How To Apply Make Up When You Have Dry Skin

Feelings of tightness and discomfort, if you have dry skin, daily make up can quickly become a headache. Your complexion is dull, sometimes rough and sometimes even dotted with small red spots. If you have the impression that your foundation is cracking, perhaps you are not using the right products or the right gestures. Rest assured, here is everything you need to know on how to apply make up when you have dry skin!

How To Apply Make Up When You Have Dry Skin

Applying make up to dry skin is really not easy. And once we think we have succeeded, we see our reflection in the mirror when we leave the house and we realize that it is a complete failure. At this point, we are usually already late, and there is no question of starting from scratch. Ah! The dreaded peeling nose, cracked foundation, concealer that settles into fine lines…

But did you know that all these misfortunes are avoidable? For all those times when your dry skin simply refuses to cooperate, here’s how to get a complexion that lasts all day.

The causes for dry skin

Having dry skin is called “xerosis”. This can be due to various factors such as the use of chemicals. For example, certain soaps can dry out the skin. Environmental factors such as wind and cold can also play a role in dehydrating the skin.

When it comes to make up, having dry skin accentuates dead skin. In addition, it can lead to uneven application. This raises questions about the techniques and products to favor for an aesthetic and comfortable result.

Dry skin becomes more common with age. It affects up to 75% of individuals over the age of 65. With age, the epidermis becomes thinner and the cell renewal process slows down, contributing to dry skin.

Prepare your skin gently

To properly prepare your skin before applying make up, here are the key steps:

• Moisturize your skin twice a day, in the morning and evening. This prevents excessive absorption of foundation pigments. Use creams or serums rich in nourishing ingredients. Stay away from all chemicals.
• Before putting on your make up, apply a foundation base to your entire face. This step helps set the foundation. The foundation base will create a protective barrier between the skin and the make up.
• Choose products that are suitable for your skin. Ingredients such as coconut water, shea butter or honey are preferred. For a luminous and refreshing effect, opt for formulas with mother-of-pearl.

–Moisturize your face before applying makeup

The easiest way to hydrate your skin is to drink water. Drink enough so that your body can provide good hydration to your skin. If your skin remains dry with good hydration, apply a nourishing base before applying make up. Enrich with a hydrating serum if necessary. Avoid oily residue and don’t forget to apply some on your neck.

Moisturizing your skin is essential for easier make up application. For very dry skin, apply deep hydration to ensure better adhesion of make up.

Select make up products suitable for dry skin

–Which hydrating products should you use?

Products based on coconut water, shea butter or honey should be prioritized. Here is a short list to help you make your choices of moisturizing products:

• moisturizers enriched with nourishing ingredients such as shea butter and honey;
• coconut water serums, rich in vitamins and minerals, will provide deep hydration;
• nourishing foundation bases with moisturizing actives for extra hydration.

–What types of makeup should you use?

Opt for lightweight textures. A fluid texture is less drying than compact or powder formulas. Indeed, they can contain talc or silica which have a drying effect. Use moisturizing formulas for your foundation. Some products have moisturizing actives such as coconut water, shea butter or honey.

For applying make up, choose suitable brushes. Synthetic bristle brushes are designed to be softer and minimize irritation. This is especially the case on sensitive or dry skin.

Applying lip make up when you have dry skin

Before applying your lipstick, use a nourishing stick. This will provide a smooth and healthy base for a more even and long-lasting color application. If despite this the dryness persists, opt for a beautifying balm. This product will not only deeply hydrate, but also offers a light pigmentation for a natural and neat look, while treating the dryness of the lips.

Removing make up from dry skin

Use a micellar lotion applied to a cotton pad for a gentle make up removal method. Use light, circular movements, from the center of the face outwards to avoid damaging the skin.

For particularly dry skin, choose make up removers with a rich and creamy texture such as cleansing balms, oils and milks. Combine them with gentle lotions for a moisturizing and soothing cleansing action.

If cotton is too irritating for your skin, apply the cleansing balm directly with your fingers, massaging gently. Then remove the excess with a soft tissue.

Applying make up to dry skin may therefore seem difficult, but with the right tips, you can achieve a flawless and luminous result. Hydration is key to prepping your skin, and choosing the right products, like creamy textures and hydrating primers, makes all the difference. By following these tips, you can avoid the hassle of dry skin and keep your make up looking radiant all day long.

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I hope you enjoyed this little guide on how to apply make up when you have dry skin and found it useful. Comment down below what you think of these tips. And you, what are your tips for long-lasting dewy make up despite dry cracking skin?

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