If you slap on a full face of foundation, eyeshadow, and sparkly glitter first, you’re asking for trouble. Your fingers and tools are now caked in powder and cream. When you go to pop in those lenses, you’ll smear makeup directly into your eye—and that, my friend, is a one-way ticket to Infectionville.
Here’s the nightmare scenario: You’ve got a gorgeous smoky eye, but then you’re trying to poke a lens in. Your eyeliner starts to run, and you end up looking like a sad raccoon. And trust me, no amount of high-end concealer fixes that.
Plus, let’s be real—your hands are not clean after touching all those makeup sponges. So, lenses first, makeup second keeps your eyes safe from rogue glitter and oil-based foundations. Your eyesight is more important than your highlight, okay?
The step-by-step superhero method
Okay, here’s the routine that will make your eye doctor weep with joy. Wash your hands thoroughly—like, sing “Happy Birthday” twice while scrubbing—then pop in your contacts. Your eyes are now fresh, clean, and ready to be decorated.
Now, start your makeup. Apply foundation, concealer, and powder like a pro. The best part? You can now blink fearlessly while applying eyeshadow, because your contacts are already in place and happy.
For mascara, use a light touch and avoid the lash roots near your waterline. No need to go full Picasso on your eyes—just wiggle that wand gently. And if you sneeze? Well, you’ll thank me later.
