Top 5 Male to Female Makeup Mistakes to Avoid (And What to Do Instead!)

Makeup can have an amazing impact on your appearance – IF you apply it correctly.

Unfortunately, this is a skill that many crossdressers and transgender women tell me they struggle with.

You deserve to be your most beautiful feminine self. To begin your journey, it’s essential to steer clear of some common male to female makeup mistakes. 

In this blog post, I’ll share the mistakes you need to avoid – and what to do instead!

1. Wearing Too Much Makeup

Wearing too much makeup is an easy mistake to make. Makeup is meant to enhance your best features while minimizing any perceived imperfections.

When you overdo your makeup, you end up accentuating EVERYTHING. This isn’t a flattering look, so remember rule #1: Apply your makeup with a light touch.

2. Applying Full Coverage Foundation on Your Entire Face

Even if you have problem areas you want to hide, you should avoid covering your entire face with a thick foundation. Heavy foundation can give your face a cakey and mask-like look.

Instead, opt for full coverage makeup in areas that require it, such as the beard area, and use a lighter foundation on the rest of your face.

3. Using Poor Makeup Application Technique

When it comes to makeup, technique matters. Some common examples of poor makeup application technique include:

• Clumpy mascara
• Mismatched foundation
• Harsh lip liner
• Overdrawn eyebrows
• Cakey concealer

If your makeup skills are lacking, look for makeup tutorials on YouTube or check out my free Male to Female Makeup Mini Course.

4. Not Selecting The Right Makeup Shades

Choosing the right makeup shades is just as important as your makeup application technique.

In fact, the wrong colors can give you a harsh and masculinized appearance faster than anything else.

The most important thing to consider is your natural coloring. For example:

• If you have lighter hair and skin, opt for low-intensity colors like soft brown, blue, pink, or coral.
• If you have darker hair and skin, go for high-intensity colors like deep brown, black, blue, or red.

In addition to your natural coloring, think about the occasion and time of day when selecting your makeup. Typically, higher-intensity makeup works better for nighttime when the lighting is dim.

Finally, your makeup shades should complement the colors of your clothing for a cohesive and polished look.

5. Not Taking Good Care of Your Skin

Think of your face as the canvas for your makeup. If your skin is dry and rough, it’s going to be noticeable.

Keep in mind that male skin tends to be rougher than female skin due to lower estrogen levels. This means that good skin care is critical.

Care for your skin by using a gentle cleanser, moisturizing daily, using sunscreen, drinking lots of water, and getting enough sleep.

Ready to learn more?

Check out my previous article, How to Feminize Your Face Without Surgery, for more male to female makeup tips and techniques.

For more in depth training, consider The Makeup Magic Program to learn all the essential makeup skills every crossdresser and transgender woman should know. 

As always, I’d love to hear from you. Do you struggle with makeup or have you mastered this skill? Please share in the comments below!

Love,
Lucille