When you receive a last-minute invitation to a date or a cool party, the wish to refuse can be strong because your working day has been etched on your face. Luckily, you can use some makeup tricks to be the star of the evening.

 A mask for radiant skin

Instead of wasting time masking your face with foundation, it is better to take 15 minutes to help your skin recover. To get the best out of “reanimation” remedies, you should first cleanse your skin well. For this, there is a cool mask, which will cleanse your pores and remove blackheads.

To make the mask, pour 2-3 teaspoons of milk into a bowl, and add 1 tablespoon of gelatin. Let it soak for some time. Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds or until the mixture takes on a creamy consistency. When the mixture is touchable yet warm, carefully apply it to your face. Let the mask dry, and then peel it off gently.

Get rid of blackheads in 10 minutes

If you need to remove blackheads, you can use a quick mask. Combine honey and cinnamon until you get a paste. Apply it in a skinny layer over the blackheads, and place a strip of clean cotton over it. Remove it after 5 minutes, and rinse your face.

Quick restoring masks

You can use a prepared mask to pamper your tired skin, or you can make this mask yourself. We are sure you already have some of the ingredients in your fridge.

• For dull and lifeless skin, mix apple juice with honey. Apply a thin layer to your face, and leave it for 5 minutes.
• For dark circles and puffy eyes, you can use a simple potato. Finely grate one potato, apply to the area under your eyes, and leave it on for 15 minutes.
• To tone dry skin, make a mask with curd and sour cream. For oily skin, you can mix a whisked egg white, olive oil, and several drops of lemon juice. For normal skin, a mask with banana and grapefruit is a good option.
• Irritated skin can be calmed down with a buttermilk mask. Just apply it to your face for 15 minutes.

Moisturize your skin correctly

To make your face look fresh for the whole evening, you should moisturize it well. For this, you need to choose the right type of product.

• For dry skin, creams with a beeswax base are a good choice. The cream should not contain water.
• For oily skin, you should use light emulsions and fluids which contain natural silicone (dimethicone).
• For normal and combination skin, creams with mineral oils and dimethicone are good moisturizers.

Removing dark circles from under the eyes

To mask different imperfections, try color correcting; green will neutralize any inflammations; peach and pink colors will brighten up dull skin; yellow will mask vascular spots or small scars; orange will help to mask dark circles under your eyes.

If color correction is not enough to get rid of those dark circles, you can try applying wet tea bags to your under-eye area. After that, mask the rest with a concealer. Apply the concealer not in a half-circle shape right under your eyes but in an inverted triangle shape.

Mask Your Plaques

Whether it’s on your face or other parts of your body, psoriasis can make you self-conscious. But there are things you can do to feel more comfortable with the way your skin looks. With a few tips and tricks (and some practice), you can cover your plaques, wherever they are, and create smoother-looking skin.

Start With a Cleanse

The first step is to wash your skin like you always do, using doctor-approved cleansers. A washcloth can help scrub away any dried flakes. That’s important, because if they stay on your skin, they can make makeup cake. But make sure to be gentle with your sensitive skin.

Moisturize

Lubricate your skin with a lotion that’s fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and nonclogging. Let it soak in for at least 10 minutes before you put anything else on your skin. You want the skin around your psoriasis to be hydrated, but not slick. If it’s slick, makeup won’t stick.

Use the Right Makeup

You may need thicker makeup for problem patches, or you may just want to even out redness with a lighter liquid option. Talk to your doctor and pick the product that will work best for your needs. You may want to try makeup on a small area first, to see if it causes a reaction.

Start Small

Your fingertips are your best tools for putting makeup on evenly. Put a small amount into your hand to warm it before you spread it on. (The warmth helps it go on more smoothly.) Apply a little, blend it in, then add light layers, one on top of the other, until you get the coverage you feel you need.

Touch Up

When you’re on the go, carry a small makeup kit so you have a way to fix any makeup mishaps.

Remove With Care

Makeup may help you forget your psoriasis for a while, but the skin you’re covering is sensitive. Be good to it. Clean up gently: A petroleum-based makeup remover, like petroleum jelly, can help soften makeup before you wipe and wash it off.