28-04-2023
All about the perfect base make-up
A beautiful make-up look always starts with the perfect base. And that very base can sometimes be a challenge. How do you find the right products, which techniques do you use and in which steps do you apply your base? In this blog, we will teach you all about the Flawless Face: the perfect canvas for your look. Read on to find out how to find the right foundation shade, which products we recommend and how to choose the most beautiful base make-up for your skin type.
At Skins, we work in four steps: Prime, Base, Conceal & Correct and Set. Even before you start these steps, applying the right skincare is a real must. A beautiful make-up look will last much better throughout the day when you take good care of your skin. Make sure you carefully cleanse your skin before applying make-up, and use the right eye cream, moisturiser and/or serum.
Step 1: Prime
A primer is the first step you go through to create a flawless face. The primer acts as a barrier that your make-up sticks to. Skin texture looks nicer after using a primer and make-up stays on longer. There are different types of primers. When choosing a primer, it is important to look at what your skin needs. If you want to reduce visible or coarse pores, you can opt for a blurring primer. Dr Brandt's Pores No More Refiner Primer is perfect for this. Do you have skin that gets shiny or oily easily? Then use the Soft Matte Primer from NARS, which gives shiny skin a nice matte look.
For skin that feels dry and needs hydration, we recommend a hydrating primer. RMS Beauty's Re Evolve Radiance Locking Primer is enriched with hyaluronic acid and provides long-lasting hydration. Laura Mercier, known for her natural, flawless look, also has beautiful primers for dehydrated skin. The Pure Canvas Primer - Hydrating with caring ingredients makes dry skin feel comfortable and restores hydration levels. Does your make-up quickly disappear from your face or do you regularly suffer from patchy make-up? This is the sign of dehydrated skin, and so you can greatly benefit from the above-mentioned, hydrating primers.
This is the best way to apply foundation
Once you have found the right foundation, you can apply it in different ways. Again, the result depends on your needs. For a natural look, you can apply foundation with your fingers. The warmth of the skin causes the formula to melt seamlessly into the skin. A foundation brush gives a little more coverage and blends a texture evenly. Or go for a complexion sponge that you wet before use. This way, you make sure you maintain a moisturised look - great for drier skin.
Step 3. Conceal and Correct
With the right foundation and primer, you immediately have a nice, even base. Next, for more localised coverage, use a concealer and/or a corrector. The difference between them is that a corrector is particularly suitable for discolouration under the eyes, for example. A corrector ensures that dark circles can be concealed, but with a natural look. Always choose a contrasting colour. For dark circles under the eyes with a blue glow, choose a peach or orange shade. On red spots, apply a green corrector. Apply a thin amount of concealer over your corrector to finish off nicely. Choose a concealer in the same colour as your complexion, or go up to one or two shades lighter. This will prevent an unnatural end result. Small, localised blemishes can also be perfectly camouflaged with a concealer. RMS Beauty's Un Cover-Up Concealer is buildable, lightweight and rich in caring, nourishing oils. This keeps skin hydrated and prevents the concealer from accumulating in any fine lines. Achieve higher coverage with NARS' Radiant Creamy Concealer, which combines a rich, smoothing texture with a lightweight formula.
Base make-up on holiday
Summer holidays are slowly approaching and more and more trips are being planned. Time to take a good look at your make-up base on holiday. Even then we want to enjoy an even complexion, but with an airy, comfortable feel. On holiday, opt for a tinted moisturiser with an SPF. Very nice for the skin, as you can touch up this product repeatedly throughout the day. Concealer is always an essential step as it allows you to easily camouflage local blemishes.
Preferably keep your flawless face in base a little quieter on holiday or in hot weather. Make sure you use a good day skincare with an SPF, and go for products with a cream texture. This blends out more easily and wears comfortably in warmer climates. You can see a powder 'lie' on the skin a bit more in summer. If you do want to work with a powder, go for a transparent colour or apply the product only topically.
Enjoy your Flawless Face
You have now created an even canvas, as the perfect base for the rest of your make-up. It is now time to bring back definition to the face, using blush, bronzer and a highlighter. Since in this blog we mainly advise on a basic make-up, we are happy to elaborate on the follow-up steps in another article. Also, of course, you can always visit one of the Skins boutiques or our E-boutique for personal advice.