{"id":8848,"date":"2016-06-29T07:34:26","date_gmt":"2016-06-29T03:34:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/en\/?p=8848"},"modified":"2017-03-09T13:17:57","modified_gmt":"2017-03-09T09:17:57","slug":"how-to-long-lasting-makeup-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bonniegarner.com\/en\/2016\/06\/29\/how-to-long-lasting-makeup-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to: long lasting makeup tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s finally summer\u00a0and where I live, in the UAE, it basically\u00a0means that it’s officially oven time! (Hooray!<\/del>) So I thought the timing was perfect\u00a0to talk about my tips for a long-lasting makeup!<\/h2>\n

Today, my thermometer tells me it’s\u00a046 \u00b0C<\/strong> (115 \u00b0F), and it’s only the beginning! This heat will last\u00a0for the next 3 or 4 months and because\u00a0I’m in my third year in the Emirates, I thought\u00a0it was about\u00a0time I\u00a0share my tips for a heat-proof makeup<\/strong>, that doesn’t move, even when it’s hot and humid (yes, it’s very humid during summer\u00a0in Dubai, who knew?). I’ve done all the crash tests possible and I’m now definitely able to tell if\u00a0a product will last or not! wink<\/span> <\/p>\n

Before starting this post, \u00a0I need to tell you that I have an oily to combination skin<\/strong>, and my skin gets shiny\u00a0mainly on the T zone, especially on the nose and I also have very oily eyelids.
\nYou add the heat and normally my makeup should melt\u00a0in 2 hours maximum. But because I choose\u00a0the right products and the right techniques, it lasts all\u00a0day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Here are some tips for those who want a long-wearing makeup, heat and sweat-proof<\/strong>! smile<\/span> <\/p>\n

Prep the skin with makeup primers:<\/h3>\n
\"Makeup<\/a><\/div>\n

Makeup primers are often considered\u00a0as must-haves\u00a0to provide\u00a0a long-lasting makeup. For me, it really depends.<\/p>\n

Makeup primers or makeup bases are made with\u00a0absorbent<\/strong> and\/or smoothing<\/strong>\u00a0ingredients\u00a0to create, as the name suggests, a base for makeup to help it to stick better to the skin and last longer.
\nFor this, primers\u00a0absorb<\/strong> skin secretions that are responsible for the “disintegration” of the makeup so to speak, namely the sebum (= skin natural oil) but also the sweat (they’re usually waterproof).<\/p>\n

Some examples of the ingredients that are often found in makeup primers:<\/p>\n

– glycerin<\/strong>, which allows the makeup to adhere better to the skin, and for a long time,
\n– silica<\/strong>\u00a0to absorb\u00a0and for it sebum regulating\u00a0effect,
\n– silicones<\/strong>\u00a0to fill the pores and for a smoothing effect (the “perfect skin” effect)
\n– colored pigments<\/strong> for a color correcting effect (for exemple green for redness, purple for brightness, yellow for the dark spots…).<\/p>\n

Are they really necessary?<\/h4>\n

– For the face:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I confess that I’m not a fan of primers with a composition that matches my oily skin. They are usually\u00a0very thick and full of\u00a0silicones<\/strong>, and also, even if I find them effective to blur my pores and reduce the shine, I always end up with a\u00a0lot\u00a0of blackheads if I use them more than 2 days in a row.
\nSo I usually\u00a0don’t use a\u00a0lot of\u00a0face primers\u00a0most of the time but\u00a0I still manage to keep my makeup by choosing the right products and techniques (I’ll explain it in the following paragraphs;) ).<\/p>\n

The only two I use sometimes are those that have a cleaner composition:<\/p>\n

Step 1 Matifying primer by\u00a0Make Up For Ever<\/a>: without\u00a0silicones, it contains some absorbent silica to regulate sebum secretions. A little goes a very long way, and I apply it only on my\u00a0T zone simply\u00a0because it tends to emphasize\u00a0drier areas. And you really need to “work”\u00a0it on the skin\u00a0because it tends to\u00a0be patchy\u00a0if you don’t blend it perfectly. I only use it occasionally because it’s not the most practical to apply but it’s true that it absorbs sebum really well.<\/p>\n

Smashbox\u00a0Photo Finish Primer Water<\/a>:\u00a0it’s a very light mist, it really looks like water and you can\u00a0spray it on the face before or after makeup. It’s silicone free, alcohol-free, oil-free\u00a0and enriched with electrolytes which are supposed to\u00a0revitalize and moisturize the skin.
\nI’ll be honest, I haven’t seen a big difference in the lasting power\u00a0of my makeup with or without it\u00a0but I find it refreshing, so I like to use it before my makeup because it’s nice to use.
\nNow, I did a little bit of digging, \u00a0and I realized that the formula of the Smashbox mist is exactly the same as the MAC Mineralize Charged Water<\/a> that retails for $24 (the Smashbox is $32). So I’ll let you guess which one I’ll be buying next time! wink<\/span> <\/p>\n

– For the eyes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

For me, eye makeup primers\u00a0are absolutely essential<\/strong>. They make a huge difference in the lasting power of\u00a0my makeup. In fact, when I discovered their existence, they totally revolutionized<\/strong> my makeup routine! And I’m hardly exaggerating.
\nBefore, any makeup that I had\u00a0on my eyes invariably ended up migrating into my crease\u00a0in 3-4 hours max. Now, I can keep my eye makeup all day and\u00a0even much of the evening without having to touch it up. I can finally keep my eye makeup despite my super oily eyelids!<\/p>\n

The composition of these eye makeup primers\u00a0is far from natural (hello silicones!), but for the eyes, I don’t mind\u00a0because no risk of black heads in the area! wink<\/span> <\/p>\n

My favorites:<\/p>\n

Stay Don’t Stray by Benefit<\/a>:\u00a0my concealer primer. Yes, it seems a bit excessive but honestly, I always do a lot to conceal\u00a0my dark circles<\/a> (with the application of a corrector, a concealer and powder on top, I don’t want it to crease in less than 2 hours!) so I applied it before my other products. I tried it on the eyelids, it wasn’t bad but not as effective as the other bases I use.<\/p>\n

Mac Paint Pot<\/a> (in the shade\u00a0Painterly<\/strong>):\u00a0I used it as a primer for a very long time although technically it’s actually a cream eyeshadow. It is long-lasting enough to be\u00a0used as a primer (especially if you\u00a0choose a flesh color like\u00a0Painterly for example for my skin tone) because it unifies the eyelid and sets the makeup applied above. I use it less often now because with the heat we have here and my oily\u00a0eyelids, I need something more long-lasting\u00a0but for a more temperate climate and drier eyelids than mine, I would 100 % recommend it.<\/p>\n

Pep+ Prime 24-hour extend eye base by MAC<\/a>\u00a0and the\u00a0Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base by NARS<\/a>:\u00a0my two favorites primers for the eyelids! I find them equally effective, they are great. They make sure\u00a0that my eye makeup doesn’t move during the\u00a0day, even when it’s very hot. If I had to choose between the 2, I have a slight preference for the packaging of the MAC one that I find easier to use (the NARS one has an applicator that I do not find very\u00a0hygienic or practical). And besides, the MAC one is a little less expensive … wink<\/span>
\nI apply them either with my fingertips or with a brush with synthetic bristles\u00a0(I use the 142 Concealer Buffer by ZOEVA<\/a>) and I set it\u00a0with a little loose powder or a flesh tone eyeshadow. The powder also helps to blend\u00a0the eyeshadows easily on the primer\u00a0because it\u00a0can be a little sticky if it’s not set with powder.<\/p>\n

Use some long-lasting makeup products:<\/h3>\n
\"Long<\/a><\/div>\n

The big\u00a0secret\u00a0behind\u00a0a long-lasting makeup is to always favor makeup products with a long-lasting formula<\/strong>. In other words, oil-free products\u00a0and powders are you best friends.<\/p>\n

The application technique<\/strong> is also important: in general, if you\u00a0want your makeup to last, it’s better to\u00a0apply all liquid or creamy<\/strong> makeup products first<\/strong> and then to apply\u00a0the powders after<\/strong> to set<\/strong> everything.
\nFor example, a powder blush applied directly on top of your non-powdered foundation will fade easily\u00a0and also be more difficult to blend\u00a0(if you were wondering why your blush made you look like a clown sometimes, this is a possible explanation ;P ). Same for a cream blush applied on top of a powder. First, it won’t last as well\u00a0and in addition, it can\u00a0move the foundation and the powder you just applied.<\/p>\n

Finally, the way you apply your products is important: you want to tap them with your brush or your sponge<\/strong>, not swipe them. Doing light tapping motions, you’re sure to really apply your product onto your skin and it will really help them to last longer.<\/p>\n

– My favorite long-lasting base products:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I prefer the oil-free and matifying foundations like the\u00a0Perfection Lumi\u00e8re Velvet by CHANEL<\/a>\u00a0or the\u00a0Velvet Skin Matte Tint by NARS<\/a>, both with a very light texture and perfect to be applied with your fingertips.<\/p>\n

Same thing for the concealers, I usually choose a dryer, not too creamy formula, oil-free and waterproof like the\u00a0Secret Camouflage by Laura Mercier<\/a> (I use the shade SC-3) or the\u00a0Full Cover by Make Up For Ever<\/a> (I use the shade 6 Ivory). I applied them with a fine brush with synthetic hair (I love the\u00a0Laura Mercier<\/a>\u00a0one) or directly with my fingertips.<\/p>\n

And if I want my base\u00a0to look perfect for more than 12 hours, I have a\u00a0secret weapon<\/strong>: the Double Wear by Est\u00e9e Lauder<\/a>.
\nAn oldie but a goodie, this foundation is a best-seller<\/strong> for the brand and has been for ages. And for very good reasons!
\nI discovered it super late (last summer) but since, it has been my favorite foundation for those days when the thermometer exceeds 30 degrees and I still want a flawless complexion. The coverage is quite heavy\u00a0but if I apply it in small quantities and using a damp Beauty Blender<\/a>, it doesn’t give me a mask\u00a0and it covers all my imperfections in one glance. It’s fragrance-free, oil-free, waterproof, hypoallergenic, non-acnegenic and the lasting power is supposed to be 15 hours.\u00a0I can confirm that it\u00a0really lasts 15h<\/strong>. I did some crash-tests when I spent some days\u00a0in Qatar or Kuwait for work and I was flying super early in the morning (understand in the middle of the night) and coming back super\u00a0late at night the same day and my foundation was still on my face, looking pretty decent!<\/p>\n

\"Face<\/a><\/div>\n

– The setting face powders:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Face powders help to set<\/strong> makeup and mattify<\/strong> the skin. Through their texture, they ‘re absorbent<\/strong> and avoid the makeup\u00a0to melt in a few hours.<\/p>\n

Personally, I prefer loose powders<\/strong> for my makeup in the morning because they’re thinner<\/strong> and more natural than pressed powder, which I usually\u00a0reserve for touch-ups\u00a0throughout the day.<\/p>\n

I usually apply them with a brush for a more natural effect. For the application technique, I don’t swipe it with my brush on\u00a0my face, I prefer to gently press<\/strong> the powder onto\u00a0the skin with my brush using\u00a0a small amount<\/strong> of loose powder to really set<\/strong> the makeup. In doing this application technique, the makeup stays in place so much longer.<\/p>\n

Another tip, if I really want a super long-lasting makeup, that doesn’t budge, I use my damp\u00a0Beauty Blender<\/strong> to apply my powder. With this technique, the result is a little less natural but it will stay put for hours.<\/p>\n

My two favorite loose powders (both transparent):<\/p>\n

Laura Mercier Transparent Loose Setting Powder <\/a>:\u00a0very fine and super natural, this powder sets all the makeup, even the under eye concealer, without \u00a0being heavy and drying the skin. It’s imperceptible, smooths the skin texture, reduces visible pores and controls the shine for hours. It’s considered one of the best loose powders by makeup artists around the world and its reputation is well deserved! However, it’s not cheap at all\u00a0($38 for 11g).<\/p>\n

RCMA No Colour Powder<\/a>: my favorite at the moment, I’m obsessed! The same quality as the Laura Mercier one: ultra finely mild, non-drying, totally imperceptible, with a smoothing\/perfecting effect on the\u00a0skin and mattifying. And, the icing on the cake: not expensive at all: $12 for 85g. It’s such a bargain!<\/p>\n

Makeup setting sprays: do they really work?<\/h3>\n
\"Makeup<\/a>\"Makeup<\/a><\/div>\n

The makeup setting sprays\u00a0are a plus<\/strong> to help the makeup last longer,\u00a0but to be honest, I don’t think they make a huge difference. Let’s say that I personally don’t rely only\u00a0on them\u00a0to maintain my\u00a0makeup.<\/p>\n

They’re often compared to hairspray and the concept\u00a0is quite similar because they actually form a film<\/strong> on the surface of the makeup to protect<\/strong> it from pollution, sweat, heat, dust in order to make it last longer<\/strong>. They also sometimes incorporate skincare effects like moisturizer, anti-pollution, or soothing ingredients…<\/p>\n

For me, since I use a lot of powder, it allows me to freshen up<\/strong> my makeup and remove the excess of powder\u00a0if I was a bit heavy handed.<\/p>\n

I use these makeup setting sprays\u00a0at the end<\/strong> of my makeup application: I spray several spritz from\u00a0about 20 cm<\/strong> of my\u00a0face and I let the product dry without touching my face<\/strong> to allow the\u00a0makeup to remain intact.<\/p>\n

I\u00a0tried some of them:<\/p>\n

All Nighter<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0De-Slik<\/a>\u00a0 by Urban Decay: they are both quite\u00a0effective to set the makeup\u00a0but I must admit a slight preference for All Nighter which gives more radiance to the complexion. De-Slik is a little bit more drying. However, they are both heavy in\u00a0alcohol in the formula, so probably not recommended for sensitive skin.<\/p>\n

Fix’ Makeup by Clarins<\/a>:\u00a0I adore this spray for the very cool and soft\u00a0effect. Super soft, enriched with soothing allantoin, moisturizing aloe vera\u00a0and an anti-pollution complex, it’s very skincare oriented. It brightens the complexion\u00a0and helps to\u00a0set the makeup.<\/p>\n

Mist & Fix by MUFE<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Fix + by Mac<\/a>: these two, I prefer to use them before my makeup or to wet my brush or my sponges. I don’t think they have a real setting power on makeup, at least on me. However, they are very cool and moisturizing, so quite pleasant to use. They are both alcohol free.<\/p>\n

Do some\u00a0touch-ups throughout the day:<\/h3>\n
\"Compact<\/a><\/div>\n

Even if you used all the previous tips to make your\u00a0makeup last longer, sometimes you\u00a0need to do touch-ups<\/strong> during the day because your\u00a0skin may shine after a few hours, especially when it’s oily like mine.
\nSo, I always have blotting\u00a0papers and a pressed powder compact ready to use in my bag!<\/p>\n

– Blotting papers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are different kinds: those, very fine, which look like cigarette paper and the others, my favorite by far, those that have a very soft plastic texture. I much prefer these because they are much more absorbent<\/strong>.
\nTo use them, simply apply\u00a0a blotting paper on the\u00a0greasy\u00a0areas and press\u00a0gently without rubbing<\/strong>: it will soak\u00a0the excess sebum like a sponge.<\/p>\n

My favorites are the Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets<\/a>, which I have use for years (at least 15). In Dubai, they’re impossible to find\u00a0(while the brand Clean & Clear is available here, which is even more frustrating).
\nThey are sold throughout Asia, so I made huge stash for myself ups\u00a02-3 years ago when I went there but I saw they were available\u00a0on Amazon<\/a>: yayyy!<\/p>\n

– Pressed powder compact:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I don’t use them all the time because usually,\u00a0I just use a blotting paper and it refresh\u00a0my makeup enough. But sometimes, especially if I want it to last a little longer, use a little bit of powder<\/strong>\u00a0is the best option! smile<\/span> <\/p>\n

I usually start with using a blotting\u00a0paper on greasy areas to create a\u00a0“clean” base and don’t apply the product directly\u00a0on the sebum (gross).
\nUsually, I use the powder\u00a0puff\u00a0which comes with the compact\u00a0because it’s more convenient to carry than a brush (a tip: if you have acne, remember to clean the puff regularly,\u00a0and same thing goes for\u00a0your makeup brushes. Nothing worse for acne than a dirty makeup tool that will only spread more germs on your skin).<\/p>\n

My favorite pressed powder compact:<\/p>\n

MAC Blot Pressed Powder<\/a> (I use the shade Medium): I used a lot when I was younger\u00a0because I used to apply very light coverage foundation\u00a0and this powder\u00a0adds a little bit more coverage. It’s very fine, with a very matte finish and it reduces the visible pores effect.<\/p>\n

Laura Mercier Smooth Focus Pressed Setting Powder Shine Control<\/a>: my favorite because it’s completely transparent and doesn’t add any coverage. It\u00a0gives a matte finish to\u00a0the skin\u00a0and blurs\u00a0the pores appearance. It’s the one which is in my purse right at the moment.<\/p>\n

And you, what are your tips\u00a0for a long-wearing makeup? Feel free to leave me a comment, I’m very curious to know if you have some great tips to share!<\/h3>\n

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