Why do my eyes water when I put on foundation?
Lots of people love using foundation to hide spots, even your skin, and help other makeup look better. It helps to conceal imperfections and provide a smooth surface for your makeup application. Some people experience teary eyes after they put the foundation on their faces. Here in this article, we will provide the answer to ‘Why do my eyes water when I put on foundation?
What is in Foundation?
First, understand the ingredient in your foundation which can be the reason behind your teary eyes. Foundations are made up of various ingredients which can irritate your eyes. Here are a few components that can be the culprits:
- Fragrance
Manufacrore uses fragrance to make the foundation more appealing. It can cause an allergic reaction and irritation resulting in watery eyes. - Preservative
To increase the self-life of the foundation they use paraben and formaldehyde. These ingredients are known to trigger allergies and irritation for some people. - Bismuth Oxychloride
This ingredient is used for the silky and shimmery finish but it can be irritant for your sensitive skin or eyes.
What are the Application techniques?
Sometimes your foundation is a good quality product but the techniques of the application can be triggers the watering. If you will apply foundation too close to your eyes it can get easily into your eyes. When you apply foundation don’t close your eyes because the product will get into your eyes easily. Therefore apply foundation carefully. The eye area is the most sensitive than other body parts. Even if the ingredients are not irritant but if you have sensitive eyes or you wear contact lenses your eyes can be teary after applying foundation.
Solution and tips
There are several tips that you can follow given below:
- Choose the right product according to your skin. Choose foundations which is gentler and less irritating such as should be fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and ophthalmologist-tested.
- You should apply the foundation carefully.
- Always take a patch test if you are trying a new product.
- If these things are not working for you then please consult a dermatologist.
Conclusion
If you experience teary eyes after the application of foundation, it can be due to the components in the product, application techniques, sensitivity, or allergies to your skin. Therefore choose the right product according to your skin, and improve your application techniques. By following these steps you can get tear-free eyes after the application of foundation.
