Daily Makeup Steps for All Day Glowing Face
It has been taking a long time to get ready, only to find out that the makeup doesn't last all day. It must feel frustrating and can ruin the mood for the entire day.
Now, try to remember. What could be causing your makeup not to last? Is it the products? The technique? Or perhaps, the makeup steps?
Do you know? The order of makeup application can affect the result of your makeup! Using products in the right order results in flawless and long-lasting makeup. So, no more makeup smudging that can ruin our mood.
Well then, let's take a look at a makeup order from L’Occitane that can make your face flawless and glowing all day long!
What Are The Essential Makeup Steps Should Do?
Generally, makeup steps are divided into several parts, such as preparing the skin, applying makeup base, adding dimension to the makeup, and finishing touch. So, here are the makeup steps that we will arrange based on the type of product:
1. Wash Your Face with Face Wash
The first thing you can do to prepare your skin before makeup is by washing your face with a facial cleanser (face wash). Cleansing your face before makeup is quite important as it can remove dirt and excess oil from the skin.
Use a gentle and moisturizing face wash. You can use your regular face wash or L’Occitane Immortelle - Divine Cleansing Foam.
The Immortelle - Divine Cleansing Foam has a creamy texture that transforms into a dense and super soft foam. When applied to the face, this cleansing foam creates a barrier between the skin and the fingertips, preventing the face from drying out when washed.
It is perfect for preparing the skin before makeup because moist skin will make it easier for you to apply base makeup, and makeup will be easy to blend and last longer.
2. Non-comedogenic Moisturizer
After cleansing and drying the face, the next step in skin preparation is to apply moisturizer. It's best to use a moisturizer with a non-comedogenic formula to prevent pore blockage.
You can use L’Occitane Aqua Reotier - Thirst Quench Gel with a lightweight and fast-absorbing texture. This moisturizer can provide extra hydration without leaving a sticky or oily feeling.
Read Also: Moisturizer for Dry, Oily & Combination Skin
3. Sunscreen
This product shouldn't be missed either! Sunscreen is also an essential step to protect the skin from sun damage, especially for those of you who will be engaging in outdoor activities.
The best time to apply sunscreen is when the face is still clean. So, it's perfect to apply after washing your face and using moisturizer. Don't forget to let it sit for a few minutes to allow the sunscreen to absorb perfectly.
Read Also: The Function of Sunscreen
4. Primer Makeup
Primer makeup serves as a smooth layer that can blur pores, giving the appearance of a more even facial texture. Usually, primer is used after the skincare steps and before applying base makeup. Makeup tends to last longer if you apply primer before makeup.
5. Foundation
Moving on to the base makeup, foundation is the base of the entire makeup look. The right foundation can help conceal imperfections, even out skin tone, and create a smooth and uniform canvas overall.
The product comes in various forms, such as liquid, cream, or powder. Additionally, the results vary, including natural finish, matte finish, dewy finish, or low coverage, medium coverage, high coverage. All of these need to be adjusted to your needs and skin type.
If you have oily skin and want to use a dewy finish foundation, you might find that your face becomes too oily and becomes shiny. Another example is if you have uneven skin tone, you may need a high-coverage foundation to effectively conceal uneven skin tone.
6. Concealer
A concealer is a highly pigmented product designed to conceal and camouflage imperfections and flaws on the skin. Typically thicker than foundation, concealers can effectively hide various issues, ranging from discoloration to dark circles, making them a versatile tool in achieving a flawless complexion.
Actually, it is an optional step. You may need concealer if you have some skin problems, like dark circles or redness. But, if your skin is all good, you may not need this.
7. Face Powder
After foundation and concealer, the final step of base makeup is face powder. Powder is used to keep the foundation from melting and to make it last longer. Usually we call it setting powder.
Use of powder is more suitable for oily skin types because it can hold and disguise the oil on facial skin. However, dry skin types are still allowed to use it.
8. Bronzer
Bronzer is a makeup item that adds a warm touch to the face, resembling the sun-kissed effect. It creates an exotic, fresh, and glowing appearance. Bronzer is often used by makeup artists to enhance the overall makeup look. Bronzer also gives dimension on your face.
9. Blush
Blush is also a product that adds dimension to the face and provides a radiant flush to the cheeks. However, choosing the right blush color is essential as everyone has different undertones.
The application technique may also vary depending on the face shape. Therefore, it's important to use blush that complements your face shape, skin tone, and makeup style!
Similar to bronzer, blush can come in both powder and liquid forms. So, if you prefer liquid blush, it's best to apply it before the powder step.
10. Highlighter
Highlighter is a product used to accentuate specific areas of the face. Therefore, it falls under the category of products that add dimension to the face.
Using highlighter also gives the makeup a more radiant appearance. However, people with oily skin sometimes avoid using highlighters because they don't want their faces to appear too shiny.
Usually, highlighter is applied to prominent areas of the face, such as the cheekbones, nose bridge, chin, and forehead.
After going through the steps of preparing the skin and applying base makeup, the final step is the finishing touch. It's important to understand that the order of products in this step doesn't always have to be the same because you can consider these products as optional. Let's continue the discussion.
11. Eyebrow Pencil
The way you use eyebrow pencils can vary a lot depending on the type of pencil and what kind of makeup look you're going for.
If you want those perfectly defined brows, it's best to use the pencil before putting on powder. Why? Because when you're shaping your brows with concealer, you don't want it to mess up the layer of powder you've already applied.
But if you're going for a more natural, bushy brow look, you don't have to worry too much about getting everything super neat. This style is all about embracing that laid-back, natural vibe.
12. Eyeshadow
Eyeshadow is like the magic wand of makeup! It's that colorful powder or creamy goodness you brush onto your eyelids and around your eyes to make them pop.
Its main job? Well, it's here to add some oomph to your peepers! Think depth, think dimension – eyeshadow got you covered! It's all about enhancing your eye color and making your whole makeup vibe come together.
Plus, it's not just for looking pretty. You can use it to brighten things up, sculpt those lids, or even create a bold, show-stopping look. Eyeshadow is basically your eyes' best friend!
13. Eyeliner
Eyeliner is like the artist's brush for your eyes! It's that cool makeup tool you use to make your eyes pop by drawing it along your lash line.
What's it for? Well, it's all about giving your eyes that extra boost, making them look bigger and bolder! And guess what? Eyeliner comes in all sorts of fun forms – pencils, liquids, gels, you name it!
Plus, you can get super creative with it, trying out different styles and techniques to get just the look you want. Eyeliner is basically your eyes' secret weapon for turning heads!
14. Mascara
Mascara is a cosmetic product used to enhance the appearance of eyelashes. Its primary purpose is to darken, lengthen, thicken, and define the lashes, giving them a more prominent and dramatic look.
Mascara can come in various formulas, including waterproof, volumizing, lengthening, and curling, catering to different lash needs and preferences.
15. Lipstick
This is a colored cosmetic product that is applied to the lips to make them look beautiful and colorful. Its main job is to provide color, moisture, and sometimes even shine to your lips.
Lipsticks come in a wide range of fun colors and finishes, from bold reds to soft pinks and glossy glossy to matte finishes. You can even combine two colors and make it look like a color gradient.
16. Setting Spray
Setting spray is like a shield for your makeup! After you've applied all your makeup – foundation, eyeshadow, blush, the works – you give your face a few spritzes of setting spray. It's like a magical mist that helps your makeup stay put all day long.
You know how sometimes your makeup can start to smudge or fade away? Well, setting spray helps prevent that from happening. It locks in your makeup, keeping it looking fresh and fabulous for hours.
Plus, some setting sprays even have added benefits like making your skin look dewy or matte, depending on what you prefer. It's like the finishing touch to your makeup routine!
Tips To Do Right Way of Makeup
So, those are the makeup steps you can follow to make your face look flawless and glowing all day long! And don't forget, L’Occitane has a few tips for you to make your makeup last longer.
- Always prep your skin before applying makeup. Basic skincare is enough, but if you want to go the extra mile, you can use a face mask the night before.
- Choose products with waterproof formulas. These can help minimize makeup smudging because they're designed to resist water.
- Pick products that suit your skin type. This can greatly affect how long your makeup lasts. For example, if you have oily skin, go for a matte foundation to avoid a greasy look and prevent smudging.
- Learn the proper techniques for applying makeup to get the best results.
- Try to avoid touching your face too often.
Alright! Those are 5 quick tips from L’Occitane. Hopefully, after reading this, you'll be able to apply makeup that lasts all day and keeps your face looking flawless.
