Hi Guys! I’ve been asked to contribute fortnightly to one of our local newspapers called the Turks & Caicos Weekly News.
Below is my first article, I hope you enjoy it.
Wearing makeup can brighten up the face and add ‘Oomph’ to your overall look. Prepping skin beforehand is just as important as the makeup application itself; failure to do so can highlight and reveal dry/rough patches on the lips or face wherever product has been applied.
Following the tips below to treat and prevent such problems will make for beautiful glowing skin and a flawless makeup application every time:
1) Drink water to hydrate the skin from within; if you are dehydrated it will be evident in your skin.
2) Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids which have tons of benefits for your skin and body. These are found in fish, fish oil, avocados, seeds and nuts.
3) Limit alcohol and smoking as it can dry out the skin and cause premature aging.
4) Cleanse skin to remove excess dirt, oil, environmental bacteria, residue and makeup. If you have Sensitive skin, avoid cleansers with scents and strong ingredients like Hydroxyl, Glycolic Acids and Witch Hazel which can induce redness and irritation.
5) Gently exfoliate face, neck and lips 2 to 3 times per week to remove the build-up of dead skin cells and reveal the new skin underneath. It is best to use an exfoliator with small circular granules as irregular, rough ingredients may cause more harm than good by tearing and damaging the skin.
6) Tone skin after cleansing/exfoliating to remove any residue, minimize pores and balance the skin’s PH level – Persons with Sensitive skin should avoid this step.
7) Use a Serum before applying a moisturizer to infuse a rich concentration of anti-aging ingredients into the skin. Serums are made of very small molecules, so it absorbs quickly and deeply into skin.
8) Moisturize face using the appropriate formula for your skin type:
a) Normal Skin – Non-comedogenic, oil free moisturizer
b) Dry Skin – Moisture rich creams containing humectants or occlusive agents to attract and seal water into the skin
c) Oily Skin – Oil free moisturizer
d) Combination Skin – Apply a moisturizer formulated specifically for combination skin, or you can treat dry areas separately
e) Sensitive Skin – Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic and fragrance free moisturizers have less possibility of causing irritation and allergy.9) Apply under-eye cream (using ring finger)
10) Apply a lip balm to moisturize, soothe and soften lips – blot off excess before applying lip color.
11) Apply a silicone primer to face before foundation as it creates a smooth base for foundation. Primer acts as a protective barrier preventing your moisturizer and skin’s oils from mixing with your makeup.
12) Wear sunscreen daily to prevent sunburn and signs of premature aging. You can wear a foundation containing broad-spectrum SPF 15 or higher.
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