Distinctive facial features are all the rage. From fake freckles to fake beauty marks, here we take a look at the second phenomenon that's setting the social networking world alight.
It's certainly not a trend that can be attributed to gen Z. The false mole is nothing new, and certainly nothing new. To understand its origins, we need to go back to 18th-century Europe, and particularly France.
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Fake moles: the origins of the trend
The homemade make-up solution
Make-up can be used in many different ways, including to create a false mole. To do this, there are different ways of using make-up products:
Drawing your mole:Choose a dark brown or black eyebrow pencil and draw a small dot in the desired spot. You can also use a dark eye or lip pencil, liquid eyeliner or kohl pencil in black or the color of your choice. Make sure you don't press too hard to avoid hurting yourself or making a mess! You can also opt for eyeshadow, using a beveled brush with a moistened tip to pick up some material and subtly apply it to the desired area.
The reusable fly solution
This is the quick technique. For those who don't want to bother with the make-up step, the sticker or fly is a good alternative. Simply stick the little fly in the shape of a mole, exactly where you want it. The plus? It's reusable, so you can have fun with its shape. The more fanciful will opt for original shapes like a fancy heart or star-shaped mole, while the more classic can choose between a flat sticker or a raised mole. In terms of texture, there's also a choice between a silk mole (more delicate and discreet) or a velvet mole (more pronounced and intense).
The permanent make-up solution
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The little extra to enhance your fake mole
To highlight this little beauty detail, there's nothing better than a face full of make-up! False moles are generally located towards the lower part of the face or towards the eyes. False moles near the mouth, as in the case of Eva Mendes, Cindy Crawford or Marilyn Monroe, are an unstoppable seductive asset, giving a femme fatale look. In particular, it allows you to accentuate the lips with a luscious mouth effect. You can also opt for a simple lip balm, as long as your lips are well moisturized!
When it comes to false moles on the eyes, it's all about intimate eye make-up. Like Dita Von tees with her almond-shaped eyes, we'll favor the use of eyeliner to extend the look and draw the eye towards the false mole. You can also choose to stretch your eyeshadow into a beautiful smocky.
