How to get your skin ready for a party
After a hectic week, most of us crave relaxation. Some find solace in nature walks, mindfulness activities, reading, or cooking, while others indulge in wild parties. If you're a fervent partygoer, don't neglect your skin's needs. A night of carefree revelry can leave your skin paying the toll. Hence, it's imperative to embrace a series of skincare rituals before you embark on your soirée.
Exfoliation first
The first and foremost step to prep your skin for the party is by exfoliation. This way your dead skin cells will be eliminated, allowing new ones to emerge. Your skin might benefit greatly from a mild exfoliating scrub or a face mask. Next, use a soft, oil-based cleanser that is both moisturizing and purifying, to double-cleanse your skin.
Nourish and hydrate
Apply a moisturizing serum with collagen or peptides for an extra boost to keep your skin refreshed all night. Use a rehydrating moisturizer that hydrates your skin and produces a dewy foundation base after your serum. This will also help your makeup settle seamlessly and prevent it from looking cakey. Apply an eye cream to keep the area around the eyes moisturized.
Makeup prepping
Make sure to always use makeup primer before a night of partying. A primer forms a barrier between your skin and your makeup and ensures that your foundation, eyeshadow, and other cosmetics adhere properly and last longer, even after your last dance. If you have oily skin, choose a mattifying primer; but if you want a dewy appearance, choose a hydrating primer.
Condition your hair well
Make sure your hair is well-washed and conditioned on the day of the party. By doing this you shield your hair from heat styling and prevent the freshly washed strands from appearing frizzy or extra fluffy. When serums and conditioners shield your hair from heat, processes like straightening, curling, or blow-drying tend to be less damaging.
Apply a nourishing mask
All you need to do is treat yourself if you want your skin to be smooth and ready for the party. Your most valuable ally is a nutritious face mask. In addition to ensuring that your skin is moisturized and feels wonderful, it will also give you a healthy glow before the party that no amount of makeup can ever match.
