Tips to help your makeup to last all day
So you’ve applied your makeup and you look fabulous…for about a hour that is. There’s nothing more frustrating than spending ages perfecting your makeup just for the weather or the air conditioning to ruin it. Whilst you can’t keep your makeup looking exactly as it was when you applied it there’s tricks will certainly help your makeup to last all day.
Say goodbye to dead skin
Did you know dead skin cells can actually play havoc with your makeup? Dead skin cells can leave the surface uneven which could result in a blotchy uneven look. By exfoliating regularly your skin will be a lot smoother and give your makeup a better surface to settle on which should increase the longevity.
Primer is a great way of helping your makeup to last all day
Primers are great for sealing in moisturiser and giving you a smooth, even surface for you to apply beauty products. Primer works by preventing your makeup being absorbed which helps to keep your look staying fresh for much longer.
Moisturisers can help your look last longer
With today’s technology it’s actually possible for certain moisturisers to keep your makeup looking fresh. Levels of hydration and sebum can fluctuate in the skin over the course of the day which can cause your makeup to start to collect in fine lines and creases. By using a ‘smart’ moisturiser you will combat this as the moisturiser responds to over ageing to stop the creasing occurring. Try Clinique Smart Customer Repair moisturiser to start off with.
Layer your makeup if you want it to last all day
There’s nothing that looks worse then a big heavy application of beauty products. When you apply your beauty products in heavy layers your makeup is more likely to slip off and disappear. By applying in light layers and blending regularly your makeup will look a lot more natural and will last longer.
Wear longwear products
There are some beauty products that are formulated specifically to last longer than traditional products. Longwear beauty products cover everything from eyeliners to mascara and can stay put for hours without shifting.
Make sure you set your beauty products once applied
Using powder is great for setting your foundation as it can help to seal the product in. Sweep powder all over your face after applying foundation for the best results.
Keep your lipstick in check
The trick to keeping your lipstick looking amazing is to build up the colour in a number of layers. Use a lip liner to frame your lips which helps to give structure and grip for your lipstick. Use a brush to apply your lipstick slowly building it up in light layers. Finally finish by going over your lipstick with a pencil to set the colour.
Avoid touching your face if you want your makeup to last all day
We’re all guilty of touching our faces after applying makeup but this is actually the number one reason for causing your makeup to fade. If half your makeup ends up on your fingers then this is one habit you need to stop. After all not only are you ruining your makeup, you’re spreading germs, viruses and bacteria from your fingers to your face. Try finding something else to occupy your time like squeezing a stress ball.
Blotting is best
If your makeup starts to fade during the day it’s very tempting to want to top it up. Whilst there’s nothing wrong with a quick touch up, if you go too heavy with the foundation or mascara it can start to look cakey which can increase the size of your pores.
Don’t forget to set your look!
Once all is done you’re probably keen to get out the door but it’s important you don’t forget your setting spray. Setting sprays are designed to stop your makeup melting so you can keep it looking fresh day and night.
I hope these tips will help you to keep you looking fresh and fabulous. Do let me know how you get on.
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