Make up routines/techniques

[jarv]

I think it's useful to know what skin type you are first. And also as I got older I learned that skincare and makeup go hand in hand.

I have combination skin so I use foundations for combination/oily skin. I use a sponge to apply anything liquid, I use a brush for my premium foundations then blend more with a sponge. I then apply my powder with the flat base of a sponge because I find that helps the powder sit correctly and doesn't come off as easily if I used a brush.

I'd be wary of youtube tutorials as make up looks SO different on camera compared to real life, but it may be worth having a look at what make up styles you like on celebs maybe then looking up tutorials relating to that.

Also contouring isn't 100% necessary - it really depends on the look you go for. I do very light contour using a nyx stick which has a contour colour and concealer. To contour, I do a little line at the top of my forehead, small lines in the hollow of my cheek and then lines on my jawline then blend. I then use concealer to brighten up the under eye, middle of the forehead and nose and then the chin. Heavy contour just doesn't suit me as I am very pale so it has to be subtle. Powder contours can work quite well too for a subtle look.

There's also loads of good threads on Reddit for make up which has loads of information to help you work out your skin tone and then you can look up brands that are best for your skin tone and type.

I hope that helps but makeup really is such an individual thing. Don't feel pressured to wearing more makeup if you don't want to - I rarely wear foundation anymore, I just do concealer, light application of powder, blusher, eyebrows lightly filled then mascara on.

Oh! And also if you don't have an eyelash curler, invest in one because they make all the different before applying mascara. I was 25 when I started using them and can't go without one now!

Sorry this post is a mess I've had a few glasses of wine lol

 

[AlanBanan]

It’s my time to shine!

If your foundation is orange. Bin it, it’s not your colour and it’s oxidising. Foundation is meant to even out the colour of your skin. It’s to be flesh coloured.

The best way I find to do foundation is by having a moisturised face, use a primer ( I like porefressional by Benefit on the nose and cheeks and Smashbox for the rest of the face) then I take a buffing brush and apply the foundation in a soft circular motion, make sure to go around your neck and behind your ears and then I dampen my beauty blender and slightly bounce it to give it a smoother blend.

Concealer is quite easy, a lot of people tend to use too much and it just makes them look scary, just put a slight swipe under your eye or anywhere that needs a bit more coverage and blend it out with the sponge until it blends into your foundation. Please don’t use a brighter concealer, it’s meant to be the same colour as your skin not 3 times lighter it just makes people look manic.

Contour depends on the shape of your face and head. But also what type of contour are you doing? Cream or powder? I recommend powder if you’re starting out as it’s far more forgiving. Also contour truly only works out if you are light handed and can blend well.

You need to find a cool shade that suits your skin best and a tapered fluffy brush and work with the hollows of your cheeks and blend the product towards your ears.

When doing blush don’t do that smiling face, as it just makes your face look like your cheeks sitting too high and naturally your face is not constantly smiling. I find blush is naturally best placed right above your contour and also when doing blush put a tiny amount over the bridge of your nose as it gives a more natural look.

Powder is quite straightforward, loose or pressed is fine. Just as long as it’s the right shade and actually sets your makeup. I like to use a damp beauty blender and press the powder into my face but most people prefer just using a brush. Just do not go super heavy handed as it can easily cake up.

If you want any other tips just ask as I now feel like I’m going overboard

 

[Happyvalley]

I recommend Lisa Eldridge on you tube for her make up videos. She’s really experienced, has lots of different make up tips to suit everyone and also is relaxing to watch

 

[Saddlesoap]

Hi, I’m sorry for the late post. I had to make this is in the memo part of my phone as the site kept acting weird for me.
But your skin looks like it’s dehydrated hence the oily t-zone and dry skin. Also your wash might be too astringent for your skincare needs.
A lot of the stuff I’m going to recommended is “La Roche-Posay” as I have found anyone I’ve worked with and have recommended this brand to, has ended up using it permanently also as it’s a mid range skin care brand it won’t destroy you financially and the products do go a long way before needing to be replaced.

Face Wash & Cleansers -

Toleraine Face wash cleanser for sensitive skin.

Cerave hydrating cleanser is similar to it too but a lot of people find Cerave can cause an acne flare up if you’re prone to acne.

Both of these are available in Boots!

Moisturiser -

Double Repair Moisturiser - I have many high end skin care and I always end up going back to this. It makes your dry areas moisturised and leaves your oily areas matte.

CeraVe smoothing cream it has salicylic acid in it that gives the skin the exfoliation it needs, aswell as hyaluronic acid and urea to help the skin remain moisturised

La Roche-Posay cicaplast b5 is great for anytime your skin has any sort of damage to it, like irritation or dry. A lot of parents use it for their babies nappy rash.

Those Garnier moisture bomb masks are great and I think you should keep using them regularly as they truly are a good product
If you want tips on serums and other types of creams just ask but I want to keep your routine as simple as possible.

Your anti aging issues, the best thing to use is sun cream! Even in the winter you should wear some it protects the skin from UV.

Retinol is the best thing for anti aging effects but it should be used regularly if you want to see results. The product i use is Elizabeth Arden capsules but as they’re pricey I recommend the Olay retinol24 line. They’re a bit more pricier than regular Olay products but are worth it and they’re truly fantastic products.

Regarding you wanting Botox, go ahead get it if you truly want it. It will give the best result out of all the creams and potions recommended. But overtime it will just require topping up and the older you get the more you will need and it needs to be maintained. Your best off looking after your skin, protecting it from weather, avoiding smoking, keeping yourself hydrated, eating well and not over indulging in alcohol. Little things like that make an overall improvement on your skin and when in hand with the products you are using, your skin will thank you and it will look amazing.
The only skin care products I will tell you to steer clear of is anything too heavily fragranced (especially the soap and glory line)


For liquid foundation you need a buffing brush, kabuki brushes are best for powders. Separate your face into sections and do bit by bit, do not do it as quick as possible and just apply it all over your face immediately. Get the brush and buff it into your face as lightly as possible using a circular motion, then take a damp blender and bounce it firmly around your face, when I was in Korea and got my makeup done it was the best makeup tip I ever learned as it rarely ever fails on most people. It does feel like your face is being battered but you’ll be gorgeous!


Powder foundation less is more! Also I think with the primer you are using is causing the problem of cakiness as it’s making your face tacky causing the powder to stick to it incorrectly.
For powder foundation, I apply a matte primer(Bare Minerals have their own primer specifically for their powdered foundation), then I apply a small amount of face powder to the face, I use a buffing brush again, I blow off the excess powder foundation, I concentrate on the areas that need the most coverage and starting blending outwards to the rest of the face that doesn’t need as much, then I apply my other powder products such as blush, eyeshadow and bronzer and then I use. I then give a spritz of Urban Decay all nighter or Mac prep and prime fix spray.

For powder you only need a small amount and just give your face a light dusting of it to set your face.

It cosmetics has the best CC cream I have ever used and as it seems you struggle with pigmentation, it evens out the skin colour but doesn’t have the heaviness of a foundation.
For foundation if you want to try, I enjoy the Giorgio Armani luminous silk (it’s very expensive but it lasts ages) and a nice drugstore option is the L’Oréal true match it also has the best skin colour range compared to other chemist brand foundations.
Ask for more tips you need x

Oh my god this is amazingggg, thank you so much
Gonna have a proper read shortly and look up the products you recommended

 

[BettyCrockerr]

Happy Easter everyone

I’m in my mid twenties and when my student loan comes in I want to invest in a new make up routine.

Since lockdown last year I haven’t really been wearing any make up and now I want to learn how to apply it properly.

Please don’t judge me! I apply my No 7 foundation with a sponge and then use a brush to apply (rimmel) powder all over my face where I’ve applied the foundation to stop me from looking orange! I then use eyebrow pencil and mascara.

Is this what I should be doing? I want to be able to apply it properly. Should I look up make up tutorials on YouTube?

What make up should I go for? What does everyone use in their routines? I’m completely new to contouring as well, I just don’t have a clue what I’m doing. I feel like by my age I should know how to apply make up properly

Please help a girl out

You first need to get the correct colour of foundation/powder/concealer etc - no, you shouldn’t have to be using powder over foundation to stop it looking orange. If your foundation looks orange on your skin it’s because you are using the entirely wrong colour.

What is your skin like and do you feel you have problem areas that you want to help cover? For example do you have acne/scars? Do you have dark under eye circles or areas of pigmentation you would like to even out? There’s no point in using products if you don’t need them and within each product there’s a wide range of types. For example with foundation, there’s various levels of coverage depending on the look you are trying to achieve.

i would go back to basics. Ditch the orange foundation and powder combo! Try one of the many BB creams that are out there - these give a light natural coverage. Then use a concealer just to cover any blemishes and even out under eye darkness etc. Use a translucent powder to set everything if that’s what you feel more comfortable doing. Shape eyebrows with an eyebrow pencil or pen. Curl lashes and use mascara. Look up you tube tutorials to try various eye make up looks/eye liner etc
Lips can be kept simple with a natural liner and gloss or coloured balm.

it’s all about experimenting and practicing with different products & techniques. When ships open up again I’d go and get your make up done at a MAC counter or similar abs see what they do/suggest

Just don’t feel you have to do make up a certain way or that you have to use certain products or whatever. Make up is very personal and should enhance how you naturally look, rather than being a mask and looking like everyone else.

 

[SheMyBestie]

Yep. I don’t even use primer or anything I just put a bit on a fresh clean face with clean fingers and gently rub it in.

Can I just say I know I came here asking for advice but I love this thread. Thank you ladies!

I’m currently on Look Fantastic. I’m looking at getting the medium as I’m not that pale. I’ve been matched for Ivory in the past.

 

[prinnygrace]

Spent £90 on boots today mainly my fake tan products but also got the IT girl CC cream, a liquid blush and a cream contour stick. A lot of my current makeup products are powder but I’m loving a more dewy, natural look so excited to give cream products a go!

 

[Shineyshine]

Happy Easter everyone

I’m in my mid twenties and when my student loan comes in I want to invest in a new make up routine.

Since lockdown last year I haven’t really been wearing any make up and now I want to learn how to apply it properly.

Please don’t judge me! I apply my No 7 foundation with a sponge and then use a brush to apply (rimmel) powder all over my face where I’ve applied the foundation to stop me from looking orange! I then use eyebrow pencil and mascara.

Is this what I should be doing? I want to be able to apply it properly. Should I look up make up tutorials on YouTube?

What make up should I go for? What does everyone use in their routines? I’m completely new to contouring as well, I just don’t have a clue what I’m doing. I feel like by my age I should know how to apply make up properly

Please help a girl out

I agree with @BettyCrockerr above. Keep it simple. If you’re not used to wearing makeup don’t go out and spend your precious student loan money on things you might not use. Forget contouring and highlighting etc for the time being and concentrate on getting the right base product that you feel comfortable with, gives you the right amount of coverage and is the correct shade. Build from there.

All you need to start with are a few basics as well as a base product. Perhaps a blush, mascara, lip colour and you’re good to go. Once you get used to it then you can add colour eye products etc.

My advice would be don’t try and over complicate things too soon or you’ll end up wasting a tonne of money and end up disappointed - been there! Have fun with it

 

[AlanBanan]

Ok, so.
I think I have combination skin. My cheeks are dry, but I can get an oily tzone

Daily:
Eve Taylor age resist priming moisturiser or if my skin is feeling dry I use Garnier Moisture bomb.
Face Theory Freshening Face wash (have just realised it's for oily/combination skin though)

In the evening if I remember I use a Tropics cleanser

I have a Magnitone which I use occasionally

I will sometimes use a Moisture Bomb sheet mask or a Superdrug VitC Revitalising mask

Make up wise I have Bare Minerals powder and complexion rescue tinted moisturiser and Tropics Sheer foundation. I use one depending on my mood, though been using the Tropics one most since I got it. I have a kabuki brush for the powder and a beauty blender for the liquid. Smashbox primer goes on first.
Bare minerals blush or bronzer.

My biggest skin concerns are aging, particularly smile lines around my eyes (looking a Botox this year) and uneven skin tone on my cheeks. It looks so much worse on the photo than I though

ETA Sorry for jumping on here OP

Hi, I’m sorry for the late post. I had to make this is in the memo part of my phone as the site kept acting weird for me.
But your skin looks like it’s dehydrated hence the oily t-zone and dry skin. Also your wash might be too astringent for your skincare needs.
A lot of the stuff I’m going to recommended is “La Roche-Posay” as I have found anyone I’ve worked with and have recommended this brand to, has ended up using it permanently also as it’s a mid range skin care brand it won’t destroy you financially and the products do go a long way before needing to be replaced.

Face Wash & Cleansers -

Toleraine Face wash cleanser for sensitive skin.

Cerave hydrating cleanser is similar to it too but a lot of people find Cerave can cause an acne flare up if you’re prone to acne.

Both of these are available in Boots!

Moisturiser -

Double Repair Moisturiser - I have many high end skin care and I always end up going back to this. It makes your dry areas moisturised and leaves your oily areas matte.

CeraVe smoothing cream it has salicylic acid in it that gives the skin the exfoliation it needs, aswell as hyaluronic acid and urea to help the skin remain moisturised

La Roche-Posay cicaplast b5 is great for anytime your skin has any sort of damage to it, like irritation or dry. A lot of parents use it for their babies nappy rash.

Those Garnier moisture bomb masks are great and I think you should keep using them regularly as they truly are a good product
If you want tips on serums and other types of creams just ask but I want to keep your routine as simple as possible.

Your anti aging issues, the best thing to use is sun cream! Even in the winter you should wear some it protects the skin from UV.

Retinol is the best thing for anti aging effects but it should be used regularly if you want to see results. The product i use is Elizabeth Arden capsules but as they’re pricey I recommend the Olay retinol24 line. They’re a bit more pricier than regular Olay products but are worth it and they’re truly fantastic products.

Regarding you wanting Botox, go ahead get it if you truly want it. It will give the best result out of all the creams and potions recommended. But overtime it will just require topping up and the older you get the more you will need and it needs to be maintained. Your best off looking after your skin, protecting it from weather, avoiding smoking, keeping yourself hydrated, eating well and not over indulging in alcohol. Little things like that make an overall improvement on your skin and when in hand with the products you are using, your skin will thank you and it will look amazing.
The only skin care products I will tell you to steer clear of is anything too heavily fragranced (especially the soap and glory line)


For liquid foundation you need a buffing brush, kabuki brushes are best for powders. Separate your face into sections and do bit by bit, do not do it as quick as possible and just apply it all over your face immediately. Get the brush and buff it into your face as lightly as possible using a circular motion, then take a damp blender and bounce it firmly around your face, when I was in Korea and got my makeup done it was the best makeup tip I ever learned as it rarely ever fails on most people. It does feel like your face is being battered but you’ll be gorgeous!


Powder foundation less is more! Also I think with the primer you are using is causing the problem of cakiness as it’s making your face tacky causing the powder to stick to it incorrectly.
For powder foundation, I apply a matte primer(Bare Minerals have their own primer specifically for their powdered foundation), then I apply a small amount of face powder to the face, I use a buffing brush again, I blow off the excess powder foundation, I concentrate on the areas that need the most coverage and starting blending outwards to the rest of the face that doesn’t need as much, then I apply my other powder products such as blush, eyeshadow and bronzer and then I use. I then give a spritz of Urban Decay all nighter or Mac prep and prime fix spray.

For powder you only need a small amount and just give your face a light dusting of it to set your face.

It cosmetics has the best CC cream I have ever used and as it seems you struggle with pigmentation, it evens out the skin colour but doesn’t have the heaviness of a foundation.
For foundation if you want to try, I enjoy the Giorgio Armani luminous silk (it’s very expensive but it lasts ages) and a nice drugstore option is the L’Oréal true match it also has the best skin colour range compared to other chemist brand foundations.
Ask for more tips you need x

 

[BettyCrockerr]

Anyone got any BB Cream recommendations? I've finally mastered my skincare to the point that I don't feel the need to wear a full coverage foundation every day but I still want to even out my skin tone a little. Never used BB cream before so no idea what the best are! Don't mind if it is drug store or high end really (as long as it isn't crazy ££ lolll)

I’ve always used the original Garnier one

Garnier Oil Free Light BB Cream (40ml)

Buy Garnier Oil Free Light BB Cream (40ml) - luxury skincare, hair care, makeup and beauty products at LOOKFANTASTIC.com with Free Delivery.

www.lookfantastic.com

 

[Flossy2019]

I recommend spectrum brushes. I love mine and they blend my foundation really nicely. I got this ( see pic) highlighter from boots and oh my god it makes me look so healthy and fresh. I’ve had a few comments at work from postmen saying I look radiant so if a man is noticing I think it’s worth the £3. I can’t live without it now , it compliments my skin ( I am quite dry skinned and pale) but it’s really subtle

 

[prinnygrace]

Anyone got any BB Cream recommendations? I've finally mastered my skincare to the point that I don't feel the need to wear a full coverage foundation every day but I still want to even out my skin tone a little. Never used BB cream before so no idea what the best are! Don't mind if it is drug store or high end really (as long as it isn't crazy ££ lolll)

 

[Easilyannoyed]

Some foundations just don’t suit certain people depending on the products you use prior to application or your skin type some ingredients also don’t work well together. My friend and myself love makeup she recommend the nars radiant long wear foundation I have a good skin routine and this foundation is honestly the worst thing I’ve ever used but on her she looks flawless not joking no matter what I do it look awful. Went back to huda faux filter looks great so strange I also second that foundation.com I think is actually quite good for shade recommendation x

 

[BettyCrockerr]

I’ve been looking through all your suggestions and have narrowed it down to these. I’ve also looked through all my make up and it needs throwing!! So I’m starting completely afresh!
I’m thinking of going for these. What do you think of these? X

The only thing I’d say is the BB creams do tend to be darker than you might be expecting,I’d maybe say the medium might be good for olive skin tones or darker? I’m not sure what your tone is? I use the light version and it still comes out a brown colour when you squeeze it out and it gives you a nice warm glow so I’d suggest going for a lighter one unless you have a darker or olive skin tone?

 

[DCICassieStuart]

I’m looking at NARS foundation. Would anyone recommend them? They have a colour match option on their website that tells you your recommended colour. I don’t know how accurate this is. Given the shops are all closed atm, and I’m pretty sure all the testers are not going to be on display on the 12th I don’t know what to do re: powders.

Have a look at https://findation.com/

It's usually a pretty good match.

 

[Clairer86]

I havent read all the other comments yet, but for me the most important thing is to invest in some decent brushes. I love my Zoeva and Smith brushes.

Face
I always start with a moisturizer, and then some primer.
Foundation
Concealer
Cream Contour
Powder
Bronzer
Blush
Highlighter
Setting Spray.

For my eyes
Concealer or eye primer
and then i use a pallett- ive got hundreds so it just depends what i fancy/what look to go for.
Mascarra and eyeliner
Eyebrow pencil and gel

I absolutely love make up, i use a mixture of high end and drugstore brands. I love love love Benefit makeup but they give away to so many influencers now and its put me off them

For your base makeup it depends on your budget and whether you want a full coverage, matte, dewy look? Estee Lauder Double wear is the foundation i use when i was full coverage and when im going out out (but it makes me feel ick if i wear it every day for general use). Nars is another lovely brand and they do a lovely foundation. Drugstore- i love Maybeline Urban dream cover, its a satin finish and its perfect for every day use. Also Loreal true match foundation is amazing for every day use.
I used to love MAC but ive found myself reaching for other brands tbh. As i said, i love Benefit but i hate the way they spoil influencers, but Benfit highlighters, hoola bronzer, and all of their mascara range are amazing.

I love playing around with make up and finding dupes. A good dupe for Benefit hoola bronzer is Physicians formula bronzer.

For eyes, Morphe are quite a good brand. It is relatively cheap and they do a lot of variety. Urban Decay have some lovely pallets as well.

I think nowadays drugstore brands have totally upped their game and they are so much better than they used to be. And im not ashamed to mix drugstore with high end brands.

For me, the most important thing regarding make up is having decent brushes. If you can, i would highly reccomend you getting yourself some Smith or Zoeva brushes, or even Sigma are quite good.

 

[calmyourritas]

I’m looking for recommendations or advice on eyebrows products. I have blonde hair and I would say brown natural eyebrows, they are quite full and I get them threaded so they look natural but I feel like I could do more with them. I don’t want them to stand out too much haha. Can anyone help?

I use the nyx brow mascara everyday and love it!

 

[BettyCrockerr]

This looks good. Do you use this instead of foundation?

Yep. I don’t even use primer or anything I just put a bit on a fresh clean face with clean fingers and gently rub it in.

 

[SheMyBestie]

I think it's useful to know what skin type you are first. And also as I got older I learned that skincare and makeup go hand in hand.

I have combination skin so I use foundations for combination/oily skin. I use a sponge to apply anything liquid, I use a brush for my premium foundations then blend more with a sponge. I then apply my powder with the flat base of a sponge because I find that helps the powder sit correctly and doesn't come off as easily if I used a brush.

I'd be wary of youtube tutorials as make up looks SO different on camera compared to real life, but it may be worth having a look at what make up styles you like on celebs maybe then looking up tutorials relating to that.

Also contouring isn't 100% necessary - it really depends on the look you go for. I do very light contour using a nyx stick which has a contour colour and concealer. To contour, I do a little line at the top of my forehead, small lines in the hollow of my cheek and then lines on my jawline then blend. I then use concealer to brighten up the under eye, middle of the forehead and nose and then the chin. Heavy contour just doesn't suit me as I am very pale so it has to be subtle. Powder contours can work quite well too for a subtle look.

There's also loads of good threads on Reddit for make up which has loads of information to help you work out your skin tone and then you can look up brands that are best for your skin tone and type.

I hope that helps but makeup really is such an individual thing. Don't feel pressured to wearing more makeup if you don't want to - I rarely wear foundation anymore, I just do concealer, light application of powder, blusher, eyebrows lightly filled then mascara on.

Oh! And also if you don't have an eyelash curler, invest in one because they make all the different before applying mascara. I was 25 when I started using them and can't go without one now!

Sorry this post is a mess I've had a few glasses of wine lol

No, no thank you. That makes sense. I’ve got quite oily skin. I’ve recently given in to the hype and purchased a lumi for my skincare routine.
Thank you for the advice. Eyelash curler is now on my list!

 

[Easilyannoyed]

Hi, I’m sorry for the late post. I had to make this is in the memo part of my phone as the site kept acting weird for me.
But your skin looks like it’s dehydrated hence the oily t-zone and dry skin. Also your wash might be too astringent for your skincare needs.
A lot of the stuff I’m going to recommended is “La Roche-Posay” as I have found anyone I’ve worked with and have recommended this brand to, has ended up using it permanently also as it’s a mid range skin care brand it won’t destroy you financially and the products do go a long way before needing to be replaced.

Face Wash & Cleansers -

Toleraine Face wash cleanser for sensitive skin.

Cerave hydrating cleanser is similar to it too but a lot of people find Cerave can cause an acne flare up if you’re prone to acne.

Both of these are available in Boots!

Moisturiser -

Double Repair Moisturiser - I have many high end skin care and I always end up going back to this. It makes your dry areas moisturised and leaves your oily areas matte.

CeraVe smoothing cream it has salicylic acid in it that gives the skin the exfoliation it needs, aswell as hyaluronic acid and urea to help the skin remain moisturised

La Roche-Posay cicaplast b5 is great for anytime your skin has any sort of damage to it, like irritation or dry. A lot of parents use it for their babies nappy rash.

Those Garnier moisture bomb masks are great and I think you should keep using them regularly as they truly are a good product
If you want tips on serums and other types of creams just ask but I want to keep your routine as simple as possible.

Your anti aging issues, the best thing to use is sun cream! Even in the winter you should wear some it protects the skin from UV.

Retinol is the best thing for anti aging effects but it should be used regularly if you want to see results. The product i use is Elizabeth Arden capsules but as they’re pricey I recommend the Olay retinol24 line. They’re a bit more pricier than regular Olay products but are worth it and they’re truly fantastic products.

Regarding you wanting Botox, go ahead get it if you truly want it. It will give the best result out of all the creams and potions recommended. But overtime it will just require topping up and the older you get the more you will need and it needs to be maintained. Your best off looking after your skin, protecting it from weather, avoiding smoking, keeping yourself hydrated, eating well and not over indulging in alcohol. Little things like that make an overall improvement on your skin and when in hand with the products you are using, your skin will thank you and it will look amazing.
The only skin care products I will tell you to steer clear of is anything too heavily fragranced (especially the soap and glory line)


For liquid foundation you need a buffing brush, kabuki brushes are best for powders. Separate your face into sections and do bit by bit, do not do it as quick as possible and just apply it all over your face immediately. Get the brush and buff it into your face as lightly as possible using a circular motion, then take a damp blender and bounce it firmly around your face, when I was in Korea and got my makeup done it was the best makeup tip I ever learned as it rarely ever fails on most people. It does feel like your face is being battered but you’ll be gorgeous!


Powder foundation less is more! Also I think with the primer you are using is causing the problem of cakiness as it’s making your face tacky causing the powder to stick to it incorrectly.
For powder foundation, I apply a matte primer(Bare Minerals have their own primer specifically for their powdered foundation), then I apply a small amount of face powder to the face, I use a buffing brush again, I blow off the excess powder foundation, I concentrate on the areas that need the most coverage and starting blending outwards to the rest of the face that doesn’t need as much, then I apply my other powder products such as blush, eyeshadow and bronzer and then I use. I then give a spritz of Urban Decay all nighter or Mac prep and prime fix spray.

For powder you only need a small amount and just give your face a light dusting of it to set your face.

It cosmetics has the best CC cream I have ever used and as it seems you struggle with pigmentation, it evens out the skin colour but doesn’t have the heaviness of a foundation.
For foundation if you want to try, I enjoy the Giorgio Armani luminous silk (it’s very expensive but it lasts ages) and a nice drugstore option is the L’Oréal true match it also has the best skin colour range compared to other chemist brand foundations.
Ask for more tips you need x

You can get discount on look fantastic I think it is for the luminous foundation I also love it x