10 Makeup Tips For Gorgeous Dewy Skin
Looking fabulous 24/7 isn't always the easiest of tasks. Lack of sleep, stress, burn-out... Welcome to Walking Dead skin! Unless, of course, you follow our 10 face-saving makeup tips.
1
Prepare your skin
Before working on your complexion, you need to make sure your skin is squeaky clean and moisturised. So remove any grime with micellar water or a cleansing cream. If you have oily skin, treat yourself to a purifying clay face mask once a week.
Finish off by applying a moisturiser - the non-negotiable glowing skin golden rule!
Choose a day cream adapted to your needs or skin type and at night opt for a richer formula that will repair your epidermis whilst you sleep.
2
Iron out lines
Final step before applying your warpaint is to smoothe away skin-dulling lines caused by dehydration. Apply a primer or blur cream to cover minor blemishes, lines and even out your skin tone. Blurs are feather-light and residue-free. They leave our skin baby-soft and uniform - think 'Photoshop' in a tube. The results are jaw-droppingly impressive!
3
Choose the right foundation
The 'right' foundation means one that can't be seen. To avoid a caked-on look, go for a texture that suits your skin type: creamy for dry skin, fluid for combination skin and a mousse or mineral-based one for oily skin. You should choose a tone that perfectly matches the colour of your skin.
4
Go easy on the powder
Too much powder will only emphasise any enlarged pores or blemishes. Only apply a face powder if your skin's too shiny and go for a translucent formula that will diffuse light without accentuating your T-zone.
5
Perfect your pout
A touch of lippy brightens any complexion. Red, coral pink...Go for the one that best shows off your lips. If you prefer a natural look, apply a nude-colour lipstick for a sumptuous no makeup effect. Apply one that's two tines lighter than your lips to get a kissably uniform finish. Steer clear of lipsticks that are too dark - they'll only pile on the years!