Although wearing glasses (even if you don’t need them) has been annoying for a while now, how to fix your hair and make your makeup remains a challenge for many women. If you are at work where you need to wear prescription safety glasses, the challenge may seem overwhelming. The good news is that there are products, tools and marketing strategies that can help you look your best and work. Ready to accept the challenge? Here are some “good practice habits,” which have been put together by experts in the field.

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Select the Right Frames

Standard safety mirrors are rated with ANSI Z87.1 and approved by OSHA, but definitely not the same size! Today’s safety frames need not make you look like you just graduated from high school chemistry. There are many stylish, feminine frames to choose from that will fit your face size and shape and your fashion sense. Choose a couple that compliments you, just as you would choose optical frames. For example, these Biloxi frames feature a feminine shape and style – ideal for a heart-shaped, oval, or round face. The quickest notices are the beautiful blue frames; however they offer an unobtrusive, virtually invisible side shield, as well as additional protection above the bridge. If aviator style is less than your type, several brands offer unisex safety frames on prescription or unregistered medication. If fun and enticing attract you, there are a number of options that are in line with the bill. Best of all, that doctor’s safety glasses are cheap, you can buy two pairs to change your look to suit your outfit or your mood.

Play Your Eyes

Knowing how to get closer to eye makeup is not always accurate, especially if your medication is strong, as it can affect the size and shape of your eyes. Here’s what the experts say:

1. Apply your makeup using a magnifying glass.
2. Define your eyes using liner and shadow. Your frames are firm, your liner should be large. Choose a bright, bright eyeshadow if your lenses make your eyes look smaller than they really are, and darker, matte shades when they increase the size of your eyes.
3. Open your eyes with a cat-eye style liner or with a “flick” on the outer edges, if you want something hidden.
4. If you are worried about the look of your eye looking too bold, use a brush or alternate cotton to blend the liner with your shade a bit.
5. Don’t use false eyebrows – they are just “too much” at work, and it will upset you because they will always rub your lenses.
6. Use a moisturizing mascara, rather than exfoliating, to avoid the same problem as wearing false eyelashes.

If your glasses cover your brows, you do not need to pay much attention to yourself if you have glasses all day. However, if the screen peaks fall below the pre-view line, make sure your browsers are configured and defined.

Wear Your Hair To Fit Your Work

While almost any hairstyle or length can look great with glasses, not all styles work well for jobs that require safety glasses. If you have long hair, consider wearing it with a low ponytail or top of a bun at work to keep it out of your face and away from the things you work with. That doesn’t mean you need to look like it took 10 seconds to do your hair in the morning. Make sure it is neatly combed and clean properly. Sleek ponytails or updos are great, but it’s also good to choose by pulling out thin strands to soften the look. If your hair is not long but still falls on your face as you work, consider investing in a few pieces of hair and holding their parts back.

Just because you wear prescription safety glasses doesn’t mean you can’t look amazing at work. Visit Marvel Optics to find a pair (or two!) That will keep you safe and make you look good.