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• Method 1 of 3: Using makeup to create contours and highlights
• Method 3 of 3: Plastic surgery
• Tips
• Warnings

Noses come in all shapes and sizes, and they are all unique. If you feel self-conscious about the size of your nose, there are several ways you can make it look smaller. You can try applying makeup to shade and highlight your nose, divert attention from your nose, or take drastic measures to permanently change the size of your nose.

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Method 1 of 3: Using makeup to create contours and highlights

1. Know how contouring and highlighting works. You can use makeup that's slightly darker or lighter than your natural skin tone to make your nose appear smaller. Keep in mind that it doesn't really make your nose smaller. And if you have a very long nose, it won't look smaller from the side.
2. Choose the right make-up to create shadows and highlights. You can use powder or cream, but most people find that powder mixes more easily and that it works more pleasantly. You can buy special make-up to create highlights and contours, or just use matte eyeshadow. Don't use make-up that shines, or it will make your entire face glow.
   • For shadows, choose a color that is two or three shades darker than your skin.
   • For highlights, use a color that is two or three shades lighter than your skin.
   • Consider the undertones of your skin. Some people have warm yellow undertones, while others have cooler pink undertones. When choosing your colors for shadows and highlights, you need to find a shade that matches the undertones of your skin. If you choose the wrong colors it will look unnatural.
3. Buy the right tools and brushes. You need a few brushes to apply the makeup. If you are using powder, choose a brush with soft bristles. If you are using cream, use a brush with stiffer bristles. Here are the details of what you will need:
   • An angled brush to apply the shadows and highlights. This gives you the most control.
   • A soft brush to mix the two colors. You can also use a sponge for this, if you find it easier.
4. Know which hairstyles to avoid. Certain hairstyles draw attention to the center of your face. Long bangs over your eyebrows will prevent people from making eye contact with you. Instead, they look at the next characteristic: your nose. Here are some hairstyles that will draw attention to your nose:
   • A center parting pulls the eye down towards the nose
   • Straight hairstyles
   • Straight hairstyles
   • Tight ponytails
5. Choose the right accessories. Try to wear earrings or a necklace. That diverts attention from your nose. You can also wear a hat. If you have glasses, don't choose a small, thin frame, but rather a large one. This makes your nose fall away immediately and appear smaller.

Method 3 of 3: Plastic surgery

1. Get a nose job. If you want to permanently shrink your nose, you can invest in a nose job. Plastic surgery can make your nose smaller and change it in the following ways:
   • Make the nose or nostrils narrower or smaller
   • Remove bumps and dimples
   • Correct a bulbous, crooked or curled nose
   • Correct a crooked or asymmetrical nose
2. Know what to expect. The surgery usually takes one to two hours and is performed by a plastic surgeon under local or general anesthesia. As with most cosmetic surgeries, your medical history will first be reviewed to determine if you are a suitable candidate and what precautions should be taken.
3. Be aware that plastic surgery is not without risks. As with other surgeries, there are certain risks associated with rhinoplasty. You may experience any of the following problems during or after surgery:
   • Allergic reaction to medication, including anesthesia
   • Breathing difficulties
   • Bleeding
   • Bruising
   • Infections
4. Know that you will have to recover from it for a while. Most patients can go home the same day, although an overnight stay in hospital is sometimes necessary. Full recovery can take several weeks. During this healing process you can also suffer from bruises and swelling around the nose and eyes.
5. Be aware that you may need to wear some sort of splint around your nose for a week. It looks like a big bandage or bandage. The doctor can prescribe medicine for the swelling and pain. Some people find that a cold compress also helps.
6. Note that it can leave you with scars. Most of the time you won't see scars after plastic surgery, but if you have your nostrils made smaller, you may see small scars at the bottom of your nose. Sometimes capillaries on your nose also burst. That can result in small, red dots on your nose. They will not go away anymore.

Tips

• If you find it difficult to straighten the shadow lines along your nose, you can place two cotton swabs on the sides of your nose. Arrange them so that they touch the tip of your nose and the top of your nose.
• There are special sets in which certain colors are selected, so that you do not have to buy them separately.
• Don't open your nostrils wide. When you're angry, you may open your nostrils, making your nose look bigger.
• Get a piercing in your lip or ears. Then you divert attention from your nose, and it is much cheaper than plastic surgery.
• Know that there is nothing wrong with a big nose. Some people wish they had a slightly bigger nose. Whether you are male or female, know that you don't need a smaller nose to be beautiful or handsome.
• If it's really bothering you, try to figure out what you like about your nose. You may think it looks too big, but it has a nice shape.
• Learn about your family or genetic history. Sometimes it can help to accept your nose if you know it runs in families.
• Try to be confident about your nose. Sometimes you draw more attention to a certain characteristic because you are unsure about it.

Warnings

• Plastic surgery can be dangerous and can cause complications. It is important to discuss with your doctor exactly what you expect to be able to change about your nose.