Just like the rest of the world seems to be, we too are mildly obsessed with glazed donut skin. It has everyone in the beauty space in a trance. That said, there’s a buzzy makeup technique gaining #major steam because of its ability to give a seamless, glowy base. Say hi to Patchwork skin. Patchwork skin is Instagram’s latest obsession, and it’s all about tailoring your makeup base according to your skin type to ape that mega-watt glow. Celebrity MUAs and beauty girls alike have been raving about the technique.
Just like patchwork clothing pieces contain a variety of fabrics sewn together, patchwork skin involves applying different skincare and base products – serum, moisturiser, primer, concealer, foundation – to different areas of the face and then buffing away the harsh edges to ensure they mesh together with exacting detail. The makeup technique gives the skin an icing-like sheen and is great for babes with acne-prone and oily skin. Since we’re likely to ditch our full-blown foundation technique for this hack, we just had to give you the full DL so you could take your makeup game to the next level.
Here’s How To Try The Patchwork Skin Trend
For Dry-Skinned Crew
The trend has been bubbling for a while now and has hit a fever pitch. Dry, combination, or oil – whatever the skin type – it’s not the same all over. This is why taking the patchwork approach help on achieving glow in a smart way. It’s all about choosing the right finishes and formulas based on your skin type. Folks with dry skin should opt for glycerine and ceramide-infused serum to give them a plum, hydrated base for the rest of the makeup. You can apply a serum like Skin Ceuticals C, E, or Ferulic Antioxidant Serum all over your face. Follow it up with a moisturiser. As dry skin lacks a lit-from-within glow, you can also go for a dew-inducing makeup primer like M.A.C Strobe Cream. When it comes to foundation, look out for serum-unfused formulations that not only provide coverage but also give a hefty dose of hydration. Use a cream blush to give your cheeks a flirty flushed look and then apply a highlighter on the high point of your face.
For Combination Skin
Combination-skinned folks can use a concoction of hydrating and mattifying products to get the desired finish. Start with a hydrating serum and then apply a mattifying primer or moisturiser on areas that tend to get oily. You can apply a hydrating primer on the rest of your face and neck. Then, apply a lightweight foundation and concealer on areas that might need coverage. Blend it all and seal the deal with a light dusting of setting powder on the oily parts only. Finish the look by applying a creamy blush and highlighter.
For Oily Skin
If you have oily skin, we recommend using gel-like serums instead of moisturisers. Heavy moisturisers tend to enhance the appearance of pores in the centre of the face. You can follow it up with a mattifying primer or moisturiser to blur the look of pores on the sides of the chin, nose, and forehead. This will help create a silky-smooth canvas for the rest of your makeup products. You can use a brightening, hydration serum for areas outside of the face and over your neck. Opt for an oil-control foundation that can mop up any excess oil. Apply it only on areas where you want to cancel out the redness. You can use a foundation like Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder. Blend them together to get a seamless base. Press a setting powder along the T-zone to keep excess shine at bay. Finish the base with a light touch of concealer and highlighter.
You glow girl!
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