My makeup is sliding off, separating or pillingUpdated a month ago

We're here to help!  

First, let's look at some reasons why these issues can happen;

Using too many products — or applying too much of them—limits the ability of the skin to absorb them, resulting in pilling or makeup not sitting right. If you find this is happening with your makeup, take a look at the amount of products you're using. Then, either reduce the amount of products you're using or start with using a little less to see if it improves. 

Not taking enough time between application (skincare>foundation) Sometimes, your products need time to absorb. Skincare tends to be okay to apply one after the other, but try to allow a couple of minutes between your moisturiser and applying your primer, foundation or complexion products. 

Using the wrong combination of products

If your primer is silicone based, and your foundation is water based, this can cause separation.  Make sure your base matches - i.e. Water based primer + water based foundation.

Not using products suited to your skin type 

If you have oily skin, using a primer like Beauty Base Oil Control, along with a matte or satin foundation (like Second Skin Matte or Satin Silk) may help control shine and prevent makeup from melting off. 

If you have dry skin, try to use products that are hydrating or have a sheer/dewy finish, like Hydratint, Tint and Glow, or Second Skin Dewy. Hydrate and Hold is also amazing to use before and after your makeup application to add extra Hydration.

If you have combination skin, Velvet Veil loose powder and Beauty Base Oil Control will be your best friend. Make sure to add moisture to any dry areas, and add oil control to any oily areas. For example, you could start with using Beauty Base Oil Control on your T-Zone (or wherever you find gets oily), and Beauty Base Protect everywhere else. Then after applying your preferred foundation, add a light dusting of Velvet Veil Loose Powder in the T-Zone to really lock it in!

Our team's favourite prep and makeup routine 

Skincare

DuoCleanse 

Hydrate & Hold 

HydraGlo 

Cloud Cream (only use a small bit if you're on the oily/combination side!)

Primer 

Beauty Base (choose oil control if you're oily/combination)

Complexion

Foundation: For dry skin - Second Skin Dewy, HydraTint or Tint & Glow. For Oily or combination - Second Skin Matte, Satin Silk, HydraTint 

Concealer: Brighten up concealer for the undereye, Satin Silk Concealer for any redness or acne cover up, Complete Cover up for more full coverage 

Bronzer: Liquid Lights Bronzer or Cream Luxe Bronzers

Blush: Liquid Lights Blush and Highlight or Cream Luxe Blush/Highlighters

Setting powder: Velvet Veil loose powder

Setting spray: Hydrate & Hold