5 useful makeup tips for dry skin beauties
What's the story
Dry skin causes the build-up of dead skin cells on your face which makes it difficult for you to apply makeup and get smooth, flawless, and hydrated skin. Most of the time, the foundation and concealer cling to the dry patches on your skin, making your makeup look patchy and uneven. Here are a few essential makeup tips for dry skin.
Skin prep
Prep your skin well
First, wash your face with a gentle cleanser formulated for dry skin. Then, exfoliate your skin well with an aloe vera-infused scrub to eliminate the dead skin cells and soothe your skin. Use a hydrating serum infused with pure hyaluronic acid followed by an intense nourishing moisturizer. Apply enough moisturizer around your nose area that tends to get dry easily.
Hydrating formula
Apply your primer and foundation
After prepping your skin well, apply a hydrating primer to add some nourishment to your skin and create a smooth canvas for your makeup. It will also ensure your makeup stays long. Go for a liquid foundation in a hydrating and luminous formula. Use a damp makeup sponge to apply the foundation instead of using your fingers to prevent any dry patches.
Setting your makeup
Apply concealer and set your makeup
After applying your foundation, go ahead with a liquid or cream concealer to hide any imperfections on your face or dark circles. Use a series of small pats to apply your concealer. You can then use a small brush to add full coverage to the under-eye area. Skip compact powder and set your makeup with a moisturizing setting spray to add a subtle glow.
Glow like a goddess
Apply your eye makeup and blush
Dab some eye primer on your eyelids to eliminate any discoloration and moisturizer your eyelids. Use a cream-based eyeshadow and blend well. Following this, line your eyes using liquid eyeliner. Apply a rose-tinted cream blush that comes in an airy and light formula. You can also use a liquid blush, they last longer. Apply a liquid illuminator above your cheekbones, forehead, and cupid's bow.
Lip care
Finish off with a hydrating lipstick
Dry skin can often lead to chapped and flaky lips that can make your lipstick look patchy. Therefore, make sure to apply some hydrating lip balm before going ahead with your lipstick. Avoid matte lipsticks and choose creamy ones to make your lips look plump. In case you opt for matte lipsticks, pat some super-nourishing lip gloss in the end.