Makeup Techniques For Dry Skin

Make Up Tips

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By Anjana Ns

Friday, October 28, 2011, 12:08

No matter how expensive cosmetic brands you use on dry skin, it always has the dull, dry and aged look. The flakes on skin make your face appear as if burnt. Right makeup techniques are needed to take care of the dryness and make skin look youthful and glowing. Take a look at the makeup techniques for dry skin.

Makeup Techniques For Dry Skin

1. One of the most important dry skin tips to follow is massaging face with coconut oil. Always massage face for about 10 minutes (before bath) with warm oil. The oil lubricates skin and prevents getting dry during cold season.

2. Exfoliation needs to be a regular skin care treatment. Removing dead skin cells and clogged pores will make the skin clearer and better. To start with, apply a good water based moisturizer (as oil based may make the skin too greasy by the end of the day). The best time to apply a moisturizer is just after bath.

3. If you skin tone is irregular, then dab little foundation all over the face. Wet palms with a drop of moisturizer and spread the foundation evenly. A compact can complete the makeup.

4. If you still find some remnants on skin, add little more moisturizer on the area and rub until the skin absorbs. It is best to avoid blush or shimmer and maintain the make up for dry skin simple. A natural lip gloss and an eye liner would complete the look for a casual occasion.

5. Generally the flaky skin is more visible on forehead, near eyes and eyebrows so applying more cream in the region will make the skin appear soft and well moisturised. A creamy eye shadow and blush will be a better choice for a party look.

Removing makeup before going to bed and applying a soothing night cream will also be a good tip for winter skin care. Night creams repair skin and help maintain the water balance in skin all through the day.