Base makeup plays a crucial role in the makeup process. It provides benefits such as achieving an even skin tone, enhancing longevity, protecting the skin, and improving skin texture.
Step 1: Skincare before Makeup
Cleansing → Toning → Essence → Moisturizer/Cream → Sunscreen
Firstly, thoroughly cleanse the face to remove dirt and oil. Then, use a toner or facial water to shrink pores, balance the skin’s pH, and prepare it for the following skincare steps. Before applying base makeup, use a moisturizer, lotion, or hydrating serum to provide enough moisture to the skin, making the makeup adhere better and last longer. Remember to let each skincare step fully absorb into the skin before proceeding to the next one to avoid pilling. Applying sunscreen is essential to reduce damage from UV rays and photoaging.
Step 2: Primer
Apply primer to the face and pat it in with fingertips. This step serves to protect the skin from makeup, dust, bacteria, and also has a color-correcting and brightening effect.
Step 3: Concealer
Choose a concealer that matches your skin tone. For example, use an orange-toned concealer for bluish dark circles, or a shade darker than your skin tone for dark purple or brownish dark circles (avoiding the under-eye wrinkles). For blemishes and acne scars, choose a shade darker than your skin tone. For tear troughs and nasolabial folds, choose a shade lighter than your skin tone. Before applying concealer, warm it up with your fingertips and dot it onto the targeted areas. Then, use a tapping motion with a concealer brush to blend it in. This technique prevents a heavy and cakey appearance. If there are still areas that need further coverage, use a concealer pen for precise touch-ups.
Step 4: Liquid/Foundation
Choose a liquid foundation or foundation cream that suits your skin type and color. Use a sponge, brush, or fingertips to evenly apply the foundation to the face, paying attention to seamless blending at the neck and hairline.
Step 5: Setting
This step ensures the longevity and adherence of the base makeup. You can use setting sprays or loose powder to set the makeup in place.
Base makeup provides a solid foundation for the rest of your makeup, creating a flawless and long-lasting look while protecting the skin from external factors. It’s crucial to choose base makeup products that cater to your specific skin needs.
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