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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
=== Using Rubbing Alcohol === | === Using Rubbing Alcohol === | ||
| − | #Open the compact and place it in a plastic, resealable bag. This will help keep your work area clean. It will also catch any loose bits of powder. If you don't have any plastic, resealable bags, cover the broken powder with a sheet of plastic wrap. Make sure that it is wrapped firmly over the edges, or the powder will escape.<ref>http://thebeautydepartment.com/2012/06/d-i-y-makeup-fixer-upper/</ref> | + | #Open the compact and place it in a plastic, resealable bag. This will help keep your work area clean. It will also catch any loose bits of powder. If you don't have any plastic, resealable bags, cover the broken powder with a sheet of plastic wrap. Make sure that it is wrapped firmly over the edges, or the powder will escape.<ref name="rf1">http://thebeautydepartment.com/2012/06/d-i-y-makeup-fixer-upper/</ref> |
| − | #* This method will use rubbing alcohol. The rubbing alcohol will evaporate, and leave behind the hardened powder.<ref>http://www.xovain.com/makeup/how-to-fix-crumbled-eyeshadow-palettes-and-powder-compacts</ref> It is considered safe, but if you have very sensitive skin, you might want to consider the [[#steam|method]]. | + | #* This method will use rubbing alcohol. The rubbing alcohol will evaporate, and leave behind the hardened powder.<ref name="rf2">http://www.xovain.com/makeup/how-to-fix-crumbled-eyeshadow-palettes-and-powder-compacts</ref> It is considered safe, but if you have very sensitive skin, you might want to consider the [[#steam|method]]. |
#Break the compact up into a fine powder, including the not broken parts. Use a spoon, mini spatula, or the base of a makeup brush to do this. Keep smashing the powder until you end up with a fine dust. Make sure that there are no clumps or chunks left, or your compact will be very grainy. | #Break the compact up into a fine powder, including the not broken parts. Use a spoon, mini spatula, or the base of a makeup brush to do this. Keep smashing the powder until you end up with a fine dust. Make sure that there are no clumps or chunks left, or your compact will be very grainy. | ||
#* This may seem like you are only making things worse, but it will help give you a smoother finish in the end. | #* This may seem like you are only making things worse, but it will help give you a smoother finish in the end. | ||
#Take the broken compact out of the bag, or pull the plastic wrap off. If any powder got out, try to carefully tip it back into the compact. Break it up into a fine dust, if necessary. | #Take the broken compact out of the bag, or pull the plastic wrap off. If any powder got out, try to carefully tip it back into the compact. Break it up into a fine dust, if necessary. | ||
| − | #Add some [[Use Rubbing Alcohol|rubbing alcohol]] to the powder. Depending on how big the compact is, this could be as little as a few drops, to as much as a capful. Use enough rubbing alcohol so that the powder is damp, but not so much that it starts to float.<ref>http://thisgirlslifeblog.com/2015/08/how-to-fix-broken-makeup.html</ref> | + | #Add some [[Use Rubbing Alcohol|rubbing alcohol]] to the powder. Depending on how big the compact is, this could be as little as a few drops, to as much as a capful. Use enough rubbing alcohol so that the powder is damp, but not so much that it starts to float.<ref name="rf3">http://thisgirlslifeblog.com/2015/08/how-to-fix-broken-makeup.html</ref> |
| − | #* Try to use at least 70% rubbing alcohol.<ref>http://www.makelifelovely.com/2013/01/how-to-fix-any-broken-powder-or-makeup.html</ref> The higher the percentage, the faster it will evaporate/dry.<ref | + | #* Try to use at least 70% rubbing alcohol.<ref name="rf4">http://www.makelifelovely.com/2013/01/how-to-fix-any-broken-powder-or-makeup.html</ref> The higher the percentage, the faster it will evaporate/dry.<ref name="rf3" /> |
#* If you added too much rubbing alcohol, dip the corner of a tissue into it. The tissue will soak up the excess rubbing alcohol. | #* If you added too much rubbing alcohol, dip the corner of a tissue into it. The tissue will soak up the excess rubbing alcohol. | ||
| − | #Let the rubbing alcohol soak in for a few seconds, then smoosh it around.<ref | + | #Let the rubbing alcohol soak in for a few seconds, then smoosh it around.<ref name="rf4" /> You can use the end of a makeup brush or a mini spatula to do this. Keep smooshing the powder around until you get an even, creamy consistency. There should be no clumps or chunks.<ref name="rf3" /> |
| − | #Place a piece of plastic wrap over the wet powder, then smooth it down with your finger to shape it. The plastic wrap will help keep your finger clean while you work. You can also smooth the powder down with a spoon, the base of a makeup brush, or any other smooth object.<ref | + | #Place a piece of plastic wrap over the wet powder, then smooth it down with your finger to shape it. The plastic wrap will help keep your finger clean while you work. You can also smooth the powder down with a spoon, the base of a makeup brush, or any other smooth object.<ref name="rf4" /> |
| − | #Remove the plastic wrap, and press down on the powder with a tissue. Avoid pressing too hard, or the powder may crack. This will help remove any excess rubbing alcohol.<ref>http://www.bustle.com/articles/89229-how-to-fix-a-broken-powder-compact-because-you-were-bound-to-drop-it-on-the</ref> | + | #Remove the plastic wrap, and press down on the powder with a tissue. Avoid pressing too hard, or the powder may crack. This will help remove any excess rubbing alcohol.<ref name="rf5">http://www.bustle.com/articles/89229-how-to-fix-a-broken-powder-compact-because-you-were-bound-to-drop-it-on-the</ref> |
| − | #* To get that brand-new, pressed look, use a scrap of cotton fabric instead. It will leave behind that fabric-like texture many brand-new makeup powders have.<ref>http://www.totalbeauty.com/content/slideshows/how-to-fix-broken-makeup-blush/page2</ref> | + | #* To get that brand-new, pressed look, use a scrap of cotton fabric instead. It will leave behind that fabric-like texture many brand-new makeup powders have.<ref name="rf6">http://www.totalbeauty.com/content/slideshows/how-to-fix-broken-makeup-blush/page2</ref> |
| − | #Remove the tissue, and clean up the edges with a thin brush, if desired. If you'd like your work to be neater, take an eyeliner brush, and run the point around the edges of your powder. This will help give you those nice, crisp edges.<ref | + | #Remove the tissue, and clean up the edges with a thin brush, if desired. If you'd like your work to be neater, take an eyeliner brush, and run the point around the edges of your powder. This will help give you those nice, crisp edges.<ref name="rf1" /> Don't worry about cleaning up the compact case itself just yet. |
| − | #Leave the compact open, and let the powder dry overnight.<ref | + | #Leave the compact open, and let the powder dry overnight.<ref name="rf5" /> During this time rubbing alcohol will evaporate, leaving behind the caked powder. |
| − | # Clean up the compact using a q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol, if desired.<ref | + | # Clean up the compact using a q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol, if desired.<ref name="rf1" /> While you were restoring your broken powder, you may have gotten some makeup powder "mud" on your compact case. If this bothers you, dip a q-tip in some rubbing alcohol, and wipe the dried "mud" off.<span id=steam></span> |
=== Using Pressure and Steam === | === Using Pressure and Steam === | ||
#Turn your iron on and set it to the highest temperature. It is possible to set broken powder using just pressure, but it will be very fragile. The heat from the iron will help set the powder further and make it more durable. | #Turn your iron on and set it to the highest temperature. It is possible to set broken powder using just pressure, but it will be very fragile. The heat from the iron will help set the powder further and make it more durable. | ||
| − | #* Because this method contains no rubbing alcohol, it is safe for sensitive skin.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr0he7CB31s</ref> | + | #* Because this method contains no rubbing alcohol, it is safe for sensitive skin.<ref name="rf7">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sr0he7CB31s</ref> |
#* Most compact powders will come in a metal pan set into a plastic tray. Make sure that your compact powder has this metal pan. | #* Most compact powders will come in a metal pan set into a plastic tray. Make sure that your compact powder has this metal pan. | ||
#Break up the compact powder so that you can dump it out. You can use anything hard, such as a toothpick or fork. This may seem like you are only making things worse, but it will help give you a smoother finish. | #Break up the compact powder so that you can dump it out. You can use anything hard, such as a toothpick or fork. This may seem like you are only making things worse, but it will help give you a smoother finish. | ||
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#Turn the iron off. By now, your iron should be nice and hot. Turn it off and unplug it. This is very important. It will ensure that no water gets into your powdered makeup, which can ruin it. | #Turn the iron off. By now, your iron should be nice and hot. Turn it off and unplug it. This is very important. It will ensure that no water gets into your powdered makeup, which can ruin it. | ||
#* Make sure that the steam option on your iron is turned off. You want to use dry heat. | #* Make sure that the steam option on your iron is turned off. You want to use dry heat. | ||
| − | #Press the iron into the powder for 15 seconds. Make sure that you are pressing down as hard as your can. Do not move the iron up-and-down or side-to-side like you would when ironing clothes. The heat of the iron will help "set" the powder.<ref | + | #Press the iron into the powder for 15 seconds. Make sure that you are pressing down as hard as your can. Do not move the iron up-and-down or side-to-side like you would when ironing clothes. The heat of the iron will help "set" the powder.<ref name="rf7" /> |
#Lift the iron, wait a few seconds, then press it down onto the powder for another 15 seconds. When you lift the iron, you may notice that your powder is looking a lot smoother already. You will need to do the pressing process one more time, however. Again, make sure that you are pressing down hard, and that you are not moving the iron around. | #Lift the iron, wait a few seconds, then press it down onto the powder for another 15 seconds. When you lift the iron, you may notice that your powder is looking a lot smoother already. You will need to do the pressing process one more time, however. Again, make sure that you are pressing down hard, and that you are not moving the iron around. | ||
#Let the powder cool, then glue the metal pan back into the plastic case. While the pan cools, swirl some glue inside the cavity in the plastic case. Then, carefully lift the metal pan up, and press it back into the plastic case. Wait for the glue to dry before closing the case. | #Let the powder cool, then glue the metal pan back into the plastic case. While the pan cools, swirl some glue inside the cavity in the plastic case. Then, carefully lift the metal pan up, and press it back into the plastic case. Wait for the glue to dry before closing the case. | ||
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== Warnings == | == Warnings == | ||
| − | * These are usually temporary fixes. Your restored compact may still be fragile and can break easily again.<ref>http://www.allure.com/beauty-trends/blogs/daily-beauty-reporter/2016/02/fix-broken-makeup.html</ref> | + | * These are usually temporary fixes. Your restored compact may still be fragile and can break easily again.<ref name="rf8">http://www.allure.com/beauty-trends/blogs/daily-beauty-reporter/2016/02/fix-broken-makeup.html</ref> |
| − | * Some people find that after restoring, their compact makeup is a little bit harder/darker than before. Some people also find that it does not go on the same as before.<ref | + | * Some people find that after restoring, their compact makeup is a little bit harder/darker than before. Some people also find that it does not go on the same as before.<ref name="rf8" /> |
== Things You'll Need == | == Things You'll Need == | ||
