How to prepare your skin for heavy make-up!

How to prepare your skin for heavy make-up!

Follow the right steps to keep your skin glowing.

Holidays are coming and this certainly means heavy and impressive makeup for women on every occasion. The truth is that many times we overdo it with Christmas or New Year's makeup. Glitter, powder, intense eye look, metallic lipsticks, and many other things that weigh down our face. That's why we need very good preparation before and after makeup.

Let's see together some skincare tips that will help you maintain healthy skin before heavy makeup.

1. Facial Cleansing

  • La Roche Posay Effaclar Anti-Acne Gel for Oily Skin 400ml

    La Roche Posay Effaclar Anti-Acne Gel for Oily Skin 400ml

    from 12,79 €
  • Apivita Cleansing Creamy Cleansing Foam 300ml

    Apivita Cleansing Creamy Cleansing Foam 300ml

    from 9,29 €
  • CeraVe Foaming Gel Normal To Oily Cleansing Gel for Normal/Combination Skin 473ml

    CeraVe Foaming Gel Normal To Oily Cleansing Gel for Normal/Combination Skin 473ml

    from 9,17 €
  • La Roche Posay Cleansing Gel Refill for Oily Skin 400ml

    La Roche Posay Cleansing Gel Refill for Oily Skin 400ml

    from 12,00 €
  • Bioderma Sensibio H2O Makeup Remover Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin 850ml

    Bioderma Sensibio H2O Makeup Remover Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin 850ml

    from 15,10 €
  • Apivita Black Detox Cleansing Jelly Makeup Remover Gel 150ml

    Apivita Black Detox Cleansing Jelly Makeup Remover Gel 150ml

    from 6,49 €
  • Bioderma Sensibio H2O Makeup Remover Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin 500ml

    Bioderma Sensibio H2O Makeup Remover Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin 500ml

    from 11,30 €
  • Avene Cleanance Anti-Acne Gel for Oily Skin 400ml

    Avene Cleanance Anti-Acne Gel for Oily Skin 400ml

    from 11,25 €
  • La Roche Posay Effaclar H Iso - Biome Cleansing Cream for Sensitive Skin 390ml

    La Roche Posay Effaclar H Iso - Biome Cleansing Cream for Sensitive Skin 390ml

    from 14,28 €
  • CeraVe Hydrating Normal To Dry Skin Cleansing Cream for Dry Skin 473ml

    CeraVe Hydrating Normal To Dry Skin Cleansing Cream for Dry Skin 473ml

    from 8,37 €

Cleansing is the number one secret. It allows makeup products to be applied correctly and effectively, giving a uniform result. 

Tip: It is important to have followed the necessary facial care routine the previous evening.

2. Face exfoliation

  • Apivita Scrub for Face for Oily Skin Deep Exfoliation with Olive Oil 50ml

    Apivita Scrub for Face for Oily Skin Deep Exfoliation with Olive Oil 50ml

    from 10,00 €
  • Frezyderm Scrub for Face in Gel for Sensitive Skin 100ml

    Frezyderm Scrub for Face in Gel for Sensitive Skin 100ml

    from 11,07 €
  • The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution Peeling for Face in Lotion 240ml

    The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution Peeling for Face in Lotion 240ml

    from 20,00 €
  • The Ordinary Solution AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling for Face in Serum 30ml

    The Ordinary Solution AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling for Face in Serum 30ml

    from 13,89 €
  • Natura Siberica Anti Ox Wild Blueberry Scrub for Face 50ml

    Natura Siberica Anti Ox Wild Blueberry Scrub for Face 50ml

    from 6,33 €
  • Apivita Scrub for Face for Normal/Dry Skin Mild Exfoliation with Apricot 50ml

    Apivita Scrub for Face for Normal/Dry Skin Mild Exfoliation with Apricot 50ml

    from 7,70 €
  • La Roche Posay Effaclar Exfoliating & Cleansing for Face in Lotion for Oily Skin Astringent Micro-peeling 200ml

    La Roche Posay Effaclar Exfoliating & Cleansing for Face in Lotion for Oily Skin Astringent Micro-peeling 200ml

    from 10,01 €
  • Korres Apothecary Wild Rose Petal Soft Exfoliating & Cleansing for Face 150ml

    Korres Apothecary Wild Rose Petal Soft Exfoliating & Cleansing for Face 150ml

    from 7,77 €
  • Frezyderm Ac-Norm Peeling for Face in Gel for Oily Skin 50ml

    Frezyderm Ac-Norm Peeling for Face in Gel for Oily Skin 50ml

    from 11,20 €
  • Apivita Olive Scrub for Face for Oily Skin 50ml

    Apivita Olive Scrub for Face for Oily Skin 50ml

    from 7,70 €

Don't forget exfoliation. After cleansing, it is the next step to deeply clean dead cells and create a smooth skin.

Tip: Exfoliation does not need to be done daily. 1-2 times a week is the ideal frequency.

3. Moisturizing Cream

  • CeraVe PM Moisturizing Night Lotion Suitable for Normal/Dry Skin with Ceramides / Hyaluronic Acid 52ml

    CeraVe PM Moisturizing Night Lotion Suitable for Normal/Dry Skin with Ceramides / Hyaluronic Acid 52ml

    from 11,32 €
  • La Roche Posay Toleriane Sensitive Moisturizing 48h Day/Night Cream Suitable for Sensitive Skin with Ceramides 40ml

    La Roche Posay Toleriane Sensitive Moisturizing 48h Day/Night Cream Suitable for Sensitive Skin with Ceramides 40ml

    from 12,96 €
  • La Roche Posay Effaclar MAT Acne & Moisturizing Day/Night Cream Suitable for Oily Skin 40ml

    La Roche Posay Effaclar MAT Acne & Moisturizing Day/Night Cream Suitable for Oily Skin 40ml

    from 11,86 €
  • Cosrx Advanced Snail 92 All in One 24h Moisturizing & Regenerating Cream Face with Snail Slime Extract 100ml

    Cosrx Advanced Snail 92 All in One 24h Moisturizing & Regenerating Cream Face with Snail Slime Extract 100ml

    from 16,64 €
  • Frezyderm Diamond Αnti-aging , Firming & Restoring Day/Night Cream Suitable for All Skin Types with Hyaluronic Acid Velvet 50ml

    Frezyderm Diamond Αnti-aging , Firming & Restoring Day/Night Cream Suitable for All Skin Types with Hyaluronic Acid Velvet 50ml

    from 40,43 €
  • Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist Moisturizing & Anti-Aging Cream Face Day with Vitamin C 50ml

    Vichy Liftactiv Collagen Specialist Moisturizing & Anti-Aging Cream Face Day with Vitamin C 50ml

    from 26,60 €
  • La Roche Posay Hyalu B5 Αnti-aging & Moisturizing Day/Night Cream Suitable for Sensitive Skin with Hyaluronic Acid 40ml

    La Roche Posay Hyalu B5 Αnti-aging & Moisturizing Day/Night Cream Suitable for Sensitive Skin with Hyaluronic Acid 40ml

    from 25,31 €
  • Vichy Neovadiol Post-Menopause Αnti-aging , Moisturizing & Firming Day Cream Suitable for Dry Skin 50ml

    Vichy Neovadiol Post-Menopause Αnti-aging , Moisturizing & Firming Day Cream Suitable for Dry Skin 50ml

    from 26,01 €
  • La Roche Posay Effaclar H ISO-Biome Blemishes , Moisturizing & Restoring Day/Night Cream Suitable for Dry/Sensitive Skin 40ml

    La Roche Posay Effaclar H ISO-Biome Blemishes , Moisturizing & Restoring Day/Night Cream Suitable for Dry/Sensitive Skin 40ml

    from 12,65 €
  • Bepanthol Restoring & Moisturizing 24h Day/Night Fluid Suitable for All Skin Types with Vitamin C 75ml

    Bepanthol Restoring & Moisturizing 24h Day/Night Fluid Suitable for All Skin Types with Vitamin C 75ml

    from 12,40 €

After removing dead cells, it's time to moisturize your face. Moisturizer helps give your skin the right elasticity, which helps prevent wrinkles.

4. Face Serum

  • Cosrx Moisturizing Face Serum Advanced Snail 96 Suitable for Dry Skin 100ml

    Cosrx Moisturizing Face Serum Advanced Snail 96 Suitable for Dry Skin 100ml

    from 13,95 €
  • La Roche Posay Acne Face Serum Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Suitable for Oily Skin 30ml

    La Roche Posay Acne Face Serum Effaclar Ultra Concentrated Suitable for Oily Skin 30ml

    from 21,76 €
  • CeraVe Brightening Face Serum Resurfacing Retinol Suitable for All Skin Types with Retinol 30ml

    CeraVe Brightening Face Serum Resurfacing Retinol Suitable for All Skin Types with Retinol 30ml

    from 13,43 €
  • La Roche Posay Αnti-aging Face Serum Hyalu B5 Suitable for Sensitive Skin with Hyaluronic Acid 30ml

    La Roche Posay Αnti-aging Face Serum Hyalu B5 Suitable for Sensitive Skin with Hyaluronic Acid 30ml

    from 28,75 €
  • La Roche Posay Αnti-aging Face Serum B3 Suitable for All Skin Types with Retinol 30ml

    La Roche Posay Αnti-aging Face Serum B3 Suitable for All Skin Types with Retinol 30ml

    from 29,53 €
  • Vichy Booster Moisturizing Face Serum Mineral 89 Suitable for All Skin Types with Hyaluronic Acid 50ml

    Vichy Booster Moisturizing Face Serum Mineral 89 Suitable for All Skin Types with Hyaluronic Acid 50ml

    from 16,61 €
  • Beauty of Joseon Moisturizing Face Serum Propolis & Niacinamide Suitable for All Skin Types 30ml

    Beauty of Joseon Moisturizing Face Serum Propolis & Niacinamide Suitable for All Skin Types 30ml

    from 13,22 €
  • La Roche Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Anti-aging Serum Facial with Vitamin C for Radiance 30ml

    La Roche Posay Pure Vitamin C10 Anti-aging Serum Facial with Vitamin C for Radiance 30ml

    from 27,00 €
  • The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Deficiencies & Resources Serum Facial 30ml

    The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Deficiencies & Resources Serum Facial 30ml

    from 10,50 €
  • Aloe Colors Αnti-aging Face Serum Aloe Vera Acid Suitable for All Skin Types with Hyaluronic Acid 100ml

    Aloe Colors Αnti-aging Face Serum Aloe Vera Acid Suitable for All Skin Types with Hyaluronic Acid 100ml

    from 6,17 €

The serum provides even greater hydration and freshness to the skin, giving a feeling of freshness to your face. Additionally, it helps the makeup stay in place throughout the day.

5. Lip exfoliation

  • Anaplasis Lip Scrub Cherry 15ml

    Anaplasis Lip Scrub Cherry 15ml

    from 3,00 €
  • Essence Lip Scrub 9gr

    Essence Lip Scrub 9gr

    1
    3
    1
    from 3,03 €
  • B.Fresh Never Been Kissed Lip Scrub 15ml

    B.Fresh Never Been Kissed Lip Scrub 15ml

    0
    0
    from 5,45 €
  • Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Smoothing Sugar Lip Scrub 12gr

    Estee Lauder Pure Color Envy Smoothing Sugar Lip Scrub 12gr

    1
    0
    1
    from 25,82 €

This step is very important, especially during the winter months when the lips become very dry. By removing dead cells from the lips, your favorite lipstick will stay even more stable!


And after this necessary skincare routine, you are ready to do the most impressive makeup for the holidays!

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