Fighting symptoms of a cold doesn’t always mean hot soup, cough syrup and long naps. Sometimes the peskiest cold symptoms are right in front of your face, literally. Don’t settle for dealing with only some of your cold symptoms this winter. From cover up to lip balm, here are the steps for completely covering up a cold.
Eyes: Step 1
Your eyes are watering, they itch like crazy and the last thing you want to do is put on eye liner for your early morning meeting. Start with eye drops. This will not only alleviate the itch and swelling, but will allow you to put on your makeup without it running down your face before you’ve finished your morning latte. Avoid eye liner on your lower lids, as it can further irritate the eye or cause infection. Use waterproof mascara and eye liner with neutral-tone eye shadow for a healthier, less watery appearance.
Nose: Step 2
Tissues can be your best friend and worst enemy during a cold. Yes, you need them, but you don’t need them to wreak havoc on your freshly powdered nose. Always use tissues with lotion to avoid any unnecessary redness and dry skin. If you can’t completely eliminate redness, apply a light layer of your moisturizer directly on the dry, irritated skin. Next, using a green color-correcting primer, dab a small amount onto your nose to camouflage the redness. Set with concealer and don’t forget to keep extra tissues (with lotion!) in your purse.
Lips: Step 3
This is one of the trickiest cold symptoms to cover up. A cold sore is never attractive and can be a pretty visible sign of cold. Before grabbing your lip balm and concealer, you may want to consider buying a new one or the drug store equivalent. You don’t want to run the risk of re-infection, but you can also opt to apply your concealer with a lip brush. Again, make sure it stays clean and wash it after every use during your cold. Apply a moisturizing lip balm and let it seep into your lips for about 10 minutes. Next, using your clean finger tips or brush, apply the concealer directly on to the cold sore. Let it set and reapply if needed. If it has already scabbed over, it’s best to leave it alone and not apply any concealer. Apply a light-toned gloss or moisturizing lipstick to even out your skin tone. Stay away from bright colors to avoid any unwanted attention to your lips and mouth area. Remember, when it comes to fighting a cold always wash your hands, especially before and after applying makeup.
