5 All Day Makeup Tips to Help Your Makeup Last

From appointments to luncheons to conference calls and everything in between, you juggle many things throughout the day. With a full calendar, no one has time to worry about their makeup sliding down their face and their eyeliner migrated down towards their cheeks. We have collected the top 5 all day makeup tips to give your look staying power.

1.) Products

One of the most important factors in makeup lasting through your hectic day is the products itself. You will need great quality makeup. However, that doesn’t mean you have to spend an arm and a leg for it. Most importantly, you should find products that are highly pigmented. What does that mean exactly? It’s just fancy for your product has been finely processed and allows you to have brighter, and more vivid color with one swipe or less application. For great, quality products don’t be afraid to sample and see what works for you. We have several beauty professionals that can customize products just for your skin and lifestyle. Book here.

2.) Exfoliate

This step is crucial to not only an improved makeup look that has staying power but also to your skin in general. You can exfoliate away dull, dry skin that is aging you and instantly look younger and more refreshed. In addition to your skin thanking you, you will also see improvements in your makeup. When your skin in smoother it allows your makeup to go on more evenly and have fewer layers.

3.) Prime

I know, I know. We have all heard it, but it’s true! You do need to prime to get the most out of your makeup. Exfoliating will only take you so far. When you prime it helps to even further smooth the skin and fill in those fine lines. You provide a better surface for your makeup and improved appearing complexion for yourself. #winning

4.) Setting Powder

Set it and forget it. Once you have but in the precious time to put on your face, make sure you take the last step and set it. There are many powders and setting powders on the market now, and they come pigmented or transparent, so there is something for everyone. Most often, the setting powder will mattify your makeup and prevent your makeup from smudging and sliding.

5.) Beauty on the Go

Now with all these tools, you should see a greatly improved look throughout the day. That being said, it never hurts to have a few beauty essentials in your bag. Blotting powder, lipstick, and a great all in one cream blusher are must haves. They can really pump up any look after a long day.

Bonus Tip!

One more tip for the road. Once you have locked your makeup in with a setting powder don’t touch your face! We are all guilty of this but do try to be aware of how often you are touching your face. The oils from your hands can take that makeup off that you spent precious time applying. Plus, you can have peace of mind knowing you aren’t transferring those nasty little cold and flu germs up to your face.

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