Skin Deep: Make-up Tips for Dancers with Sensitive Skin
MAKE-UP TIPS FOR DANCERS WITH SENSITIVE SKIN
Ready to powder, highlight and contour with their brushes, dancers are used to applying make-up for stage performances. Making those facial features and expressions pop! But what is applied on the surface can go skin deep, and for dancers with sensitive skin, applying makeup can be both physically and emotionally draining. Opening up our make-up bag, we’re sharing our get glam tips for dancers with sensitive skin.
GENEROSITY-FREE ZONE
Sharing is caring, but not when it comes to makeup! A general rule of thumb is to avoid sharing make-up and tools with other dancers. Though it may seem harmless, it’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your skin, especially if you get skin reactions easily.
CHANGE IT UP!
Though not edible, make-up products have expiry dates! Pay attention to the expiration dates or replace your products every three months. And that goes for your make-up brushes too! So be sure to change it up, and if you’re concerned about the environment, there are plenty of eco-friendly and
biodegradable options out there. You can also prolong the life of your brushes and tools with makeup brush cleaners made for sensitive skin. Keeping it fresh, clean and giving you peace of mind!
MEET YOUR MATCH
Look for skincare, make-up products and tools that work for you! You’ll often get sales associates at department stores telling you what you need to buy. But more often than not, they do not have the answers. Visit a dermatologist who can recommend some products that may be suitable for your skin. Though it may take time and various trials to see what works for you, it’s a step in the right direction.
BE PREPARED
The villainesque lion Scar says it right, “Be Prepared”!
Pack your make-up bag with remedies that can help calm your skin. A few helpful things to have with you are make-up remover wipes, cotton pads, an ice pack, a hypoallergenic moisturizer, anti-itch creams, and even a facial cleanser for sensitive skin can help.
UNWIND YOUR MIND
Though food or environmental allergies may sometimes be the cause of skin reactions, for many of us it comes down to stress. So find some time to unwind and relax your mind. This doesn’t have to be limited to yoga or meditation, whether it’s through physical exercise or through calligraphy or journalling, it’s a great opportunity for adding some versatility into your dance training and creative process!
Speaking from experience, the precautions and tribulations that dancers with sensitive skin need to face when it comes to the stage can be daunting. But know that you’re not alone, and though treatments may vary from person to person, your passion and determination to make it work is what will take you far! So enjoy dancing and the stage, because once the music begins and your body follows, the rest is just pure bliss!