Make Your Makeup Last All Day
It has happened to the best of us. You spend a fair amount of time getting your makeup picture perfect only to find a few hours later it is everywhere but where you applied it. Many products claim that they are long-wearing and last all day, but here are some sure-fire ways to make your current cosmetics last longer without having to invest in new ones.
Applying a makeup primer will hold product by creating a smooth finish. MAC has one of the best makeup primers on the market today. MAC Prep + Prime BB Beauty Balm SPF 35 has many beneficial features including smoothing and prepping the skin. It is available for $30 at MAC stores and Sephora.
Applying your makeup gently in a light fashion can actually help to increase wear. Layering makeup allows each stage to have time to set and partially absorb into the skin, creating a natural look that will continue all day. Foundation can appear mask-like if you apply too much, so to avoid this apply a liquid foundation or BB cream. L’Oreal Magic Skin Beautifier BB Cream will apply sheer coverage while evening out your complexion. To make your foundation last apply a loose powder or bronzer with a makeup brush in broad circular strokes. This will help you to gain a beautiful finish that does not appear fake.
Lasting eye makeup can be made a reality by using a base. Using foundation or a neutral shadow as your base can help make the eyelid prepped for long-lasting makeup. In order to make your eyeliner last longer you can first use a pencil and then apply a liquid liner on top to set the color in. Curling your lashes can also help to intensify the volume and look of your eyes. Applying mascara with gentle even strokes and allowing it to dry in between coats can also help to maximize the look of your lashes. Maybelline XXL 24 HR Bold Mascara keeps its promises, not budging or flaking until you take it off using remover. It is available at most beauty department sections of your local drugstore.
To keep your perfect pout all day you can use a liner to line and define the lips. Line and fill your entire lips with a neutral color that will help to give your lipstick something to set into. After you applied your lipstick blot it with a piece of tissue. You can always use a lip stain which will increase the wear of your lips. It can be worn alone or underneath lipstick which will greatly increase your lip wear time.
When your makeup is in place you can set it with a makeup mist setting spray. Urban Decay Chill Makeup Setting Spray offers many great benefits to not only the long-wear of your makeup but your skin as well. It is great for all skin types leaving it looking dewy and natural. It retails for under $30 at Sephora and Urbandecay.com. Using a makeup setting spray will help your makeup to last longer making it a great investment because you will end up using less product and will have to apply less often.
Now that you have these long-lasting makeup techniques you can look great day or night.