Having dry skin can be tricky, especially when it comes to your makeup routine! To help you, here’s the complete guide to combatting makeup with dry skin + hacks included. In the end, you’ll have flawless makeup with happy skin! Let’s get started.
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Skin Prep
One of the most important factors of your skin is skin prep! It’s no secret that prepping your skin will result in better makeup. Make sure you are incorporating hydrating ingredients into your routine to make your skin happy!
Check your skincare products to verify they aren’t full of stripping ingredients which can cause harm to your skin.
For best results follow this routine:
- Start with washing your face with a hydrating gentle cleanser. Using this will prepare your skin for makeup without causing discomfort.
- After washing your face, gently pat dry and apply a hydrating cream. Using a hydrating cream with result in the best base for your skin.
- Then follow by applying some moisturizer, apply some SPF. Supergoop works very well when mixed with a moisturizer without pilling.
- Finally, don’t have to wear primer, but if you like to apply it now! Make sure to read the next section.
Check out our guide ALL about skin prep here!
Prime Time
Those who prefer to wear primer, listen up! Primer is great because it allows for a long wear flawless base. Before purchasing a primer make sure it states that it’s a hydrating formula.
You may notice that your makeup does not look as good when using certain primers. This is because they’re designed for different skin types! Make sure your current primer is designed for dry skin.
Below are some great hydrating primers!
COVERGIRL TruBlend Base Skin Primer, Moisturizing
Learn more about primer and how to use here!
Makeup Types
Listen up, because this is probably the most important thing you’re going to read in this blog post! Did you know makeup is actually made for specific skin types?! Make sure you are using the correct makeup type for your skin type.
If you really think about it and most of your routine is powder based is that really the best for dry skin? Having a routine like this will result in a patchy uneven base.
To correctly alter your routine for your skin, make sure you’re prioritizing cream and liquid makeup products. Once you implement these, you will see a fairly noticeable difference in how your makeup holds up and looks.
Powder.. Or Not?
The powder you use also matters! Once you’re all done with your makeup make sure to use a minimal amount of powder. Loose powder is best to use when going over your foundation, and pressed is best for your under eyes.
Melt That Makeup With Setting Mist
As you go through your makeup routine keep spraying a dewy setting mist. What this does is “melt” the makeup back into the skin making it easier to blend.
This hack has literally saved me so much! By the time I’m on blush my skin is so dry and my cream blush ends up looking weird. I spray this and my skin is back to how it’s supposed to be + my makeup looks amazing. Read more about this hack here!
Prioritize Hydrating Formulas!
Another useful hack, from now on before purchasing any makeup make sure it’s a hydrating formula. Implementing hydrating formulas with a dewy finish in your routine will make a huge difference! This is especially important for concealer and foundation.
Damp Beauty Blender
This is a great blending hack! You can do this two ways, either use a brush followed by a damp beauty blender. Or you can use a damp beauty blender. This is perfect for those wanting a more natural “skin-like” finish.
Read the complete guide to using a damp beauty blender here.
Save Time With Eyeshadow Sticks
I LOVE these. I’ll never stop talking about them. Eyeshadow sticks are perfect for those on the go, who want no fallout, and who have dry skin. It’s like it was made for us!
Eyeshadow sticks are very “swipe and go” It only takes a few seconds to apply and looks good all day.
PRO TIP: Apply some transparent look powder on top to ensure it lasts all day long. I thought of this a few weeks ago, tried it out, and it worked! Here’s my video link so you can see the results.
Minimally Apply
If you have very dry skin, make sure to minimally apply makeup. Avoid packing too much on your skin all at once and take time to blend everything out.
Melt The Makeup Off With Cleansing Balm
Lastly, a cleansing balm is a great form of removing makeup for dry skin! This is because it removes makeup without stripping your skin of it’s natural oils, it’s also a hydrating form of removal.
Now you know ALL about the best ways to tackle dry skin and makeup! Have you been doing any of these, but didn’t know it was what’s best?! Thank you for reading and subscribe to receive weekly makeup hacks from the Beginners Guide To Makeup!
