Keeping skin fresh and flawless

As the weather gets cooler, you may notice your skin tends to dry out from the constant temperature changes. 

There are a few tips and tricks to keep your makeup looking flawless and fabulous. Start by keeping your skin healthy and soft. Be sure to treat your skin kindly and it will return the favor. Eating healthy and drinking appropriate amounts of water will show through with glowing skin.

Do not sleep in your makeup, this includes eyeliner and mascara. Remove all traces of your makeup with a quality face wash and makeup remover. I adore Cetaphil, it's perfect for sensitive skin too!

Exfoliate your skin to rid it of dead skin cells and renew that healthy glow. Philosophy's Microdelivery Peel Pads are perfect for at home exfoliating.

Your skin needs moisture to stay healthy. Just as important as what you put into your body, you need to pay attention to damage from outside elements such as the sun, smoke, fumes, dirt, pollution, etc. Creating a barrier to block out these toxins will help keep your face fresh and beautiful. Avoid tanning and always protect your skin from the sun (not just your face, but every part of your body is susceptible to damage.) Never go without something on your skin; at the very least a moisturizer with SPF. Many people feel makeup clogs the pores, but applying makeup will actually create that much needed barrier.

Embryolisse Skincare Lait-Creme Concentre is an excellent moisturizer and perfect for dry, flaky or even sunburned skin. This can be applied before any other cosmetic products.

After applying your moisturizer, you should add a makeup primer to your skin. This will help the makeup glide on smoothly and keep it looking fresh throughout the day. I adore Peter Thomas Roth Max Anti-Shine Mattifying Gel. It's an excellent choice to keep the skin shine-free and oil-free.

After you've applied your complete makeup application, you want to keep it from disappearing throughout the day. A sealing spray will help the makeup stay put. There are many makeup sealers available and I've even heard of people using hairspray (please DO NOT do this.) When I'm not airbrushing, the one I prefer is Face Finish by Face Atelier. It's alcohol free, works to hydrate your skin and can be used to freshen up your look throughout the day.

By paying attention to your skin and treating it with love and affection, you will find your skin returns the favor with a healthy, flawless glow!