to individual lashes, strip lashes come in a packaged strip, applied all at once. They are more affordable and are faster to apply than individual lashes but have a tendency to look artificial. Individual lashes are applied one lash at a time, filling in natural eyelashes when needed, to give a fuller appearance. They are more customizable for each person, and are better for those who want a more subtle look.

Q: Why does my eyeliner smudge?

A: When using pencil, cream or gel liners, any emollient products like under-eye concealer or excess cream can break down your liner, causing a smudge situation. The best way to prevent this is to set under-eye concealer with powder right away. Make sure any eye cream is completely absorbed before applying eye-liner. Also, try setting your eyeliner with eyeshadow. This will reduce any transferring and will still give you a great color pop and avoid smudges.

Q: Should a bride wear strip lashes or individual lashes?

A: A bride should wear individual lashes because you can customize them to the bride’s exact desired look. It can be very difficult to control the volume and look of strip lashes. With individual lashes, you can make the lashes more natural and subtle or you can build and make the lashes more dramatic and full.

Expert Contributor Michele Quinn of Blush Salon

Expert Contributor Brittany Naab of Blush Salon