There is nothing worse than creating a beautiful makeup look and then having half of it come off throughout the day. To ensure that your makeup will have full effect, start with a clean face after cleansing and you’ll be good to go. Here are my tips on making your makeup last longer.
Moisturise that face
Moisturising will create a smooth base before putting any makeup on. This will also prevent your makeup from creasing and going into fine lines. I know that someone concealer will crease under your eyes on your foundation will sink into your smile lines so I found this really useful. Not only this, but moisturiser will help keep your skin hydrated throughout the day and will prevent your skin from getting too dry or too oily. The great thing about moisturiser is that you don’t have to spend loads of money for a good one. There are plenty of great drugstore moisturisers and one of my favourites is the Simple Kind to Skin Hydrating Light Moisturiser.
Primer up
I know that some people like to skip this step as they don’t think it is necessary, however, I find that primer makes my foundation stay a lot longer. A primer will seal in your moisturiser and make your face a bit tacky so that your foundation sit on top of it rather than absorbing into your skin. My ultimate favourite primer is the Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Instant Soft-Focus Beauty Flash Primer as it adds a bit of shimmer to your face and leaves you glowing. If you are looking for a colourless primer, I like the L’Oreal Infallible Priming Base as it leaves your skin feeling so soft and will hold your makeup in place all day. I also like to use an eyeshadow primer to ensure that my eyeshadow will last all day. My current favourite eyeshadow primer is the Urban Decay Primer Potion in ‘Eden’.
Set with powder
Using powder will set your liquid or cream makeup in place and is important for keep concealer in place. I make sure that I powder under my eyes and over my t-zone as that is where your makeup is more likely to move from. If you like a more matte finish, I find that powder is also good for helping you achieve this. I would argue that powder is more important than a primer but both are good for optimum longevity.
Don’t forget the setting spray
Once you have finished your makeup, spray your face with a few squirts of setting spray to prevent makeup from moving or disappearing. Think of it as a hairspray, but for your face and kind of refreshing. The good thing about setting spray is that you can fit them in your bag and spray your face whenever you feel your makeup make start to budge. My favourite setting spray is the NYX Matte Finish/Long Lasting Setting Spray as it lasts for such a long time and is small enough to fit in your handbag. NYX also have another version for those of you that prefer a dewy finish.
Find long-lasting products
There are some products that claim to be long-lasting and the majority do not disappoint. If you have an event coming up, such as a wedding I would recommend investing in some long-lasting products such as the Rimmel Lasting Finish 25hour Foundation.
Apply in light layers
Not only do light layers look more natural, it allows your make up to last longer as there will be less oil and will stop products from slipping around on your face. Light layers will give a smoother look, preventing texture and looking more like a second skin. Also, try to stop touching your skin throughout the day. I know I’m guilty of this but not only does it introduce bacteria onto your face, but it will rub off the makeup on your face.
Keep your essentials nearby
If you can, keep your essential makeup products in your bag in case you want to top-up throughout the day. Keep it to the minimum as you shouldn’t need to redo your whole face. I would recommend blotting instead of topping up your makeup as this will prevent dehydration and larger pores. NYX sell a Matte Blotting Paper which is designed to remove excess shine and keep you looking matte.
What are your essentials for making your makeup last all day?
Great tips! Your makeup looks great and I’ve been looking for a product to keep my makeup looking fresh all day. I’ll have to try the NYX Dewy Finish!
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Thank you so much! I hope you love it 😊
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I have just started applying primer … I will also use your tips. I need to do better with make up. I am too old to not know how 😀
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It just takes practice, you’ll soon learn what does and doesn’t work for you 😊
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I don’t use a lot of make-up and surely not every day so this post was very interesting. I didn’t know that a primer was so important in keeping your make-up on for longer.
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NYX Is my favorite go to make up. I adore the stay matte spray and actually find its the best one I’ve ever owned. I forget about Primer all the time so I should really start remembering it.
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Ugh I have a terrible time getting my makeup to last all day! Although I’ve started using primer so hopefully that will do the trick!
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Thanks for reading. Hopefully your primer will help out.
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It’s high time I start using a good primer. Thanks for the article! Good job.
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Thank you very much!
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These are great tips! And in perfect timing for the holidays. Nothing like being around the family for an all day event and having your make up slowly wear off!
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Thank you! I know right, it’s so frustrating!
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I love love love that NYX setting spray!! It works so well and it’s so much cheaper than the MAC I used to use!
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NYX is a really great drugstore brand.
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Apply in light layers is so right! I think people tend to overlook that haha
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Haha you’re not wrong!
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Your makeup looks great and I’ve been looking for a product to keep my makeup looking fresh. I love how you pull off the red lipstick
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Thank you, that’s so kind.
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OMG! I love this NYX setting spray! I love the look of the matte spray! Plus it is a great price!
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Okay, now I feel a bit stupid, LOL. I’m lucky if my makeup lasts an hour. I never knew there were so many different ways to make it last longer. Oh well, you’re never to old to learn
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I agree, you are never too old to learn. Also, what works for someone else may not work for you do is all about trial and error.
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I’ve been preaching the wonders of a good solid primer for so long! And I’m so glad to see you use NYX as well! It’s a great cruelty free brand and their primers are so efficient!
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It took me so long to start using a primer but now I’d never go a day without it. NYX are one of my favourite drugstore brands.
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NYX is one of my favorite makeup brand! It’s truly that my makeup will last!
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I personally have problems with foundation disappearing after 4/5 hours, especially when it is cold, windy and raining, I never managed to find a way to mantain a decent colour through the day. I will try the spray and see how it works for me.
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Useful make up tips for a woman like me who is not much in daily routine of make up. But when you say make up lasting whole day so now I seem to be convinced to try.
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I’ve just discovered Primer about a year ago…..I know very late in the game, Better late than never though. I don’t know how I went so many years without using it. I haven’t NYX brand, I mainly use E.L.F
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I’ve been havig trouble with my eyeshadow lately, mostly at work where we have a lot of hot bright lights but I think I may need to invest in the fixing spray. Wonderful advice, thank you for sharing!
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The all-nighter spray is my go to. But it’s amazing what adding powder into the routine can do.
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I totally need this! Some days it feels like your make up vanishes are just minutes
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I know that feeling!
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I have a really oily skin and I follow all these steps but sometimes there’s no help to it 😀
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I prefer the apply in light layers method, but I usually do not wear much makeup anyway. For dressing nicer I might try a setting spray or primer. Thank you for the product suggestions.
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You look so beautiful. You have mentioned some amazing tips. I agree with using the primer and setting powder, they do make a lot of difference.
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Thank you so much!
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I really hate reapplying makeup! Will start practicing your tips! I think they would be a great help.
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Thank you, hope it helps!
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Your makeup is so pretty! I LOVE UD’s primer in Sin. I currently have it in original, so I apply Sin eyeshadow on top. It works okay, but not as well as the Sin primer.
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Thank you so much! I’ve never used that but it sounds really good.
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I love your sweater and the mug! They both give such a comfy and wintery feeling. The tips are really useful, too!
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Thank you!
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You look beautiful, your make up is on point. I definitely need all the tips when it comes to make up as I know nothing much about it.
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Thank you so much! It’s all about trial and error, you’ll soon work it out 😊
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Guess what, I don’t use any of the products you’ve mentioned: primer, setting spray, powder and no wonder my makeup doesn’t last! I usually skip those to avoid clogging of the pores… But i guess I have to start trying the products one by one!
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I am a dumbo when it comes to makeup, taking notes from your post, will try to learn more soon. thanks for the tips
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It’s all about trial and error, you’ll soon work it out after having a play.
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This is an amazing and extensive routine that you have here. I used to wear makeup and I was always upset it was not lasting until the end of the day! Now I know how to change that
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Thank you so much! Hope some of these products work for you.
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NYX’s setting sprays are amazing and you can’t beat that they are affordable!
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I agree, NYX is a great brand!
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I feel like you just did a super thorough tutorial for how to layer makeup 😊 thanks for th tips on primer, thin layers, and setting spray!
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Thank you so much, I hope it helped.
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These are all great tips. You look gorgeous in your makeup. I really like the shade of your lipstick and that sweater looks so cozy.
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Thank you! It is really cosy.
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Wow I loved this make up tips so much ❤💕
They’re very useful
Thanks a lot for such a wonderful article ❤
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Thank you, I’m glad they helped!
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Great product and post. I know that this is an issue that a lot of people feel when wearing their makeup, so great job!
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Primer and setting spray are two things I keep telling myself I need to use to help my make up last! The other tips are great too. Need to practice them all more.
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I normally use a primer for special ocassions but set my makeup with a powder on normal days..
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i swear by this setting spray! half the price of the urban decay one and works just as well!
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It’s just a good spray!
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I don’t wear a lot of make-up so this post was very useful. I have never used a primer or a settling spray before and I have always wondered how can I make my eye shadow last longer.
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I’m currently into the Fenty beauty primer and I’m looking forward to trying the milk makeup blur stick.
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