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Internet hacks for hiding hickeys are lackluster at best.
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(I’m sorry, but the frozen spoon trick does nothing but make my neck cold.)
And wrapping ascarfaround your neck isn’t always feasible.
(Isn’t it a dead giveaway any time it isn’t below freezing?
And how many scarves match your outfits day to day anyway?
So what’s a gal (or guy) to do?
Why, get creative withbeauty products, of course!
Start with a primer that isn’t too creamy or greasy.
Depending on how dark your hickey is, you might be putting on alotof makeup.
So do yourself a favor and start by applying aprimer.
Primers minimize shine and greasiness, which helps keep your makeup in place.
Color-correct the hell out of your hickey.
Hickeys are bruises, andbruises change colorover timetypically going from purple-red to black-blue and then to yellow-green before healing.
According to Scibelli, you’ll want to customize your cover-up efforts based on what color your hickey is.
Here’s a quick guide:
How you integrate color-correcting products into your routine is up to you.
you’re free to also use a stand-alone color corrector after applying primer.
Lucero suggests StilaOne Step Correct($36).
Even out the area with foundation and concealer that match your skin tone.
Next up: making your hickey blend in with the skin around it.
To do this, you’ll need afoundationand a concealer.
Pro tip: If your products are a little runnier than expected, add some powder before you applying.
Lucero says this is like adding flour to your cookingit’ll thicken up the mixture.
Start by figuring out what area you want your foundation and concealer to cover.
Using your sponge or thumb, roll the product on and press it into your skin.
After you’ve applied a thick (but not cakey!)
Keep your makeup in place by setting it with powder.
(And regardless of the weather or your outfit, it’s probably a good idea.)
She suggests CovergirlTruBlend Minerals Loose Powder($8).
And if you want to get really fancy, Scibelli suggests finishing things off with a setting spray.
Remember: The setting spray is totally optional.
Carefully check yourself out in the mirror.
If your hickey’s still visible, layer even more concealer, foundation, and powder on top.
A few other quick tips:
Have fun out there.
