To prevent mascara from smudging and turning you into a panda, start by controlling the oil under your eyes.

Have you ever experienced doing your eye makeup beautifully in the morning, only to have it smudged and turn black under your eyes by the afternoon?

Especially if dark spots appear under the eyes, the makeup looks messy and is not easy to fix.

In such cases, rather than just changing your mascara, it is better to pay attention to the oil around your eyes and the order in which you apply your products.

The method I recommend is as follows.

1. Control the oil under your eyes first.

If there is a lot of skincare or eye cream left under your eyes, mascara is prone to smudging. Before applying makeup, gently blot away any remaining oil with a tissue.

2. Use a small amount of powder under the eyes.

Apply a very thin layer of translucent powder to oily areas. Applying too much can make the skin dry and wrinkles appear more prominent.

3. Apply mascara thinly.

Applying a large amount at once increases the likelihood of eyelashes clumping together and smudging under the eyes. Please apply a thin layer and let it dry completely.

4. If smudging is severe, change the product

If you have watery eyes or oily skin around your eyes, compare products with waterproof or smudge-proof features. However, it is important to remove waterproof products gently using a dedicated remover.

5. Do not rub when touching up under the eyes.

If it has already smudged, do not rub it immediately; instead, gently wipe it off with a cotton swab and then apply concealer only to the necessary areas.

The conclusion is that controlling under-eye oil and using a thin mascara are key to reducing mascara smudging.

I would especially like to recommend using a small amount of under-eye powder.

What products do you use to prevent mascara from smudging? Please share any smudge-proof mascaras or touch-up methods that you've actually found effective!