Should I Wear Makeup When I’m Sick?

I am such a drama queen when I get sick. I lie in my bed, prophesying that the world is ending because little old me, ordinary Renee in Singapore, is feeling like crap. Dramatic, no? So I really loved N’s small question about being sick and wearing makeup.

Do you wear makeup when you are sick? I still need to go to work when I’m sick (but can still function) but still want to look decent!

Unfortunately, skipping the day and spending it in bed is a rare moment now, because life still goes on: school goes on, work goes on, driving lessons, interviews, you name it. And even though you feel like crap – you really can’t look like it. I’ve read countless tips on makeup to wear when you’re sick, but they were a bit too unrealistic – the last thing you want to think about is if your mascara is smudging when you feel like hell, no?

Here’s some of my advice on what beauty products to wear when you’re feeling under the weather, that can hopefully get you through the day feeling a little more comfortable.

First of all, as much as I would hate to recommend a full foundation face, when you got a runny nose, full of zits, or a general ‘sick’ look on your face, it just makes it look worse. Try a tinted moisturizer instead. You can close you eyes and just apply it on while you lie in bed. Just remember that before you walk out the door, check that they are no harsh lines. If so, blend.

And that’s totally it for face!

For your eyes, unless you can be bothered, try on a bit of mascara to open up your eyes. If you can’t be bothered (like me!), just make sure your eyebrows look a bit groomed. You know what they say … groomed brows complete the whole face.

Next, here’s a bit of makeup application required: no matter what you’re sick with, a bit of color will be lost to your face. Get a very light, natural pink and sweep some blush on your cheeks so you don’t look like death.

Last but not least, apply some tinted lip balm. It makes pale lips look alive instantly.

So to recap: a little tinted moisturizer, groomed brows, blush and tinted lip balm. It will take about 5 minutes and is really simple and quick to do, no matter how crappy you’re feeling. With these tips, if you happen to reveal to someone that you are feeling under the weather, they will say you still look great. (Which we all love, no?)

I hope my tips have helped.

Do you wear makeup when you’re sick? I apply those tips above when I have to go out and face the world while I’m sick, but if I’m at home – hell no! I am lying in bed, face bared and being dramatic as usual.