Skin Prep Essentials

As a makeup artist I am often given the task of using my brushes as a magic wand. I am here to tell you that although I have talent, I am not a miracle worker. Besides the most important task of taking care of your skin with proper skincare routines, next important task is to prep your skin properly.

If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent far too much time hiding wrinkles, erasing crepey skin, or going through many trial-and-error attempts with different moisturizers. The most important thing is ensuring that your skin is moisturized and primed will ensure that your makeup applies flawlessly. I can break it down as simply as comparing it to an english muffin and a bagel. If your skin suffers from dry patches, large pores, etc the products applied will simply be adsorbed into those areas differently than others. This then translates to uneven application and inability to allow your natural beauty to shine. Prepping your skin with moisturizers and primers lays the groundwork for the makeup.

The products that I personally use and those I keep in my professional makeup kit as pictured from left to right in first photo:

Benefit Cosmetics – The POREfessional Face Primer

Embryolisse – Lait-Crème Concentré

L’ORÉAL – Studio Secrets Magic Lumi Light Infusing Primer

NIVEA MEN – Sensitive Post Shave Balm

Benefit Cosmetics – ‘That Gal’ Brightening Face Primer

Tula – Urban Defense Hydrating Mist

Smashbox – Photo Finish Foundation Primer

Yes, I said Nivea Men’s Shave Balm… I promise, you won’t be disappointed.