Makeup is a powerful tool, it can completely change the way you look, but people who have oily skin usually fear applying makeup, thinking that it would either aggravate the acne problem or accentuate acne. But neither of the two things would happen if you know to do things the right way. When it comes to investing in beauty products for oily or acne-prone skin, it all narrows down to the formula. Heavyweight products are not the most suitable choice for such skin type, and powder, water, and gel-based products can work absolute wonders for oily skin. If you are still figuring out which makeup products should become a part of your makeup kit, we are here to help you with that.
While it’s important to invest in the right beauty products, it’s also imperative to prep your skin well enough so that the makeup application is smoother and flawless. Aside from cleansing and moisturizing, you should also exfoliate your skin; just make sure to do it carefully without irritating the active pimples. Additionally, you should always apply makeup with clean hands and makeup tools.
Now, without any further ado, let’s take a look at all the makeup essentials you need to have in your vanity.
Primer
A primer is one of the best beauty purchases to make as it can do absolute wonders for your look. The easiest way to achieve a flawless base is by wearing a primer underneath your makeup. Primer not only helps to even out your skin texture, but it also fills in lines. Additionally, it creates a smooth canvas that allows the makeup products to glide smoothly on the skin and helps to make the makeup long-lasting. You can consider investing in a lightweight matte primer that comes with a blurring formula.
Color corrector/concealer
Concealer or color corrector can be a great help to those who are dealing with acne as it can help to conceal them quite perfectly. Adding layers of foundation on your face can make the base appear cakey or patchy, the best alternative to this is to use a color corrector or concealer to camouflage the imperfections on your face. When it comes to covering your zits, you should opt for a high coverage concealer, and as far as color corrector is concerned, green concealer would help to cover red acne marks.
Foundation
The choice of your foundation can either make the look or break the look, therefore, when it comes to picking the right one for yourself, you should stick to a matte foundation instead of creamy or oil-based ones. Creamy or oil-based foundations are great for lending some glow to the skin, but they don’t work well for people with oily or acne-prone skin as they can cause your pores to clog, which would further aggravate the acne problem. Powder-based foundations are the most suitable choice for oily or acne-prone skin as they help to absorb excess oil from the skin.
Translucent powder
While setting spray is our go-to product when it comes to setting the makeup, it is not an ideal choice for acne-prone skin as it can further irritate your breakouts. This is where a translucent powder comes into the picture. You can apply a layer of translucent powder over your foundation and after finishing your makeup to set everything in place. You can also use it for baking to make your makeup more long-lasting.
Blush
No makeup look feels complete without adding a hint of color to the cheeks. Take your favorite blush and apply it on the apple of your cheeks, chin, and nose to achieve a rosy glow. Just make sure to pick a shade that complements your skin tone, and you will be good to go.