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Organization is Key: Organize your grooming and makeup products in a consistent manner. Use labels or tactile markers to help identify items quickly.
Use Adaptive Tools: Magnifying mirrors, tactile markers, and accessible apps can significantly aid in grooming and applying makeup. Examples include gooseneck vanity mirrors and iPads with camera apps for magnification.
Good Lighting: Ensure your grooming area is well-lit to enhance visibility. Consider using adjustable lamps or natural light sources. We highly recommend getting a 4x or 6x magnifying mirror with built-in lighting.
Keep Hair Back: Use hair bands or clips to keep hair away from your face while grooming or applying makeup.
Simple Styles: Opt for simple hairstyles that are easy to manage without needing to see details. Braids, ponytails, and buns are practical choices.
Foundation:
Foundation Stick: Use a foundation stick instead of liquid foundation. It’s easier to apply and blend with your fingers or a brush.
Feel the Difference: Keep liquid products in the refrigerator. The cool temperature helps in feeling where the product is applied.
Eye Makeup:
Start with Eyes: Apply eye makeup first to avoid spreading it on already-applied foundation.
Nude/Lighter Colors: If you’re new to makeup, start with nude or lighter colors that are more forgiving.
Mascara Tips: Use mini mascaras with shorter wands. If you get mascara on your skin, let it dry before removing it with a clean finger or a q-tip to avoid smudging.
Eyeliner: Pencil eyeliners are easier to control than liquid ones. Start at the outer corner of the eye and work your way inward.
Blush:
Application Technique: Swipe the blush compact the number of times you plan to swipe on your cheeks. Start from the middle of the cheek and blend upwards.
Remove Excess: Tap excess powder off the brush before applying.
Lips:
Outline First: Start with outlining your lips with a lipstick or lip liner. Fill in the outline and blend with a q-tip if needed.
Moisturize: Use chapstick over matte lipsticks to keep lips moisturized.
Cleanup:
Baby Wipes: Clean hands frequently with baby wipes to avoid transferring makeup from your hands to your face.
Wipes/Q-tips: Use makeup wipes or q-tips to clean up any mistakes under the eyebrows, waterline, or around the lips.
Magnifying Mirrors: Invest in a high-quality magnifying mirror, preferably with a flexible gooseneck for easy adjustment.
Digital Magnifiers: Devices like the Acrobat HD Ultra LCD from Enhanced Vision or using an iPad’s reverse camera for magnification can be very helpful.
Example: Acrobat HD Ultra LCD
Get Color Matched: Visit stores like Sephora or Ulta for a free color match service. Do this twice a year to accommodate any changes in skin tone.
Use Mini Products: Smaller products are easier to handle and control.
Practice Makes Perfect: The more you practice, the more comfortable you will become with applying makeup and grooming by touch and feel.
By incorporating these tips and tools into your routine, managing personal appearance can become a more straightforward and enjoyable process despite visual constraints.