9 Makeup Products You Should Ditch from Your Makeup Bag

 

Who doesn’t love makeup? The colors, the textures, the variety of products out there – it’s pretty much impossible not to be impressed by makeup as a whole, let alone every individual product within it. However, as with all things in life, too much of anything can turn from beneficial to harmful and detrimental in the blink of an eye, which can unfortunately be the case with some of your makeup products. If you’re interested in ditching any unnecessary products from your makeup bag this year, check out our list of nine makeup products you should ditch from your makeup bag!

1) Liquid Foundation

If you don't have time for a full face of makeup, liquid foundation is a great way to even out your skin tone and give your face a little bit of coverage. However, if you're using too much foundation, it can cake up on your skin and make you look older than you are. Instead, opt for a natural makeup look by using less foundation and more eye makeup.

2) Eyeshadow Primer

Urban Decay’s Primer Potion is a favorite among beauty junkies, but it can actually cause more harm than good to your eye makeup. This product contains talc, which can irritate the delicate skin around your eyes and cause inflammation. Plus, the silicone in the primer can actually make your eyeshadow crease and fade more quickly. If you’re looking for a natural makeup alternative, try using coconut oil as an eyeshadow primer.

3) Mascara

Mascara is one of the most essential makeup products in any woman’s arsenal, but it can also be one of the most difficult to apply. If you’re not careful, you can end up with clumpy, spidery lashes that are anything but flattering.Here are a few tips to help you avoid common mascara mistakes:

1. Don’t pump the wand in and out of the tube.

4) Lipstick

Applying lipstick is one of the final steps in your makeup routine, so you want to make sure you're using a quality product. Unfortunately, many popular lipsticks contain harmful ingredients that can damage your lips. Look for a lipstick that is free of parabens, phthalates, and other synthetic ingredients.

5) Concealer

Wearing concealer is like putting a Band-Aid on a pimple—it’s not going to do anything to make the situation better, and it’s just going to make things worse in the long run. If you want to cover up a blemish, reach for a foundation instead. It will provide better coverage and won’t clog your pores.

 

6) Bronzer

If you're still using the same bronzer you've been relying on for years, it's time to give it up. Not only is the formula probably outdated, but the color might not be flattering anymore either. Plus, there's a good chance you're applying too much. A little bit of bronzer goes a long way, so start with a light hand and build up the color as needed.

7) Contour Stick/Palette

A contour stick or palette is one of those makeup products that you think you need, but in reality, you don’t. If you want to contour your face, all you really need is a bronzer and a highlighter. Bronzer can be used to create the illusion of shadows on your face, while highlighter brings light to the areas you want to highlight. There’s no need for a separate contouring product.

8) Nail Polish

If you're like most women, you probably have a few bottles of nail polish taking up space in your makeup bag. But how often do you actually use them? If you're like most women, the answer is probably not very often. In fact, according to a recent study, the average woman only wears nail polish about once every two weeks.

9) False Lashes

Strip lashes are a pain to apply, and they never look as natural as you want them to. They also have a tendency to fall off at inopportune moments. If you're looking for a more natural look, ditch the falsies and opt for some lengthening mascara instead.