10 Hot Hacks for Smudge-Proof Makeup
There’s nothing more annoying than doing your makeup on point only for it to become a gloopy mess once you step out the door into the hot sunshine or a rainy day. To prevent your makeup from dripping and melting, there are some tips and tricks to help you keep your makeup in place. Here are 10 to add to your makeup routine.
1. Use an invisible lip liner
If you’re sick of your lipstick feathering, you need an invisible lip liner. It contains wax that lip color sticks to so that you don’t end up with that dreaded “lipstick bleed” effect. Try Nikol Crystal Clear Invisible Water-Proof Lip Liner. It’s light and creamy while preventing lipstick feathering.
2. Switch to a lip stain
Although you might love wearing lipstick, it’s a smart move to use a lip stain instead if you want a no-budge color that lasts all day. These stains resist smudging and fade-out, giving you up to 10 hours of wear. Try Huda Beauty Lip Blush Cream Lip & Cheek Stain. It’s easy and quick to apply, giving you a matte finish that’s hydrating yet transfer-proof and kiss-proof!
3. Use eyeshadow as an eyeliner primer
Although eye primer is essential to help your eye makeup products stick to your skin, you can do something else that works well to keep your eyeliner from smudging. Using an angled eyeshadow brush, apply eyeshadow that matches your skin tone to the area where you like to wear eyeliner, both above and below your eye. This creates a foundation for the liner while absorbing any moisture on the skin.
4. Blot your moisturizer
Yes, we know you want to move through your morning makeup routine like lightning because you’re so busy, but it’s a mistake to apply foundation immediately after your moisturizer because the latter is oily. This is like trying to ice a cake when it’s still hot. After applying moisturizer, wait for 10 minutes, then blot your face with a tissue or cotton disk to soak up any excess moisture. Then, apply concealer and foundation so they’ll better stick to your skin.
5. Apply makeup products with a sponge
Buffing makeup products, such as foundation, into your skin helps to make them last longer than if you swipe them on with your fingers. So, you need to start using a makeup sponge, like the iconic BeautyBlender. It creates a flawless finish, allowing your foundation to melt into your skin. When using a sponge to apply foundation, first wet the sponge so that the product will be absorbed by the sponge and be easier to blend. Bounce or roll the sponge across your skin so you achieve a smooth finish.
6. Don’t apply foundation before an oil-free primer
There’s no doubt that a primer is an essential product if you want to achieve sweat-proof makeup because it helps your makeup better stick onto your skin. But, the trick is to choose an oil-free primer so your makeup won’t run. It will also prevent breakouts if you’re prone to oily skin. Try Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer, which is oil-free, reduces the appearance of pores and wrinkles, and has a silky and airy texture.
7. Wear a waterproof foundation
To ensure your foundation stays in place, purchase a waterproof formulation that repels oil and moisture. These products usually contain ingredients called fill formers (usually in the form of silicone or polymers) that create a seal on the foundation when it’s applied to the skin. Try Lancome Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation, which gives you 24 hours of breathable yet long-lasting coverage.
8. Swap your powder highlighter for a liquid one
If you want your skin to look sun-kissed even when you’re indoors, avoid using a powder highlighter as it can become cakey. Use a liquid product instead that will give you a natural shine without anything over the top. Apply the highlighter with a sponge or brush so you get a seamless blend. Try Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer that’s filled with skin-nourishing ingredients like white water lily and lotus.
9. Apply liquid blush instead of powder
If you love wearing blush to give you a healthy glow, liquid blush should be your new BFF. Although it’s lighter on your skin, it stays on much longer and gives you a dewy appearance that makes you glow. A good product to try is NARS Afterglow Liquid Blush. It has a smooth texture that blends into skin without causing streaks. It’s light, creamy, and transfer-resistant.
10. Finish off with a setting spray
Setting powder can become streaky and cakey, so opt for a liquid setting spray. Instead of only applying it at the end of your makeup routine, spray some before your foundation to make it longer-lasting. Try Charlotte Tilbury’s Party All Night and Stay All Day. It gives you 16 hours of wear because it’s waterproof, plus it contains aloe vera and Japanese green tea for hydration.
