Steps in Skin-Prep for flawless makeup

There is a necessity of following proper steps of preparing skin to avoid patchy, uneven & unsettled makeup.

Nidhi Gudwani

November 17, 2021

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Nidhi Gudwani

CEO at Skinayu Organics |
Email: nidhi@skinayu.com |
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Steps in Skin-Prep for flawless makeup

Preparing skin before applying makeup is a necessity for flawless makeup & to create a smooth canvas for applying makeup.

This should be a never skipping part that must be practiced to make skin ready for makeup. Makeup includes layers of pigments, micas, talc, clays, emulsions on skin.

So, there is a necessity of following proper steps of preparing skin to avoid patchy, uneven & unsettled makeup.

Use right kind of products for skin prep that enhances the look of makeup by proper blending of makeup.

1. Cleansing

Always start skin prep by cleansing the skin. Cleaning is important to remove dirt, grim & oil from the skin. Always use mild facewash or cleansing lotion to gently clean the skin.

While apply the cleanser use soft circular motions making sure not to be harsh on skin. After cleansing, pat dry the face, do not rub with a towel.

2. Exfoliating

Exfoliating is an important step in skin-prep as it creates a smooth surface for skin by removing dry & dead skin. It reveals the soft & smoother skin beneath. Exfoliation should be done using mild & gentle scrub that do not damage the skin.

Always use soft circular motions while scrubbing. Try not to use any chemical exfoliators before makeup as they may cause any allergic reaction. Exfoliation should be done on both face & lips.

Face Exfoliation – Any emulsion based or gel-based exfoliators should be used on face according to particular skin type. Use any paraben and sulfate-free exfoliator to scrub out all the dead skin from the face.

Lip Exfoliation – Any balm based or oil-based lip scrub should be used to remove dead or chapped skin from the lips. This helps in smooth application of lipstick and gives flawless effect.

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3. Masking

Masking helps in the detoxification of skin. It also helps in tightening the skin & open pores after exfoliation. Use any clay-based face mask that enhances the shine & radiance of skin.

Apply it for 5 mins and wash it off with clean water. Make sure not to over dry the face mask as it may damage the skin.

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4. Toning

Tone your face with a floral water or hydrating mist to tone the skin. Make sure to use Alcohol Free Mist. Applying a mist hydrates the face and makes the skin toned. It also makes the skin plump & firm.

Rose water or lavender water or mix of any floral water can be used to tone the skin. Any hydrating- toning mist with active ingredients will rejuvenate the skin and prepare skin for makeup.

After spraying mist just dab it on the skin with fingers & let it penetrate to your skin, do not wipe it. After applying this, it will be easier to blend & absorb makeup for more natural look.

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5. Hydrating

Application of hydrating gel creams is a must as it smoothens the skin surface. It also gives boost of hydration in the skin. A hydrated skin is a perfect canvas for makeup as it promotes flawless & evenly blended makeup.

Use any hydrating cream with sodium hyaluronate & Acetamidoethoxyethanol as they provide added hydration. Apply it evenly on face and lips.

6. Moisturizing

By this step face is completely clean, smooth, toned & hydrated. The most important thing now is to seal all the hydration & actives in the skin by applying a barrier called moisturizer or cream.

Face Moisturizing – Application of face cream act as a barrier layer & seals hydration in the skin for longer hours. So, after all this even if the makeup is applied for longer hours, skin will not feel dull or dehydrated.

It will give natural dewy finish to the skin & will make it easier to blend pigments completely & easily.

Lip Moisturizing – Keep in mind to moisturize face & lips both as we also exfoliated lips too with a lip scrub. Applying a moisturizing lip balm with lots of natural oils & butter will give it plumpy and smoother lip.

It will also enhance the look of your lips after applying lip colour.

Following all these steps completely will help in creating a perfect canvas for makeup. These skin prep steps will also make the makeup application easier for giving a flawless look.

A perfect hydrated skin needs less efforts during makeup & enhance the look created by a makeup artist.

“Taking care skin is more important than covering it up.”
– Nidhi Gudwani

By NIDHI GUDWANI
Author is CEO at SKINAYU ORGANICS

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