Secrets of creating long-lasting makeup - personal experience

The modern beauty market offers many variations of foundations. For dry skin, for combination skin; with a matte finish or shine effect. But it’s worth highlighting the waterproof foundation separately, since it differs from all others not in its effect, but in its fundamentally different approach to durability and removal.

As the name suggests, the key feature of a waterproof foundation is that it resists water.

These foundations can withstand bad weather, a busy day, dancing until the morning and tears of joy.

It would seem perfect! However, such a waterproof effect is fraught with several pitfalls.

Thus, the ability not to dissolve under the influence of water is achieved due to the increased content of silicones and mineral oils in the composition, which creates a kind of film that prevents water from reacting with the foundation. In this case, the effect is two-sided.

If the film does not allow water to pass through from the outside, then the same thing happens from the inside - the skin does not participate in metabolic processes and becomes “clogged.” Even if manufacturers promise that the skin will “breathe” and will not experience any discomfort, you should not use a waterproof foundation every day.

Waterproof base removers

In addition, waterproof foundation cannot be removed using conventional makeup removers, including micellar water. To remove waterproof foundation, you will need either hydrophilic oil or a two-phase oil-based makeup remover. You can also use olive oil.

• Olive or hydrophilic oil is applied to dry skin and rubbed with massage movements for a minute.

• At this point, the waterproof base will begin to dissolve under the influence of the oil.

• Then wet your hands or a cleansing sponge with water and massage into the now damp skin.

• Rinse off any remaining product.

• Use foam or additionally cleanse the skin with micellar water until the cotton pad remains completely clean.
• Incomplete removal of waterproof makeup can lead to clogged pores and inflammation in the future.

Advantages of waterproof cosmetics

The advantages of waterproof cosmetics are difficult to overestimate, especially in the summer, when makeup becomes a victim of the increased work of the sebaceous glands. And in the cold season, there is nothing more irreplaceable than this beauty product: otherwise, misfortunes like downpours and snowstorms will be “corrected” in the blink of an eye by carefully drawn smoky eyes. It turns out that you can’t go anywhere without products marked waterproof... But are they really necessary? And aren’t there hidden behind the apparent impeccability of their reputation a couple of pitfalls in every sense?

Flaws

First, let's figure out what waterproof cosmetics are. Some girls believe that any product whose name includes the word long-lasting is waterproof. But it's not that simple! So, there are three degrees of gradation of such funds:

• simply “long-lasting”. They hold up better than usual, but this does not mean that if you get caught in the rain, you will “save face.” They contain saturated pigments in extremely high concentrations and are created with the addition of silicone oils.
• moisture and water resistant. Suitable for girls leading an active lifestyle, and will even protect from a couple of snowflakes and drops.

But full-fledged waterproof cosmetics allow us to inevitably “come out of the water unscathed” (even if we are talking about the sea or a swimming pool). It contains all kinds of waxes and silicone compounds. The latter quickly disappear, leaving something like a protective layer as a memory. Actually, this is the main focus of such funds.

And the main thing is their cunning, too, cosmetologists assure. After all, under the “mask” the skin does not breathe, which means it ages prematurely. On the other hand, the world does not stand still, and most modern waterproof products are much more gentle on the skin than their predecessors.

Now let’s move from the theoretical side of the issue to the practical, because waterproof cosmetics should be used somewhat differently than ordinary ones.

Firstly, if you don’t want your makeup to turn into one complete misunderstanding, under no circumstances use primers and creams that contain oils - you should apply waterproof foundation to sterile clean skin.

The same thing with lips: no nourishing balms, otherwise the lipstick won’t last even a couple of hours.

Secondly, “water-repellent” mascara dries faster than regular mascara, so in a minute you will no longer be able to turn “spider legs” into eyelashes separated with mathematical precision - do it right away.

And finally, thirdly, waterproof eyeliner is not your option if you have not yet learned how to draw perfect arrows the first time. Otherwise, everything is more or less usual.

Oh yes, and most importantly: don’t take makeup too seriously, as the famous Francois Nars advises us. In the end, marks in the form of mascara running from tears of joy or lipstick smudged after a kiss look much more attractive than frozen Hollywood beauty.

How to do doll eye makeup

Huge expressive eyes, soft plump lips, a beautiful oval face... But you can do such beautiful makeup yourself! "How?" - you ask. The main accent of doll makeup is the eyes. How to apply eye makeup beautifully? To visually enlarge and open them, you need to whiten the inner sides of the upper and lower eyelids, as well as the inner corner of the eye, with a pencil. Then you need to apply eyeshadow, choosing peach and pink shades. If you want to rock this trendy makeup look for a night out, feel free to use eyeshadow and eyeliner in vibrant shades like Agave Blue, Tulip Pink, and Azure Blue. Draw thin arrows on the upper and lower eyelids with a slight indentation from the natural contour of the eye, but do not connect them at one point. The purpose of the mascara is to make the eyelashes long, fluffy and curved like a doll. Not every remedy can handle this. We recommend a mascara that performs several functions at once, such as “Mirtuoso Volume” by Yves Rocher.

Composition of foundation or interesting ingredients

• Silicones and silicone oils add lightness to the texture, provide an even, smooth coating and protection from external influences.
• reflective pigments are responsible for “illuminating” the skin, refracting and scattering light in a certain way.
• Vitamins and antioxidants protect against negative environmental influences and free radicals.
• SPF filters protect against photoaging, while the level of sun protection reaches SPF 30 and even 50.
• Minerals have a mattifying effect.
• Moisturizing and moisture-retaining components prevent the evaporation of moisture from the surface of the skin and give the face a well-groomed, radiant appearance.

Foundation has firmly entered the everyday life of modern girls and women. Today, almost all cosmetic brands produce this product. But there is also a permanent foundation on sale, which has a number of differences from the usual one.

Long-lasting foundation, unlike regular foundation, stays on the face much longer. Depending on its composition and variety, it can retain its original appearance, both in extreme heat and in stable contact with water.

Another feature of this foundation cosmetic product is that it has several varieties:

• Long lasting waterproof cream. Thanks to the unique components included in the composition, this cream is not washed off the skin, even with prolonged contact with water. It is indispensable when there is strong humidity outside, when traveling to the sea, as well as when exercising in swimming pools. On average, the durability of this product is up to 6 hours.
• Super-resistant cream allows you to keep makeup in its original form for up to 8-9 hours. It can be either waterproof or regular. Its texture is quite dense, and it is sold both in the form of a cream and in the form of sticks.
• Super-resistant cream is the densest consistency and longest-lasting cosmetic product. Its texture is very thick, and the resulting skin tonal effect lasts up to 14 hours. Separately, it is necessary to say that all types of foundation stable cream contain special ingredients that additionally have a beneficial effect on the skin.

All long-lasting foundations on sale today are divided into several categories, depending on the functions they perform:

• nutritious;
• whitening

Moisturizing

New formulas with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, D-panthenol, plant extracts and oils ensure that the skin remains hydrated and receives the substances it needs for health. These products combine the properties of care and decorative cosmetics.

Mattifying

This cosmetic product is an ideal option for those girls who struggle with oily sheen. A mattifying foundation helps to give your skin a matte finish. This cosmetic product, unlike conventional concealer cream, tightens pores and relieves inflammation. The effect lasts for a long time: makeup done in the morning looks luxurious until late at night.

The high-quality base contains absorbent components. These include kaolin, charcoal powder and witch hazel. They, like a sponge, absorb excess subcutaneous fat. However, silicone, petroleum products and demithicone, on the contrary, clog pores. The use of cosmetic products that contain these substances aggravates the condition of the skin and leads to its premature aging.

The rating of the best cosmetic products in this series is presented on the following basis:

• Affinimat;
• Teint Couture;
• L'Oreal Alliance;
• Givenchy Teint Couture Long

Rejuvenating

This cosmetic product visually reduces wrinkles and other skin imperfections. In addition, it refreshes the face and improves its texture. A foundation for mature skin must contain a moisturizing complex. In most cases, the component that performs this function is jojoba oil. Before applying foundation to your face, you should make sure that you are not allergic to one of the components of the cosmetic product. If this is not checked, serious problems may follow.

Rating of the best anti-aging foundations:

• Capture Total;
• Youth Liberator;
• Orchidee Imperiale;
• The Invisible Corrective Makeup.

For problem skin

Such cosmetics help to mask existing problems on the epidermis. For problematic skin, a water-based foundation is preferable. Such a product may contain retinol, benzoyl peroxide and other components that fight rashes, pigmentation and other defects. Liquid foundation is preferable for problem skin. It should not contain oils, as they provoke a worsening of the condition of the epidermis.

The rating of the best products in this series is presented by cosmetics from the following brands:

• Flawless Finish Perfectly Nude;
• Clinique Anti-Blemish;
• Missha Perfect;
• Diorskin Forever.

On store shelves you can find long-lasting foundations for women of all ages. According to their manufacturers, these are smart cosmetic products that additionally nourish and moisturize the skin depending on its age-related needs. These foundations vary in appearance and texture. You can buy a light fluid cream, or you can buy a thick, rich-textured regular cream.

Experienced makeup artists say that the denser the consistency of the cream, the older the woman using it should be. And vice versa: products with a weightless texture are ideal for young girls.

Types of foundation

Foundations vary in texture, formula and purpose. Here are the main types.

• Fluid. Light liquid texture contains more water than oils, has medium coverage, but evens out the skin well. The concentration of pigments is not so high as to hide skin imperfections. It is the fluids that often contain matting components in the form of sebum-absorbing minerals.
• Mousse (foam). It has an airy consistency and only slightly tints the skin.
• Cream. It has a plastic texture and a relatively high content of fats and hydrofixing agents, often containing anti-age ingredients.
• Cream powder. The compact version of the foundation may contain more powder particles than foundation. Easy to apply with a sponge, smoothes the surface of the skin and hides its imperfections.
• Powder. Compact or crumbly, mainly used to fix makeup or correct it. Often has matting properties due to minerals - perlite and silicon.
• Cushion. Moisturizing foundation fluid in a compact package has a weightless texture; Coating density may vary.

How to do summer makeup

Summer makeup is light and natural. It looks like a delicate make-up, but it also has its own characteristics. The enemies of make-up in the summer - the sun, heat, water - force you to choose long-lasting products that will not smear. How to make long-lasting makeup at home? First you need to prepare the skin. You can try Zero Flaws foundation and loose powder. To ensure long-lasting makeup, it is better to use liquid blush and highlighters. Use thermal water to set your foundation and choose waterproof mascara. Ultra-long-lasting cream eyeshadow pencil is what you need for going to the pool or the beach. Remember that the color scheme of summer makeup is natural. Shadows and lipstick should be natural tones. How to fix makeup at home? A special fixing spray will help you. Spray a small amount of spray over your finished makeup and it will stand up to any challenge.

We select according to skin color type

Each manufacturer and each type of long-lasting foundation has its own palette of shades. For some, it is indicated in accordance with skin color types, for others - with beautiful names, and some of the manufacturers simply numbered the shades of their product with numbers.

It is quite difficult to understand such meanings and make the right choice if you do not know about the nuances. It is quite easy to choose a foundation depending on your skin color. To do this, you need to know which shades of foundation are most suitable for which skin color.

For girls with very fair skin

When the skin is almost white, the best shades are porcelain, beige vanilla or fresh beige, light pink tone, blonde, ivory and pink opal. It is these tones that will ideally merge with the natural color of the epidermis and only improve it.

Girls with normal fair skin

For them, it is best to choose the following shades: light or cream beige, beige tone, pink-beige, beige-peach. Here you can use a shade of any color as long as its name contains the word beige.

Dark skin

It is preferable to purchase foundations in the following palette of tones: dark beige, golden beige, beige with a vanilla pink tint.

For tanned skin

The best option would be shades such as light tan and dark golden beige.

How to do gentle home makeup

Natural, light, pinkish-transparent, delicate - the most trendy make-up for brides and young girls and the main trend in casual style. Apply it fairly quickly. A minimum of cosmetics and time is required: conciseness and translucency are important here. Choose blush in delicate, fresh tones: “Fragrant Peach”, “Graceful Camellia”, “Delicate Peony”.

For the eyes, shadows that repeat the color of the iris are acceptable - gray, blue and light brown shades. Pay attention to such interesting shades as “Pink Tea”, “Scented Magnolia” and “Beige - Khaki”. We also recommend mascara and eyeliner in muted tones – brown or anthracite. To do delicate eye makeup at home, apply light beige or white shadows to the upper eyelid, a medium tone to the outer corner of the eye and in the crease of the upper eyelid, and make the darkest eyelid.

Lip makeup should not disturb the delicate harmony of the image: choose not too bright colors: “Coral veil”, “Peach dessert”, “Pink highlights”. Better yet, limit yourself to lip gloss.

Rules for applying foundation

The method of applying foundation depends on personal habits and preferences: with a brush, a wet or dry sponge, or with your fingertips. The main thing is that it all is clean.

Application order:

• Apply the cream to the forehead, chin and center of the face with your ring finger;
• distribute and blend the product from the center to the periphery;
• if the texture allows, you can apply an additional layer to areas that require special correction.

Select according to skin type

Oily/breakout-prone skin

If your skin is oily, most likely the main problem is that the foundation does not roll off within 4 hours. At the same time, it did not add an oily shine to the face. Unfortunately, if the skin is oily, then no foundation (even +72 hours longevity) will do a miracle. But a couple of tips may help:

• Make sure that your care contains products that control the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
• Use a makeup primer.
• Carry matting wipes with you and use as needed.
• Avoid the word illuminating in the name of your foundation or primer.

Combination skin

Combination skin tends to be oily in the T-zone and normal/dry in other areas. To find the perfect foundation you will have to experiment. It is necessary that everything be balanced: oily areas do not shine and dry areas do not stand out.

• It is possible to use two primers, but always zonally. Mattifying/sebum-regulating products are applied to oily areas of the skin. But moisturizers are applied to dry areas. Or use only a mattifying primer, but apply it only to the T-zone.
• Take a closer look at foundations with a satin finish.
• If your forehead does get shiny, mattifying wipes will do the trick.
• After applying foundation, you can powder areas prone to oiliness, leaving the rest without powder.

Dry skin

Makeup artists do not advise girls with this type of skin to rush to the first cosmetic product they come across. The choice must be made intelligently. The best foundation for dry and hypersensitive skin types meets the following criteria:

• The composition includes nutritional and moisturizing additives;
• has a viscous and slightly oily texture;
• It does not contain components that can cause excessive dry skin or rashes;
• Lays down in an even layer.

Produced by the following brands:

• Miracle Air de Teint;
• Clarins;
• Bourjois City Radiance;
• Rimmel;
• Vivienne Sabo.

On insufficiently moisturized skin, foundation can highlight all flaking, any wrinkles and unevenness. And especially you should not apply any dense powders, with the exception of mineral-based powders.

• Use moisturizing primers or ones with an illuminating effect.
• Foundations with a “wet” finish look good on dry skin.
• Avoid applying powder to dry areas.
• Use mist (moisturizing facial spray) throughout the day.

How to do Hollywood makeup

The makeup that stars choose for a red carpet fashion show can be replicated yourself. This is a classic for a gala evening, date, party.

After creating a perfectly even tone of the face, sculpting and applying blush to the cheekbones, we focus on the eyes or lips. Hollywood eye makeup involves two options: smokey eyes or black arrows. If you choose a smokey eye, the lipstick should be matte. The arrows go well with lipsticks from the “Vegetable Radiance” series – “Assorted Berry”, “Red Hydrangea” or “Red Coral” - choose bright colors!

Shall we try Smokey Ice? You will need a set of shadows "Quatro": "Silver Glow". We apply a light gray shade to the inner corner of the eyelid, a darker gray shade to the middle of the moving eyelid and use it as eyeliner for the lower eyelid. Using black shadows, draw the upper and lower arrows from the middle of the eyelids to the outer corner of the eye. If you choose arrows, make them of medium thickness using a liner. We choose voluminous mascara and carefully paint over the upper and lower eyelashes. Everything took no more than 15 minutes.

Applying foundation correctly

To create flawless makeup, makeup artists use professional cosmetics. However, you don't need to be a specialist to achieve this effect. In this matter, you need high-quality cosmetic products and knowledge of the basic rules for using such a base. The following tips will help you with this skill:

1. The base fits perfectly on healthy skin. It is important to properly care for your face and moisturize it daily. If there are rashes on the epidermis, they need to be treated, not masked. The same is true for peeling. Before masking manipulations, the face should be treated with a fine-grained scrub.
2. Before using the base for the first time, it is important to test the product and make sure there is no allergic reaction. To do this, you need to purchase a sample and apply the concealer to your chin. After a couple of hours, the result will be visible.
3. Not only the skin needs care, but also the “tool” that is used for makeup. Cosmetic brushes, sponges and other accessories used to apply foundation must be clean.
4. Healthy sleep. After a good rest, the skin looks radiant and therefore requires minimal concealing correction.

Rules for applying with a sponge

The sponge can be of different shapes and is made of latex or rubber of varying densities. The sequence of how to apply foundation with this “tool” is presented in the following steps:

1. Selecting a suitable sponge
2. Cleanses and moisturizes the skin. Then the concealer is applied pointwise.

1. Using a sponge, shade the base.

Using a brush

1. The face is cleansed and then moisturized;
2. Select a suitable foundation brush.

1. Apply several points of the base product to the cheeks, chin, nose, and forehead.
2. Gently blend the foundation over the surface of the skin. This must be done very carefully, otherwise unsightly lines will remain on your face.

With your fingers

Do not smear the product over your face, but make patting movements using your fingertips. This way, the foundation will be distributed more evenly over the skin. However, there is a drawback to this method: if you quickly apply the product, it can leave significant gaps on your face. It is best suited for liquid mousses and fluids.

Mistakes when choosing a foundation

Foundation is the base of all makeup. If it is of low quality or does not suit a particular person, then the makeup will most likely be hopelessly damaged. Experts have identified several main mistakes that girls make when choosing a foundation and strongly recommend not to repeat them.

Girls make the biggest mistakes when testing foundation in a store. Many people test the tone on the wrist or neck. The fact is that the skin on the face in the vast majority of cases differs in color from the skin of the body. When choosing a foundation, you should be well prepared. You should go to the store in the morning without makeup. Here you need to apply the selected tone to an area of ​​the face or the entire face and observe it throughout the day in different lighting.

Many girls prefer thick foundations and wear them every day. Indeed, a dense product is perfect for video or photography or some kind of event. But for every day it is better to find a cream with a lighter coverage.

It would also be a mistake to purchase foundation on the advice of a beauty blogger or friend. Each person is individual. What other girls sing odes to may well not suit a particular person. Before purchasing a foundation, like any other product that needs to be applied to the skin, you need to study its composition and carefully test it.

Choose the right foundation. Be very careful when choosing a waterproof foundation and cosmetics in general. Remember, natural beauty is valued now, and Barbie dolls have long been out of fashion.

Preparatory stage

Take care of the lighting. The light should be direct so that you can see all areas of your face and can apply your makeup beautifully at home, just as a makeup artist would do in a salon.

First prepare your skin. Thoroughly and gently cleanse your face with a cleanser suitable for your skin type and apply moisturizer. Let it absorb completely. Don't forget to moisturize the skin around your eyes with a special ultra-light eye cream.

Objectively assess the condition of your eyebrows. Sloppy or sparse eyebrows will ruin all your efforts. Remove excess hairs, give your eyebrows a neat shape by combing them with a special brush along the contour. Now you can start applying decorative cosmetics.

Apply the selected foundation to the prepared skin and carefully blend it from the middle to the edges of the face. If you want to provide your foundation with extra durability, before using it, spread a small amount of foundation base over your skin, which will even out the skin and prevent excess sweat and oil production. A little light powder that matches your skin tone will help your foundation last longer and add radiance to your face. Apply powder one shade darker to the T-zone (nose and forehead) and carefully blend the edges. This simple technique will help you sculpt your face shape. Don't forget to apply a base under the shadows. In the absence of one, you can use beige powder or eye shadow.

First of all, we create the shape of the face. A fresh shade of blush applied to the apples of your cheeks will refresh you, while a slightly darker blush on your cheekbones will make your face more expressive. Do not overdo it with blush and blend it carefully so as not to look like a nesting doll. Use concealers to hide imperfections and dark circles under the eyes.