How to Prep Skin for Flawless Makeup

Skin Prepping Steps for a Perfect Complexion

It's no secret that great skin is the way to flawless make-up. When you prep your skin right, applying your make-up is effortless. You don't need to worry about your foundation being patchy, or your pores looking visible, and best of all, you'll glow from within.

So let's talk about the crucial skin prepping steps to achieving flawless, glowing skin.

Exfoliation

Exfoliation is the route to smooth, clear, soft skin. Its job is to remove dead skin cells on the surface of the skin, helping to improve tone, texture and give the skin a deep clean. For those that are concerned with visible pores, a double cleanse followed by exfoliation will reduce build-up in the pores, helping to minimise their appearance.

Dermalogica's Daily Microfoliant can be used daily pre-makeup! This uber gentle exfoliant features rice powder and enzymes that work together to polish the skin. It also contains a brightening Complex of Phytic Acid, White Tea and Licorice, helping you work that luminous look.

Hydration

There are so many reasons why a hydrated skin ups your make-up game. When you focus on extra hydration, your skin's plumper, it helps minimise fine lines, and it'll stop your skin from sucking out the moisture in your foundation which is why you get that patchy look.

Double down on your hydration by combining a toner with a serum. A hydrating spritz toner such as Dermalogica's Multi-Active Toner provides a light veil of moisture so that your skin better absorbs your serum. Think of a dry sponge versus a damp sponge. The damp sponge absorbs water more easily – this is the same as using a toner with your serums and moisturisers. The other benefit of Multi-Active Toner is that it can be spritzed throughout the day to freshen up your make-up look.

Dermalogica has two serum options ideal for make-up prep: Skin Hydrating Booster and Phyto Replenish Oil. Think of the Skin Hydrating Booster is a glass of water for the skin. It's oil-free, rich in Hyaluronic Acid and instantly disappears into the skin. It can even be used around the eyes and on the lips to minimise fine lines and treat dryness. If you love the dewy look, then you're going to be obsessed with the feather-light, Phyto Replenish Oil. Packed with plant oils such as Chia Seed Oil, Orchid Flower and Camellia Japonica Oil, it defends and hydrates, as well as bestowing the skin with an all-day glow. For extra dew, mix 1 – 2 drops of the oil into your primer or foundation!

Prime

Primers have become a staple in our make-up kits. They even out the surface of the skin, providing a smoother canvas for a lasting make-up finish, plus act as a protective barrier between your skin and make-up. But did you know your primer can also provide benefits for the skin? Dermalogica's Skin Perfect Primer SPF30 is a true multi-tasker. Designed to control and prevent skin-aging triggers, it helps fill fine lines, improve skin firmness and boosts luminosity. Its velvety texture leaves the skin silky smooth! Additionally, it is lightly tinted to give the skin a fresh glow. And with the invisible sunscreen, it makes protecting the skin from the number one cause of skin ageing easy.

You'll be amazed at the difference to how your make-up sits and looks when you invest in your skin.