Ask any makeup artist their secret to a flawless base and they'll tell you the same thing: it's all in the prep. Makeup applied to well-prepared skin looks smoother, lasts longer and photographs beautifully — no matter the products you use.
Here's the step-by-step skin prep our makeup artists in Warsaw use before every application.
Start with a clean canvas
Cleanse your skin to remove oil and residue so makeup sits evenly. Clean skin is the foundation of a smooth, long-lasting base.
Exfoliate ahead of time
Gentle exfoliation a day or two before (not on the day) removes dead skin so foundation doesn't cling to dry patches or flakes.
Hydrate well
Apply a hydrating serum and moisturiser, and let them absorb fully. Well-hydrated skin keeps makeup from looking cakey or settling into fine lines.
Don't skip eye care
A little eye cream smooths the under-eye area so concealer applies seamlessly without creasing.
Prime to perfection
Finish with a primer suited to your skin type — mattifying for oily skin, hydrating for dry — to create the perfect grip for foundation.
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