A glamorous life doesn’t come without a glamorously busy schedule. Sometimes, we have to rock it at work, hurry to dinner with the ladies and finally, grab a drink with that hot date- or just catch up with family.
While it’s exhausting, your face doesn’t have to show it. Creating a long-lasting look is super simple and lets you spend more time in the moment and less time in front of the mirror. Learn how!
The true secret to long-lasting makeup is comprised of four basic components:
- Oil Control
- Moisturizer
- Primer &
- Powder
Oil control
Controlling the oil in your face is a major part to keeping your makeup in place. Choosing the right products for your skin type can make all the difference. It’s very important to know which skin products work for you and also to develop an understanding of which products are best in the long-run. If you have dry skin, use a hydrating formula. And if you have an oily skin, it is important to find a water or oil-free base. There are a variety of skin products made just for your skin type, be it; dry/oily/combination skin. If you don’t know what works for your skin type, keep trying different products until you find the right one.
Moisturizer
For makeup that lasts, you should always use a moisturizer (that works well with your skin type) before applying makeup. Moisturizer nourishes the skin and protects it from day-to-day elements (sun, wind, cold, toxins and pollutants) that can harm the skin. Moisturizer keeps the skin plum and comfortable, making it easier to apply makeup that truly lasts.
Primer
It’s no wonder makeup artists swear by makeup primer. A primer is a product, usually in the form of cream that you can apply to your face (and eyelids). Instead of letting your carefully applied look sink into or side off your face, use a makeup primer that will act like a second skin for your makeup to cling on to for up to 10 hours. It will smooth out your pores and let these products apply evenly. The oil-free formula also helps to fill in fine lines and nourish your visage at the same time.
Powder
It’s also very important to set makeup with a face powder. Face powder can be a great tool in keeping your makeup in place. Powder improves the skin’s appearance, evens out the skin and adds a matte finish to your makeup as well. Set your foundation and concealer with powder. Try to tap the powder instead of swiping as this will move the makeup. Once you tap the makeup, let it set for a while. After a few seconds, swipe slightly powder off and voila! You’re all set and ready to go!
Follow the above tips for Long Lasting Makeup, so that you won’t have to reapply it just after few hours.