What to do if you don’t have foundation. How to replace foundation in summer?
We talk about alternatives that are suitable for hot weather and will come in handy on vacation
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Not everyone likes to use foundation in hot weather. If you belong to this category, our material is for you.
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How to replace foundation in summer: fresh solutions
Four products that will make you feel comfortable and look great when it's hot outside.
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BB cream
Enough has already been written about the benefits of BB cream. This is a universal product that combines the functions of several beauty products at once: primer, concealer, foundation and sunscreen. BB cream has a lighter texture than foundation, does not clog pores and moisturizes the skin. In addition, it contains SPF, which makes it indispensable for the summer season.
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You can apply BB cream, like regular foundation, in different ways. More details in our
Cushion
Essentially, a cushion is the same foundation, but with a lighter texture. And it is packaged in a compact round bottle, which comes with a special porous sponge. It is this sponge that provides a translucent coating that is not felt at all on the skin even in hot weather.
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Mineral powder
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Mineral powder is a universal product, but it is especially suitable for those with combination and oily skin types. In addition to its main task, it copes well with sun protection, since microparticles of minerals act as a physical sun filter.
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Mineral powder is also recommended for those with sensitive skin, as it does not contain potentially allergenic components, and mineral particles soothe the skin, preventing redness.
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Concealer and corrector
Local skin imperfections can be hidden with concealer or corrector. Don't forget that the concealer has a dense base, so it is suitable for spot masking imperfections. Concealer can be used to even out skin tone, eliminate redness and dark circles under the eyes.
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Primer
The purpose of the primer is to prepare the skin for applying the tone. It moisturizes the skin and evens out its texture. Primers are slightly pigmented. If you just need to even out your skin, you can use makeup base as a stand-alone product.
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What else can you replace foundation with?
It is not necessary to use decorative cosmetics to achieve a uniform complexion. We offer several ideas that will allow you to take a break from foundation in the summer.
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Matting napkins
Owners of oily and combination skin are well aware of how hot weather affects the condition of the face. Mattifying wipes will help get rid of oily shine - they will not only eliminate unwanted shine, but also refresh the skin, restoring a healthy look to the face.
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Tonic
Using a toner, you restore the acid-base balance of your facial skin. It is the tonic that will help the skin look fresh and rested - so much so that foundation may not be needed. Remember to apply it correctly. Tonic should complete the facial cleansing procedure.
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Moisturizing cream
Everyone knows that it is necessary to moisturize the skin, but not everyone does it. But in vain: moisturizing is indispensable for all skin types, including oily and combination skin. It is proper hydration that reduces excessively intense sebum production and thereby minimizes the risk of new inflammations. Choose gel-based creams and gradually get rid of oily shine and other imperfections associated with increased sebum production. Moisturizing follows cleansing and toning the skin. And don’t forget that regular skin care at home is quite capable of eliminating the need to use foundation over time.
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Steam your face from time to time
In addition to the scrub (or rather before it), it is ideal to make a steam bath for the face. All so that everything unnecessary comes out of the pores, and oxygen, on the contrary, enters. In addition, such a sauna will restore the skin's water balance, blood circulation and metabolism. Total advantages!
All you need to do is pour boiling water into a large bowl (if you don’t have one, wash the salad bowl) and add some healthy herbs or a few drops of essential oils. Important: cool your potion a little, otherwise you will get a burn instead of a bath! Now dive under the towel and keep your face above the water for about 15 minutes. That's it! You can congratulate yourself on a “light steam”, and then - scrub, cream... Well, you know!
How to make foundation at home without powder. How to make foundation at home?
Every girl dreams of perfect facial skin, but sometimes freckles, pigmentation and dark circles under the eyes spoil the overall look. To eliminate these problems, there are many remedies that require regular use. In order not to wait for the cosmetic product to work, you can opt for foundation. This is the ideal solution for an instant skin transformation.
What does it represent?
In the last century, foundation was called putty because it had a too thick and dense structure. On the face it turned into a very noticeable mask that did not allow the cells to breathe. These issues have now been resolved. The foundation has the perfect consistency.
Foundation is a product that consists of colored pigments that imitate the color of the skin. It should be used during the day to revitalize and even out skin tone. Its main purpose is to hide age spots, pimples or spider veins.
You need to use this product to create perfect makeup. Especially if you use bright lipstick or eye-catching eye makeup. In these cases, the skin color of the face should be uniform.
It is not at all necessary to resort to foundation if a girl has almost perfect skin. Natural makeup can be done without additional products.
Correct color
The color of such cosmetics must fully match the tone of the skin. It should not be darker or lighter than your natural complexion to look as natural as possible.
Lighting is also very important. If a girl is going on a date by candlelight, then it is better to choose a product in cool shades of pink or gray. In daylight, it is better to use a product with golden shades. The brown color of foundation is suitable only for a tanned girl.
How to choose?
When choosing the right option, you need to take into account your own skin color. You need to select a product only in good lighting, otherwise you can make a mistake with the tone. In the store, you need to apply a little product to the surface of your face and look at your reflection in the mirror. If no highlights are visible, the complexion does not differ from the color of the neck, then this is the tone you need to buy.
You can choose the desired tone on your neck. Often the skin on the face is darker than other parts of the body because it is exposed to more sun.
The color of the face and neck should be the same. If they are too different from each other, you will have to apply the product to all areas to even out the tone. Otherwise the transition will be too visible. It will seem to you and those around you that you are wearing a mask on your face.
How to cook it yourself?
You can make such a remedy at home. Some people have refused cosmetic products, believing that they contain a lot of chemicals. For this reason, they learned how to create the necessary cosmetics at home. Any girl can master this recipe. Knowing the correct proportions, you can prepare everything yourself - and at the same time be sure that it will ideally suit your own skin color.
Recipe 1. To prepare this product you will need day cream and powder. You need to add cream to the container and slowly pour powder into it. There are no specific proportions, because the number of components must be adjusted independently. The composition is thoroughly mixed and tested on the wrist to find out whether the color matches the complexion. If powder is not available, you can replace it with blush or eye shadow of the desired shade.
This is the easiest way to make the desired composition if you suddenly need to cover up bumps or pimples.
Reviews
Victoria, 24 years old: I started making foundations quite recently. My only regret is that I didn’t learn about the recipes earlier! I have a jar of cream that lasts for a whole month. It's very economical.
Tamara, 31 years old: Due to my allergies, pimples constantly pop up. I only save myself with foundation. I decided to make my own foundation. Amazing result! Natural ingredients do their job.
Olga, 19 years old: I really liked the result. And it's quite easy to prepare. I always have the ingredients for some recipes on hand. It doesn't clog pores, which is especially important to me.
Distract attention
In makeup, as in the image, everything is decided by accents. Has a pimple popped up on your forehead? Quietly hide it under concealer and brighten up your lips! Is your chin peeling? Give expressiveness to your eyes - for example, curl your eyelashes. For a one-time effect, use a special eyelash curler, for a permanent effect, extend them.
This is done for the reason that a layer of foundation sometimes only aggravates the situation and, on the contrary, highlights all the problem areas. Therefore, do not abuse it and highlight only your advantages.
Unexpected beauty collaboration: AliExpress released lipstick together with Makeup Kitchen
The demand for beauty products among AliExpress buyers is growing by leaps and bounds. In this regard, representatives of the online hypermarket are thinking about launching their own red matte lipstick.
Over the past couple of months, representatives of the AliExpress website have noted active growth in sales in the category of lipsticks from Russian manufacturers. Based on this fact, the local division of the brand decided to launch its own cosmetic product, which became a lipstick with a matte finish. The Makeup Kitchen laboratory helped the largest online retailer create the product.
The base of the lipstick is 90% vegetable waxes, and there are no adhesive or alcohol-containing components in the composition. This avoids dryness and flaking, which often plague matte textures.
For now, the limited-edition lipstick will not be available for retail sale - it can only be obtained in two ways: by winning an AliExpress Instagram contest or by making a purchase at the Malina Beauty Store beauty supermarket.
Goodbye concealer! Permanent makeup has reached the area around the eyes
Thanks to the fashion for microblading, tattooing has received a chance for a second life. Using eyebrows as an example, we saw that permanent makeup can look natural and harmonious. But is it appropriate to use this technology in the area under the eyes?
Despite many arguments against permanent makeup, it cannot be denied that it is a very convenient procedure. Having done it once, you can forget about decorative cosmetics for a long time. Now this technology is also used to disguise dark circles and blood vessels under the eyes.
Semi-permanent eyelid concealer is very similar to other types of tattooing in that the pigment is also driven into the skin using a cosmetic gun. The procedure itself was developed by Brazilian tattoo artist Rodolfo Torres, who specializes in masking various skin problems using tinting pigments.
Torres explains that before he begins tattooing under the eyes, he uses a small handheld device to determine each client's unique skin tone and customize the ink.
But it is worth noting that many experts are categorically against this technique, explaining that a tattoo under the eyes will look strange, especially due to tanning or signs of aging. In addition, the skin of the eyelids is very delicate and close to the eyes, so there is a high risk of unwanted infection.
Look me in the eye! Makeup tips for those who wear glasses
Still think that makeup and glasses are incompatible things? We hasten to dissuade you: wearing such an accessory in no way restricts you from using eyeliner or mascara. The main thing is to know how to apply them correctly.
Don't use too much foundation
One of the most common problems for those who wear glasses is marks and dents that remain on the bridge of the nose. Obviously, the thicker your foundation, the more noticeable these abrasions will be. Therefore, either use light fluids or apply the tone as thinly as possible.
Pay special attention to your eyebrows
Eyebrows are the only accent on your face that “remains visible,” even if you wear glasses. No, this is not a reason to make them brighter or more noticeable - just be more meticulous when styling them. And remember that lenses visually enlarge the area around the eyes, and therefore every extra hair will be visible to the naked eye.
Don't give up on eyeliner
Eyeliner is a great way to highlight your eyes. When drawing a line, start from the frame: a thin eyeliner will look appropriate in combination with the simplest frames, and a thicker one with horn and plastic ones.
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Curl your eyelashes
When it comes to eyelash makeup, you should focus on the curl rather than the length. Using a curler gives an effect similar to eyelash extensions, which means your eyelashes won't touch the glass every time you blink. If your eyelashes are naturally long, you should use waterproof mascara to avoid the notorious “panda effect.”
