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Friday, February 10, 2012 |
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MASTERING A PERFECT COMPLEXION |
Great skin is the basis for a beautiful face and flawless makeup. So what are you to do if you weren't born with model-quality skin? Here's how to create a perfect complexion:
Exfoliate
Makeup will not stay on if it is applied over dead skin cells. To create a palate of glowing fresh skin, use a gentle exfoliating scrub in the morning followed by an oil-free moisturizer. Let the moisturizer absorb into the skin for a few minutes before applying your makeup to avoid diluting your foundation.
Cover imperfections
Choose a concealer that matches your skin tone and apply it over your foundation. The drier the concealer, the longer it will stay on your skin, so stay away from liquid formulas (Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage is my personal favorite). Avoid applying the concealer with your fingers, which can spread oil to your skin and cause breakouts; instead, use a flat brush which will apply the concealer thinner, smoother, and more evenly.
Avoid cream-based blushes
Use powder formulas whenever possible because cream-based blushes are more likely to run, especially on oily skin. But if you can't live without cream blushes, go with cream-to-powder types, which blend well and will stay put.
Powder is your friend
To give your skin a silky finish, apply a bit of loose powder over your makeup. Using a big fluffy brush will only cause the powder to settle on the surface of the skin and won't set your makeup; instead, shake a bit of powder onto a puff, roll it over your hand to remove the excess, and gently press the powder into your foundation. Voila! Perfectly set makeup!
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