Heat, humidity and sweat; three of make-up’s biggest enemies. Or so you might think. It doesn’t have to be that way, since nifty products and clever application techniques can help your make-up stay put through thick and thin – and that’s with a mask on, too.
Here find five make-up artist-approved tips to harness when it’s hot. Prep the skin How you tend to your skin you apply make-up is key to enhancing the longevity of base formulas. As well as hydrating the skin, make-up artist Jamie Genevieve is a great believer in the power of primer for make-up longevity.
“Use a primer that feels slightly tacky,” she recommends. Most formulas now marry stellar primer capabilities with hydrating and barrier-boosting ingredients, like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide. Choose the right foundation Finding the right is essential if you want to wear it all day – and it’s not as difficult as you might think.
Those who prefer a barely-there finish should opt for BB or CC creams, or tinted moisturisers – Lisa Eldridge’s new Seamless Skin Enhancing Tint is second to none for a glowy summer finish. For those who like medium coverage and upwards, look for products labelled “long wear”. “These will have been tested by a panel of people to ensure they can perform in such a manner,” says Debbie Finnegan, MAC’s global senior artist.
MAC’s Studio Fix Fluid Foundation is one such formula and promises to last for up to 24 hours on skin. Set your base Whether you use a spra.