HOW TO PREP YOUR SKIN FOR FLAWLESS MAKEUP
by Cassandra Paige
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Hi, beauties! My name is Cassandra Paige. I’m a Celebrity Makeup Artist in LA and I’m here today to give you a breakdown on how to get that flawless makeup you’ve always wanted. And no surprise here, it all starts with your skin! But don't worry, no matter what is happening with your skin right now, it’s ok! Because I have a fool-proof skin prep formula for you all! Whether you have Combination, Oily or Dry Skin, this universal skin prep formula will leave your skin and makeup looking flawless all day! Let’s do this thang.
A Testament To Why This Works:
Throughout my 8 years of being a professional makeup artist, I have worked with all skin types: acne, dehydrated skin, oily skin, dry skin, mature skin, normal & combination skin. My tips for today are meant for everyone! I have curated an inclusive skin prep makeup routine no matter what your skin type is (p.s It’s not only my clients favorite, but also what I do everyday to myself if I want a flawless airbrushed finish!) Have fun, enjoy & always ask for advice in the comments below! Here is my step by step guide to prepping your skin and getting that flawless makeup you’ve always wanted:
Products:
Two-Tone Aloe Cucumber Toner-Roses N Rosé
Vitamin C Serum-Mad Hippie
The Porefessional-Benefit
Liquid Filler Moisturizing Gel Cream-Roses N Rosé
Palladio Powder Finish Foundation + your favorite Liquid Illuminator
Bye Bye Baggage Eye Cream-Roses N Rosé
Roses N Rosé Two-Tone Aloe Cucumber Toner: This toner is always one of my go-tos. Why? Toner without alcohol is a MUST. Pro Insight: Not all alcohol is created equal--meaning, unless you have talked to a dermatologist, it’s best to assume that the alcohol in your toner *cough, cough* that you’re probably using is actually overly drying your skin. Alcohol, in the simplest form, is your skin’s worst nemesis because it will dehydrate your skin, causing those unwanted breakouts & will also speed up the skin’s aging process. A toner that hydrates and soothes is the perfect start to creating the best canvas for your skin #oilisnotbad.
Mad Hippie Vitamin C Serum: This skincare superhero kills all the birds with one stone because it has tons of antioxidants and also hyaluronic acid! Unlike alcohol, antioxidants and hyaluronic acid are your skin’s best friend. This serum has a magical combination of ingredients, meant to brighten, tighten and smooth the skin, while reducing the effects of photoaging (a.k.a what happens to your skin with long-term sun exposure).
Benefit The Porefessional: A must have and a cult favorite in the makeup artist community. This bad boy helps minimize the appearance of pores and soften any unwanted fine lines. Pro Tip: A little goes a long way. Too much will cause your makeup to “roll” off your skin & the best way to apply this is with your fingers and then blend it out with a Beauty Blender.
Roses N Rosé Liquid Filler Moisturizer + Palladio Powder Finish Foundation + Your Favorite Liquid Illuminator: Now that we have moisturized and smoothed out the skin, it’s time to apply our base. This is the key ingredient in the flawless skin formulation because it brings all the other skin prepping parts together. The Liquid Filler is non-greasy and leaves your skin feeling baby soft! You want to mix this with both the foundation and illuminator to create a balanced, natural base that looks like your natural skin...but better!
1 pump of Liquid Filler + a pea size amount of Palladio Powder Finish Foundation + a pea size amount of your favorite liquid illuminator=FLAWLESS!!
5. Roses N Rosé Bye Bye Under Eye: Last, but not least! The finishing touch to a flawless face is concealing those dark circles under the eyes. The trick is to mix a tiny bit of eye cream with your concealer and then apply under your eyes and inner corners of your eyes with your finger tips. Why? Because this helps blend your concealer so you have a smooth & crease free finish!
If you try these tips & products, make sure you tag us so we can share @rosesnroseco & @by_cassandrapaige