Content

• To step
• Part 1 of 3: Cleanse your skin
• Part 2 of 3: Apply a moisturizer
• Tips
• Warnings

When applying makeup, most people think of using foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara, as well as adding a fun color to the lips. However, they forget the steps that should be taken to prepare the skin for makeup application. Preparing your skin ahead of time will allow you to apply your makeup evenly and keep everything in place. The better your skin looks ahead of time, the better your makeup will look. So take steps to cleanse your skin, apply moisturizer, and use a primer before you apply your makeup.

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Part 1 of 3: Cleanse your skin

1. Choose a cleanser that suits your skin type. It is best to apply your makeup on fresh, clean skin. Before applying your makeup, wash your skin with a mild cleanser suitable for your skin type.
   • If you have dry skin, look for a foam cleanser. A foam cleanser helps to moisturize the skin while cleansing.
   • Use a gel or foam cleanser if you have oily skin. This will help remove dirt and grease from your skin without irritating your skin.
   • If you have combination skin, it means that some areas of your skin are oily and other areas are normal or dry. In this case, look for a cleanser that is specially formulated for combination skin. Such a cleanser is suitable for treating both oily and dry skin.
   • If you have sensitive skin that gets irritated easily, look for the mildest cleanser you can find. Such a cleaner usually consists of vegetable oils.
   • If you get blemishes easily, look for a cleanser with salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, or tea tree oil as an ingredient to help keep blemishes away.
2. Build a routine. It is important to wash your face with a mild cleanser every night before bed to remove the impurities that have accumulated on your face during your day. Then wash your face again in the morning (which is probably before applying your makeup anyway).
   • If you wake up late one day and don't have time to wash your face, at least splash some cold water on your face to wake up your skin. It also helps to be more alert and keep your skin looking refreshed.

Part 2 of 3: Apply a moisturizer

1. Choose the right moisturizer. Ideally, you have two moisturisers, a lighter for the day with a sun protection factor and a slightly heavier one for the night. Before applying makeup, use the lighter moisturizer. Make sure your daytime moisturizer has a sun protection factor of at least 15 to protect your skin from the sun.
   • If you have a lot of blemishes and / or oily skin, look for oil-free moisturisers that are non-comedogenic. The latter means that they don't clog your pores.
   • If you have dry skin, you can look for daytime creams that are slightly thicker. A thicker cream will also make your skin look fresher and healthier.
2. Consider using a serum. If your skin dries quickly, using a serum can help moisturize your face a little more. With most facial care products, it's important to remember that just a little bit goes a long way. This is especially true when it comes to serums.
   • Look for a serum with antioxidants like vitamin C, anti-inflammatory agents like zinc, and moisturizing ingredients like amino acids.
   • Apply after cleansing your face and using toner, but before using any moisturizer.
   • If you want to start using serum as part of your facial care routine but your skin is on the oily side, try applying it at night.
   • Gently dab a few blobs of the serum on your cheeks, forehead, and chin and gently pat it into your skin.
3. Choose a primer. No matter how extensively you make up, applying a primer will get your skin ready for whatever you want to put on your skin. There are many types of makeup primer on the market, so choose the one that meets your needs.
   • For example, if you have acne on your face or red facial skin, a light green primer will work well to counteract that redness.
   • A primer with silicone is also a good option, because the silicone acts as a kind of barrier. You will be able to apply your make-up more easily and evenly and your make-up will last longer. Moreover, this way you prevent the fat in your skin from mixing with your make-up.
   • Makeup Primer also helps to fill in all the lines in your skin so that no makeup gets in.
4. Make up like you normally do. Now that you've taken the trouble to prep your skin, you can apply your makeup as you normally would. Remember, the better you prepare your skin for makeup, the better your makeup will eventually look and the longer your makeup will last.
   • If you follow your facial care routine consistently, your skin will look beautiful even without makeup. That means you don't have to use a lot of makeup anyway.

Tips

• Remember that with a little makeup you can go a long way. If you're going out for an evening, you can put on a heavier make-up, but try to keep your everyday makeup light and fresh.

Warnings

• Don't underestimate the importance of using a moisturizer with a sun protection factor. Your skin will eventually be damaged by the sun, which can cause fine lines, wrinkles and even skin cancer. Even on cloudy days, your skin can be damaged by UV rays from the sun.