Oily skin can be a nightmare for anybody who just wants to look good in makeup. And for some, oily skin can be a common occurrence, whether at home or in the middle of a party or meeting For those who just want to look good despite their natural oily face, here are a few quick tips to let your makeup last longer than it normally would.
Use Primer
Arguably the most important tip here is to use a primer. If there’s one thing you should take away from this article, it’s this. Primer is essential in laying a foundation that prevents oil from surfacing up. It’s your best defense at keeping your face oil-free while wearing makeup, so be sure to save up on a good one.
If you’re not someone who enjoys applying primer everywhere on their face, don’t worry. You can minimize using primer by only placing it on the oiliest spots on your face. This may vary from person to person, but generally, you want to focus on the nose and forehead the most, and maybe the chin if oil builds up there for you too.
Powder is a No-Go
Powder can be a great way to add complexity and depth to your skin and some may even consider it to be a solution to oily skin. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth, as the powder can result in pushing the oil from your pores outward. That’s the last thing you’d want when applying makeup.
So, if you want to prevent this from happening, keep powder usage to a minimum. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use powder entirely, mind you - it just means that if you can skip the powder, do it. Save it for important parts of the face only if you can help it.
Primer Over Concealers
Another reason why primer is perfect for oily skin: eye makeup creases. Creases can happen due to oily skin, and using concealer won’t help. If you want to get rid of those dark circles, using a primer meant for eyeliners would be a better option as they’re designed to work on oily skin. It also helps that these types of eyeliners are great substitutes for concealers, so you don’t have to worry about looking great, either.
Blotting Papers to the Rescue
When all else fails, you’ll need something to minimize the damage. At the end of the day, there’s no stopping oil buildup on your face, and you’ll eventually see some popping up here and there. For this reason, you should carry a few blotting papers with you at all times. If you’ve been dealing with an oily face all this time, then you’re probably already doing this. If you aren't, consider bringing a few every time you go out. It’ll save you more often than you think.
Conclusion
Oily skin may feel like a high-maintenance nightmare, but with the proper tricks and tools, you can go the entire night with the right makeup and a few blotting papers for safety.
