Only A Makeup Goddess Can Get Over 75% On This Quiz

by Jessica Rae
– on Apr 14th
in Lifestyle

If you're a girl who likes to stay ahead of the trends when it comes to make-up (and maybe even set a few trends of your own!) you should have no problems scoring high in this makeup quiz!

But if you've been doubting your skills, smudging your eyeliner, or committing the ultimate sin of going to bed with your makeup on, and you want to know just how far you've slipped, these questions will help you figure it out. Don't worry, we've included a few tips along the way to help you sort out your routine.

Being a girl is not easy. We are under constant pressure to be the perfect friends, girlfriends, cooks, workers, problem solvers, decorators, nurturers, and financial whizzes while rocking a hot body and being immaculately groomed at all times. That's no small order! Of course, no one can be super woman (except Gal Gadot) and it's totally acceptable to just let things slide from time to time...

But as we all know makeup will always help us feel better! When you've got your face on, it's easier to face the world, right?

Only makeup goddesses will be able to score high on this quiz - are you one of them?

Question 1

Which makeup brush is ideal to use for shaping eyebrows?

Small angled brush Kabuki Brush Spoolie Dense flat brush

A strongly defined brow can make or break the art piece that is your face. Whether you were a 90’s kid and survived the thin line or have beautiful Hepburn brows, a bit of shaping with the right tools can change your brow game completely. A helpful hint, the perfect brow almost always starts fuller at the nose and ends in a soft, defined line. You could even compare it to a permanent marker…which one could give you that defined brow line?

Question 2

Which areas of the face are important to highlight?

My eyes and bust Forehead, nose, chin, cheekbones Cheeks Cheekbones and eyes

One may think that smacking on some foundation (maybe even a bit of concealer for those bags), mascara and gloss are enough to get you going. Perhaps so, but don’t expect to be turning any heads. Contouring can make a huge difference to your overall look, and it really is about highlighting and enhancing your natural beauty (we know right, the natural look can take a good few layers!) You don’t need to be Picasso, but knowing how to highlight will change your selfie game forever.

Question 3

What is the best way to find your ideal foundation shade?

Match it on your wrist in the store Test a little on your chin in the store Take two tester shades home and test, or even blend Buy a product that claims to match the shade of your skin automatically

The first thing most of us do is test the foundation on our hands… um… guess what, these babies get a lot more sun than your face (which we hope gets its daily dose of SPF). Of course, the ideal way to match your foundation color would be to apply a tester to a fresh face. One also needs to consider what other products will be used, lashings of bronzer on an already dark foundation may leave you looking like a certain president we know.

Question 4

What is the best way to deal with clumpy eyelashes?

Use a brow comb, or old toothbrush, to gently comb the excess product off Use cotton wool to wipe off the excess Dab with a tissue Use your fingers to pry the lashes apart

The Harajuku doll look works for some girls, but there is a fine line between bold lashes and downright creepy. Unless you are in theatre or a devout Minaj follower, there is no reason to flaunt these lashes on a regular basis. Now, we appreciate that this may not always be a fault of your own, clumpy lashes happen and when they do, it is most likely time to replace your mascara. But there are options to help you out of the mess you made.

Question 5

How do you remove colorstay lipstick?

Makeup remover or coconut oil Brush it off with a toothbrush Toothpaste Apple cider vinegar

Going out in the evening and knowing that your lipstick will stay put is a weight off your mind but it's not always so much fun when the time comes to actually take it off, is it? BIt's just the same as any other waterproof makeup; you wash your face, and the morning after you look like you have just done the walk of shame. The good news is that removal of colorstay lipstick need not involve DIY surgery. What is the best way to remove it?

Question 6

What is the best way to apply a cream foundation?

Brush Fingers Sponge Cotton wool

Foundation can be tricky on the best of days. From the shade to the tools (I mean, we appreciate the blending sponge and brushes… but fingers are just so agile). So your face is photo ready… and you glance down to your freckled chest and white neck… hmmm… perhaps scarf it? But what if the point is to actually show off that bountiful bosom? We all know guys look from the bosom up and we don't want to shatter their delusions now, do we?

Question 7

What is bronzer for?

Adding warmth and dimension Creates the illusion of brightness Concealing dark spots Corrects skin tone

Ever noticed how celebs always look like they've just come back from a relaxing island holiday? Well, maybe they have and maybe it's just bronzer! If you need a healthy glow (and you don't actually have time to spend outdoors) a little bit of bronzer from your box of makeup tricks can be the answer. You'll have no more excuses for looking pale and drawn! But what is it that bronzer can do for you? Do you know how bronzer enhances your beauty?

Question 8

Where should you apply your makeup?

In a mirror with light from behind you In a mirror with forward facing lighting

Ideally, we would have a vanity inspired by Coco herself; big mirrors surrounded by beautiful white bulbs of light, and soft music playing the background. Realistically, most of us have to make do with a mobile mirror in a half-lit bathroom with weirdly colored tiles that cast 50 shades of whatever onto our skin. Not to mention that rear view mirror (bless the soul who invented those, they really should come with make-up lights) which really isn't the best setting either.

Question 9

How often should you replace your mascara?

Every month Every three months Every year Every eight months

Once beauty items find their way into our makeup bag it can be really hard to part with them. Afterall, that stuff isn't cheap! But there comes a time when all items expire, and yes, that includes your favorite mascara. If you've noticed a strange smell coming from your tube or it seems to be thick and clumpy it could be because it's not so fresh anymore and it's time to get a new one. How often should you replace your mascara?

Question 10

What does contouring do for you?

Define and/or reshape areas of your face Hide imperfections Give you a healthy glow Add shimmer to your skin

There’s contour and then there is contour, some chicks nail it while others seem like they are preparing for stage light (glitter inclusive). The important thing to remember is that contouring is enhancing your already existing beauty. Enhancing shadows and highlight in just the right places. The right brushes are almost as important, if not more so, as the color palettes of choice. Here we just want to prepare for an average night out, no stage makeup needed. What can the right contouring do for your face?

Question 11

What color lipstick should you use on thin lips?

Reds and browns Dark purples Nudes, nude pinks, mauves Coral and orange tones

Thin lips are more common a problem than most of us care to admit. In fact, lips thin with age too! One can plump up those babies with a variety of products, maybe even consider Botox, but there are easier ways to enhance a thin lip. Lip liners can make a huge difference in shaping a floppy top lip. And one does not need to have dark and bold shades to make lips pop. A simple gloss sometimes does the trick. Which shades work best?

Question 12

How can you make small eyes pop?

Use a flesh-toned pencil the inner rim of the lower lid Do a smokey eye look Nude eyeshadow and one coat of mascara Apply a dark shade to the inner corner of the eyelid

Bold eyes are beautiful, and if you can master a catliner combined with a smoky eye, then you are already a good few steps ahead the most of us. However, small eyes don’t necessarily take well to a lot of dark shades and eyeliner. Correct application of eye makeup takes serious skill, one can easily get carried away and end up looking like you’re about to crawl through a TV. What is the best way to enhance small eyes? How can you make them pop?

Question 13

How should you apply eye cream?

Using your thumb only With a sponge Use an earbud or cotton wool With your fingertips

We trust that you are using a decent product, especially foundation, but often one doesn’t realize the harsh chemicals in that bottle of face paint. Even those that claim to be moisturizers and have SPF’s. Not to mention those that reverse the signs of aging (hey for the price tag, we expect nothing less). Dry and flaky skin already needs extra attention, and foundation can often highlight bad skin when not applied correctly. When it comes to eye cream, how should you apply it?

Question 14

What lipstick shades are best if your teeth are discolored?

Nudes and light pinks Blue-based reds and hot pinks Any shade with a yellow undertone Orange-based reds

Okay, so not everyone in the world has a perfect set of pearly whites. So what? With a little bit of make-up, you can draw attention away from these minor imperfections. Of course, if you can get those teeth in a better condition you should go for it, but in the meantime, you can fall back on a few tried and tested tricks. There are some lipstick shades that work really well for people with yellow or discolored teeth - do you know what they are?

Question 15

Which is the ideal product to use for catliner?

Kohl Liner Shadow Eyeliner Black shadow and an angular brush Liquid eyeliner

If only you could pull off that cat liner like Nicki Minaj, right? The perfect catliner need not require mad skills… good product can get you far… even if you go too far (which often happens), you can save yourself from panda eyes. One could go for permanent eyeliner but at a pretty penny, and what is your tattoo artist is having a bad day? The good news, a decent catliner doesn’t need to cost an arm and a leg. But what’s the best product?

Question 16

Which eye color works best for blue eyes?

Corals, browns and tans Purples, oranges and greens Grey and black Nude shades

If you are lucky enough to have blue eyes, then you should be doing your best to enhance them. Afterall, it is one of the rarest eye colors in the world, and probably one of your best features. But the wrong colors could draw attention away from your beautiful peepers and we wouldn't want that. If you've got it, flaunt it right? Which colors are best to use if you have blue eyes and which should you avoid whenever possible?

Question 17

How often should you use a face scrub?

2 or 3 times a week Once a week Daily Once a month

This is a really tricky question, as not all Eve’s are created equal. Some of us have great skin, others not so much. Some can just get away with the bare minimum when it comes to skincare and others need to schedule their beauty routine because it's just so complicated. When it comes to uses scrubs, which are great for exfoliating the skin, overuse can lead to even more problems. How often should you be using a face scrub if you have normal or combination skin?

Question 18

Why is it important to shape your brows?

They shape your face and accentuate your eyes Thick brows make your face look unbalanced Groomed brows make you look younger Ungroomed eyebrow hair can be ingrown

Eyebrows can make or break your overall look. If you get them wrong, you can look permanently surprised or just downright weird. If you don’t shape them at all, you just look like a lazy mess (big shout out to the ladies who are born with a perfect brow). One doesn’t need to spend a lot to craft a decent brow. Once you have trimmed and shaped, you can fill it in again with brow powder. However, that first step is the most important.

Question 19

Why should you use a primer?

Adds a bronzing effect Covers imperfections Acts as a moisturizer Makes makeup last longer

Newsflash, if you don’t use primer you are missing out. It is an absolute godsend for combatting shine or creating a smooth base for foundation (ever wonder how the celebs look so young?). Most primers are silicone-based polymers and literally make your skin smooth as silk! Have you ever used a primer or do you go straight to foundation? You might want to consider giving it a try and seeing the results for yourself! But first, tell us what primer can do for you?

Question 20

Which color should you apply for redness?

White Greens Yellow shades Blues

Yes, ladies, not only do we have contouring and highlighting palettes, but we now have all these weird and wonderful colours we can apply under our foundation to combat our natural state of distress. Many people suffer from the Rudolph syndrome or cheeks that are just a tad too rosy. Even if you have been out in the sun too long you could do with a good color correcting palette. But which colors should you use? What will help chase the red away?

Question 21

Which color could you apply for dark purple/blue circles under your eyes?

Yellowish concealers will help to combat dark circles Greenish colors work well Pink, I don’t have to buy anything I can use my lipstick Concealer, concealer, concealer – then foundation

Whether it be a hard night out, lack of sleep, poor diet or just early signs of aging… raccoon eyes are never attractive! Even beautifully applied, high-quality makeup can be a disaster if the correct colors are not used. Sometimes it can even make you look worse than what you started. Color correctors seem over the top, but all they really do is neutralize your undertones so you can get a better result with less product.Which color could you apply for dark purple/blue circles under your eyes?

Question 22

How often should you be cleaning your makeup tools?

Once a month Once a week Once every 3 months Every six months

This is probably one area that all ladies are failing in a little bit. We've got so much to do that it can be hard to find the time to clean all those little brushes and sponges that we use every day. But for the sake of our skin, we should be doing it. Afterall, these tools are a breeding ground for germs and no-one wants more blemishes to have to deal with, right? How often should you be cleaning your tools of the trade?

Question 23

Which brush will help you get the perfect smokey eye look?

Contour brush Angled brush Stippling brush Smudger brush

Every girl loves to rock that perfect smokey eye look but getting it is not easy! You need to have the right products to start with, an idea about how to get it right, and of course, most importantly - the right tools for the job. This type of look is all about precision and using the wrong brush might just make you look like a panda and not the hottie you were hoping for. Which of these brushes will do the job the best?

Question 24

What is color blocking?

Using one or more bright colors Using color without blending Creating rainbow looks Squared off eyeshadow looks

Color blocking can be fun, but get it wrong and you can look like you have fallen off a 60’s bus. Color blocking is a great way to get creative and break some rules, but even so one needs to consider the importance of balance and to use a little restraint. We are not looking to run away with the circus, we just want to have some fresh and funky fun! But you first need to understand what color blocking is in order to make it work...

Question 25

Which beauty products should you always have with you?

Concealer, foundation, 3 shades of lipstick, gloss,glitter and eyeliner, Foundation, mascara, gloss, brow powder and brush, and lipstick Eyeliner and powder Concealer and lip gloss

Granted, sometimes we just don’t have the time to put on a full face, and somedays we might feel like our skin needs a day off. These are the times that you would be minding your own business in a mall when you see your crush in aisle 13 and you dart off to the nearest mirror. Remember, you don’t have much more than 3 minutes before he may disappear, and you want to make an impression. Totally unplanned, of course…

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