Six Things I Do Before Applying My Makeup

I always wash and cleanse my face before I start with the following steps... Check out my video above on the six things/steps I do before applying my makeup...

I start with:

1. Toner

Toner is supposed to control oil by giving your pores a deep cleaning. It is designed to cleanse the skin and shrink pores on the face. Toner can be applied to the skin with cotton wool/pad. I think this is the most frequently used method.

Product used: Elianto Toner

2. Moisturizer

For me, moisturizer is a must for every women out there. It is designed to make the external layers of the skin (epidermis) softer by increasing its hydration by reducing evaporation. Moisturizers prevent and treat dry skin, protect sensitive skin, improve skin tone and texture, and mask imperfections.

Product used: MAC Strobe Cream

3. Makeup Primer/Base

This step is optional. But I like to put on it just to keep my makeup on for longer and prevent smudging. The product I used can reduce excess oil, hydrates the skin, evens out skin tones and helps minimize the look of fine lines. In this video, I applied only on my T-zone because that part of my face tends to get oily throughout the day.

Product used: MAC Prep+Prime Skin Base Visage

4. Foundation

It is a flesh-toned cosmetic applied to the face to create an even, uniform colour to the complexion, and, sometimes, to change the natural skintone. You have to choose the best foundation for your skin tone and type to set off the rest of your makeup. The purpose of foundation is to even out the skin tone and hide imperfections.

Product used: MAC Studio Sculpt SPF15 Foundation

5. Concealer

A concealer or sometimes called colour corrector is a type of makeup used to mask pimples, dark circles and other small blemishes visible on the skin. Concealers usually do a good job of hiding blemishes by blending the imprefection into the surrounding skin tone.

Product used: MAC Select Cover-Up

6. Eye Base

An eye primer or base can be applied to prevent the eyeshadow from fading or migrating to the crease. It also makes the eyeshadow last longer and absorbs oil and making your makeup seem fresh all through out the day.

Product used: MAC Painterly Paint Pot

Brushes used:

MAC 191 Square Foundation Brush

Concealer Brush