5 Fun, Post-Filler Springtime Makeup Ideas

After having filler treatments, one of the first thoughts many women have is how they can use makeup to accentuate their enhanced features, bring balance to their overall face, and conceal any unwanted side effects. Wearing makeup can boost confidence and help get you through some tough situations—and it’s just enjoyable to get creative about your look. Properly applied makeup can also help to mimic the look of filler to keep you looking amazing between appointments. If you’re planning to have fillers or recently had fillers, the Dallas-based Dermatology Office of Dr. Ellen Turner has gathered some chic makeup ideas to make you love your new appearance even more. 

Use Concealers to Camouflage Bruising 

Spring is around the corner, but when you’re getting yourself ready to go out and celebrate the sunnier season, the last thing you want is highly visible bruises all over your face due to a recent filler appointment. These marks go through different stages, often appearing reddish, blue, purple, or even black before shifting to green or yellow hues as they heal. 

Even if you do all you can to prevent bruises, there’s always a chance that they can happen when you penetrate the skin with hyaluronic acid fillers. This is an expected side effect and occurs for a majority of patients. Injections on thin, fragile skin are more likely to produce bruises. 

Combining layers of a high-quality, heavy concealer and powder hybrid along with a foundation is a great way to hide the discoloration. Different shades of concealers can be used for your specific skin tone and discolorations. For example, yellow tones are good for concealing purple bruises.

Make Your Lips Pop with The Right Lipstick 

Makeup is frequently used to “fake” the look that injectables like Juvéderm® are known for, but it can also be combined with these treatments for further beautification. The best lipstick for you depends largely on the shape and size of your lips—and the type of look you’re trying to achieve. It’s always best to follow your instructor’s directions after having lip injections with Juvéderm Ultra® or Volbella®, as some recommend avoiding lipstick or glosses for the first few days. 

Now that you have your full, luscious lips, you’ll have a bigger canvas to work with and can show them off with sultry, dark, matte colors. Outline them with a slightly darker lip liner on the outside of the natural line of the lips. Be sure to use generous coats of lipstick and add highlighter to the Cupid’s bow arch. 

Make Your Cheekbones Stand Out 

Juvéderm Voluma® is a thick, durable filler that raises and plumps the apples of the cheeks to make the face look more youthful, or it can add more defined angles for a mature, sophisticated look. 

To flaunt your pronounced or sharp cheek shapes, you’ll need to use a great contour and highlighter. Start with a foundation that matches your natural complexion, then select a cream or powder that is two to three shades darker than your normal tone. Knowing the exact locations to contour is important: Start at the top of your cheekbone and brush downward to the middle of the cheek. Alternatively, you can use a face oil or liquid highlighter below foundation instead of using a highlighter on top of it. 

Look Even Younger 

Juvéderm® corrects sunken, “tired” under-eye areas by adding some much-needed volume. After filler, you can optimize results by contouring with a darker tint to hide under-eye bags and a lighter one to brighten up the depressions. When it comes to nasolabial folds, concealer is your friend. Blend a moisturizing concealer that’s slightly lighter than your skin into the creases, followed by a highlighter. 

Play Up Your Eyes

Drawing attention to your eyes can disguise unwanted wrinkles while adding drama or shimmer. Combine black mascara with a soft pink or purple shadow. 

Dr. Turner highly recommends pure mineral-based makeup and foundation, such as Colorescience. Every product in the line offers makeup options, as well as physical-block sun protection.

Discover more about dermal fillers available from The Dermatology Office of Dr. Ellen Turner’s Dallas and Irving locations. For more details, call (214) 373-7546 or submit a contact form online.