When the thermometer rises, sweat and sebum transform the face into slippery ground: the foundation
runs in the folds, shines, oxidizes. On-set makeup artists know this summer headache well. To avoid repurchasing an overpriced waterproof formula, some rely on a single maneuver, very simple and completely free, which changes the appearance of the complexion in the heat.
This tip involves applying a thin layer of
powder before foundationreversing the usual order. The idea is to create a barrier that absorbs oil before it ruins your makeup. As Annabelle Taurua, beauty expert at Fresha, summarizes: “Most people only think about powder at the very end of their routinerecalls Annabelle Taurua, beauty expert at Fresha.
But applying a very thin layer under foundation helps create a barrier against oil and sweat, even before the makeup starts to budge.“.
Putting powder before foundation: the free tip that resists heat
Behind the scenes of fashion shows and sets, this inversion of order has been used for years, before being popularized by the networks. Annabelle Taurua describes her as “one of those behind-the-scenes beauty tips that’s become super popular because it’s cheap, easy, and really works when it’s hot“. The translucent loose powder absorbs some of the sebum from the start, especially on the T-zonewhich delays the appearance of shine. The magazine Stylist
reminds you that a primer remains very useful in the event of a heatwave, but this veil of powder under the complexion already offers a real boost without spending anything.
Makeup artists’ step-by-step instructions for applying powder before foundation
We start with care. In Allure, makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes advises letting them penetrate before applying your complexion: “It is best to let your skincare products dry slightly before applying makeup.”. She advises waiting at least a good five minutes before applying any complexion product. Karol Rodriguez relies on a feeling: “When I can pat my cheek and it’s no longer wet, but just plump“.
We then apply a fine translucent loose powder on the T zone. Annabelle Taurua recalls in
Bustle : “This technique only works if the layer is almost invisible”warns Annabelle Taurua in Bustle. “If too much powder is applied, the foundation may not adhere evenly or may appear textured.“. Finally, tap the foundation instead of stretching it so as not to move the powder.
Heatwave: last steps to make the foundation last
We keep very thin layers of foundation, after dabbing the excess cream with a tissue. During the day, we use mattifying papers rather than adding material.