all day makeup

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I hope that you’re having a great week so far! One makeup item that I use daily, but up until now have only casually mentioned on my blog or YouTube channel is makeup setting spray! So, today I thought that I would share the basics of why you may want to consider trying a makeup setting spray if you haven’t already, and how to use them. If you like these types of posts, please comment so that I know and can keep it up : ) Your comments always make me smile ; )

WHAT IS A MAKEUP SETTING SPRAY?

Just like a makeup primer (*Note: my favorite is the Benefit Porefessional) is used to help keep your makeup in place, a setting spray is used to help keep you makeup in place. A primer is used before you apply your makeup, and a setting spray is used after you’ve applied your makeup.

WHY YOU SHOULD USE THEM:

Just like you would use a protective coat when painting your nails or Mod Podge on a craft project, you should apply this final step after working hard on your makeup! Makeup setting sprays should not change the look or texture of your makeup. Makeup setting sprays are sold by both drugstore brands and high end brands and also just like foundation they have different formulas for different skin types. Setting sprays can also help if you’ve gone a bit overboard on powder products and help get you back to a more natural look while helping lock your makeup in place.

HOW TO USE THEM:

I like to spray about 8-10 inches away from my face first make a “T” formation and then an “X” formation. If I just have a regular, casual makeup day I will do one “T” and one “X” but if I am getting ready for a big event or a dinner date I will do each one twice for a total of four sprays.

MAKEUP SETTING SPRAY SUGGESTIONS:

FOR OILY SKIN:

Urban Decay All Nighter

(*Note: My holy grail setting spray!)

FOR DRY SKIN:

NYX Setting Spray Dewy Skin

FOR ALL SKIN TYPES:

Laura Geller Spackle Mist

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Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I wear makeup nearly every day, even in the summer, and now that we are smack dab in the middle of summer I wanted to share my tips for making my makeup last all day. If you have any tips of your own, feel free to leave them for everyone to read in the comments!

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Go Light With Foundation

I wear foundation or BB cream, but I wear as little as possible in the summer! You can use concealer where you need it, and wearing less foundation will help you to avoid heavy makeup which isn’t fresh or summery. Summer is the time to let that skin breathe a little : )

Set Your Makeup With Powder

I always set my makeup with powder, focusing on the t-zone of my face because that is wear I tend to get oily. If you apply a translucent powder as opposed to a skin toned powder you will lessen the risk of your makeup looking cakey.

Use a Makeup Setting Spray

My personal favorite is the Urban Decay All Nighter Makeup Setting Spray. I spray in an X and then in a T motion over my face after applying my makeup. *Tip: If you’re not using a waterproof mascara, spray this before you apply mascara.

Blot Before Powdering

When I notice my face getting oily I blot it with a blotting sheet first and then go in with either a bit of powder or the always-in-my-bag Mally Beauty Poreless Face Defender. I like the blotting sheets from Clean & Clear and if you want to splurge, the blotting papers from Tatcha are really nice as well. In a pinch you can even use a tissue to blot away oil.

Use a Kabuki Brush For Powder

When I do use powder I apply it with a kabuki brush. Using a kabuki brush instead of the small sponge or pouf that comes in powder compacts has changed my blotting game! You can buy a small retractable brush from Too Faced or another similar one that is easy to throw into your bag.

MAKEUP SETTING SPRAYS: WHY & HOW TO USE THEM!

HOW TO MAKE YOUR MAKEUP LAST ALL DAY