A handful of freckles on your face can help you change your look and look cheeky. Ephelides usually form on very fair skin with sun exposure; in fact, when they appear, this means that the skin surface has suffered damage. Avoid exposing your skin to the sun, instead creating fake freckles to achieve this adorable look in a healthier way.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Use a Self Tanner
Step 1. Prepare your face
The advantage of using a self-tanner to create freckles is that the result can last up to a week. However, since skin naturally secretes sebum, you need to prepare it for the product to adhere well.
- Wash your face with a mild, foamy cleanser, then exfoliate it thoroughly. Remove product residues or excess sebum with a toner.
- Do not apply lotions or other products to the skin until it is thoroughly cleansed. Let it dry completely.
Step 2. Look for a self-tanner that dries quickly and spreads well
Sprays are ideal, but mousse ones are fine too. Choose a product that is several tones darker than your skin.
Spray a small amount of product onto a saucer
Step 3. Apply a thin layer of self-tanner all over your face
Make sure you avoid eyes and lips, blend it at the hairline and neck.
- Since natural freckles are dark flecks that form on the skin, this veil of self-tanner should give you a more natural result because the freckles will have a similar color to that of the skin.
- Let it dry a bit before proceeding.
Step 4. With an eyeliner brush, pick up a small amount of self-tanner and dab small dots on the nose or cheeks, in short, on the areas of the face where freckles appear naturally
- Start creating a few, then add more until you get the desired result.
- Gently press your index finger on the dots to make them look more natural, with a less regular or round shape. Vary the pressure to make some dots appear darker and others appear lighter, just like natural freckles.
- Wait until they are completely dry. To make freckles last longer, don't exfoliate your skin for at least a week or until they have faded naturally.
Step 5. Try splashing the self tanner with a brush
If you are feeling particularly daring or want visible freckles, you can take inspiration from a makeup used in the fashion world and literally splash the product on your face. You should ask a friend to help you create the right result to avoid making a mess.
- Spray a small amount of self-tanner into a shallow bowl (mousse products are ideal for this method). Take a large kabuki brush and dip the bristles into the product by calculating about 1.5 cm, then pat it gently on a napkin to remove excess.
- Make sure you get undressed for this process, or else wear old clothes that you can get dirty without a problem.
- Go into the shower stall (you can also do this elsewhere, but it will be harder to clean) and ask your friend to spray the self-tanner towards her face and cleavage. The more you squirt it, the more intense the final result will be.
- With the brush, pick up enough self-tanner to splash, but not so much that it drips onto the skin. Try it on a piece of newspaper or on your thighs to make sure you are using the right amount of product (it is ideal to try it on the thighs because you can then just blend it when you finish practicing).
Method 2 of 3: Using Eyeliner
Step 1. Put on your makeup as usual
Creating freckles will be one of the last steps in this process, so it's important to completely make up your face before making them.
If you usually use foundation, face powder, or concealer, apply them as you normally would. If you want to use blush, you can decide whether to apply it before or after the creation of freckles depending on the result you want to achieve. For more noticeable freckles, apply it right away, then draw them on top. To make them more discreet and natural, first create the freckles and then apply the blush, but try not to make them smudge
Step 2. Get everything you need
You will need a light brown eye pencil with a creamy texture (a few shades darker than your complexion), a blush brush or a sponge such as the Beauty Blender and a cotton ball.
Don't use liquid eyeliner - it smudges easily and looks less natural
Step 3. Draw dots on the nose and cheeks with the pencil
You can use the tip itself, provided it is very fine.
Create more dots for a more intense look or less for a more subtle result. If you want, you can also draw them on the shoulders, neckline and neck
Step 4. Use the brush or the Beauty Blender to get discreet freckles
You don't have to scrub or smudge them - gently press the brush or sponge so they look more natural.
Gently press the freckles with your finger, but not so much that they disappear. Remember that natural ones come in different sizes, shapes and shades, so put more pressure on some to vary their appearance. But do it randomly, otherwise the result will be artificial
Step 5. Enjoy the final result
You can also make them to go to school. They will look very realistic.
Remove them using makeup remover or oil. Pour a drop or two of makeup remover on the cotton ball and wipe your face. If you used a water-resistant pencil, you may need to use an oil-based makeup remover or coconut oil to remove them
Method 3 of 3: Use Pencil and Cream Concealer
Step 1. Choose a light brown eye pencil
You will use it to draw freckles on cheeks and other areas.
- To choose the right product, consider the color of the freckles that appear naturally. If you've never had any, look for moles or sunspots on your skin and opt for a similar color.
- Do not use liquid eyeliner, otherwise the result will not be natural.
Step 2. Put on your makeup as usual
Creating the freckles will be one of the last steps in the procedure, so it's important to put makeup on your entire face before drawing them.
If you usually apply foundation, face powder, or concealer, use them as you normally would. If you apply the blush, you can decide whether to put it before or after the creation of the freckles depending on the degree of intensity desired
Step 3. Apply the pencil to your cheeks, nose or anywhere else you want freckles
You should proceed with a light hand and tap with uneven pressure, so that some freckles are darker than others.
- You can use a brush to pick up the pigment from the pencil, but you can also use the pencil itself, as long as you don't press too hard or draw too large circles.
- Don't try to draw perfect circles: small and unevenly sized dots are enough. Remember that freckles aren't big.
- You can only draw them on the cheeks, bridge of the nose, or on these three points. On the first attempt, it is preferable to draw only a few light freckles, and then gradually proceed until you have mastered the technique.
Step 4. Choose a cream concealer one or two tones lighter than your complexion
Pour a very small amount on your fingertips and gently pat the freckles you created.
Continue tapping the spots with your fingers until they take on the desired shade. The more tampons, the more discreet they will eventually be
Advice
- If the freckles you get are darker than you would like, exfoliate your skin with a scrub containing granules to lighten them.
- For a subtle look, make a few small dots, while drawing more for a more noticeable result.
- If you use the pencil, put it in your bag before going out - it may smudge and you will need to do some touch-ups.
- Test your chosen product on your arm, leg or other hidden area before moving on to your face, especially if you decide to use the self-tanner method - if you don't like the results, it's harder to fix.
- Experiment with other creamy or liquid makeups, as long as they're brown and dull. You can also create freckles with mascara, brow gel, foundation, concealer or cream eyeshadow.
- After using a self-tanner, always wash your hands thoroughly.
Warnings
- Self-tanner should never come into contact with eyes, mouth or other mucous membranes.
- When using a new product, it is always good to take a test in a hidden place before applying it to the face. Apply a small amount and wait for 24 hours to check for any allergic reactions.
