How to Cover Up a Cold Sore

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Wait until the cold sore has partially healed or scabbed over before applying makeup.

   Open cold sores will continue to ooze pus and fluid as part of the healing phase, and can worsen or take longer to heal when covered with makeup before scabbing occurs., Creamy, non-liquid concealers are often sold in small, concentrated amounts and can be purchased from the makeup section at your local drugstore.
   
   Yellow-based concealer can help neutralize redness, whereas skin-colored concealer can help hide the appearance of the cold sore. , Begin with applying a small amount, then add more as needed to complete cover the cold sore. , Finishing powder will help set the yellow-based concealer, as well as neutralize the color of the concealer. , Use a gentle stippling motion to apply the concealer so it blends in effectively with your skin. , This will help set the last layer of concealer. , This will help prevent the spreading of your cold sore virus.
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   Step 2: Purchase thick

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   Step 3: creamy

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   Step 4: yellow-based concealer

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   Step 5: as well as skin-colored concealer that matches the color of your skin tone.

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   Step 6: Use a disposable makeup sponge to apply the yellow-based concealer directly to the cold sore.

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   Step 7: Use a small

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   Step 8: disposable powder brush or cotton ball to lightly dust finishing powder on top of the yellow-based concealer.

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   Step 9: Use another clean

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    Step 10: disposable makeup sponge to apply the skin-colored concealer directly to the cold sore.

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    Step 11: Use the powder brush to apply another light dusting of finishing powder to the skin-colored concealer.

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    Step 12: Dispose of the makeup sponges and powder brushes immediately.

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