Matte foundation provides a long-stay finish because it doesn’t crease or grease up immediately like oily foundations. Nonetheless, there are times you want a dewy look, but you do not have the right product. So, how do you make matte foundation dewy?
Getting the perfect makeup is not a tall order, but it can get challenging if you don’t know how to make your products versatile. If you think you have to buy a product for every type of makeup look, then you are still a fledgling.
All you need are tips and hacks to get the desired look you want with your makeup. If you are going for a dewy, glow finish and all you have is a matte foundation that feels dry on your skin after application, then you need to try these tricks.
See how to turn matte foundation into a dewy finish for that effortless glow of the skin.
How to make matte foundation dewy
1. Use a wet tool
Whether a makeup brush or beauty blender/sponge, be sure it is damp but not soaked with water. When you use a wet makeup brush or beauty blender, it absorbs the foundation and dissolves the texture a little. This gives it the soft glowing base you want.
2. Dew drops
Dew drops are hydrating serums that enhance the glow and hydration of your face. To give your matte foundation a dewy finish.
All you have to do is mix a few drops of the drops to your matte foundation, mix and apply to your face. If you want a luminous finish, apply the drop over your matte foundation. The drops provide a layer of shine over your matte foundation.
3. Mix with oil
Face oils are essential for people with dry skin. While matte foundations have minimal or no oil in them, to provide a smooth finish, you might need to add face oil to them if you want a dewy finish.
The best oil to mix with your matte foundation is non-comedogenic oils like argan oil, jojoba oil, castor oil, and rosehip oil, among others. These oils are easy on the skin and will not clog your pores.
To use oil, mix your foundation with 2 drops of your preferred oil, then apply on your face. You can increase the oil drops if you have not gotten the dewy finish you want.
4. Use a moisturizer
Moisturizers are hydrators your face needs to maintain balanced moisture and improve skin health. The cream texture of moisturizers makes them the perfect matte foundation lightening agent you need. Also, they provide a silky texture that turns matte to dewy.
To use moisturizers to aid your dewy finish, apply a pinch quantity on your matte foundation. Use a sponge to apply to create a soft glow without creases or breaks.
You can also mix the moisturizer with your matte foundation to provide a hydrating, dewy finish on the skin. Pick whichever application method best suits you.
5. Use a face mist
A face mist is another hydrating product not everyone uses. However, if you have this lying on your vanity, put it to good use.
Spray the mist after applying your foundation, let the mist seep into your foundation, then blend to get a smooth finish.
6. Use dewy concealer
A concealer can come before or after foundation depending on what you are using it for. To get a dewy finish, you can apply the concealer after the foundation to get a luminous finish. You can also mix your foundation if you are looking for a lighter finish.
This also goes for other makeup that comes after your matte foundation. For instance, liquid highlighters and illuminators work best in creating that natural glow you want.
After applying your dewy concealer, layer a liquid highlighter to give your complexion an extra glow. You can also mix the highlighter with your foundation.
When using dewy makeup with matte foundation, the critical point is to make the makeup blend. If the makeup products are not compatible, you would have patchy makeup. So blend in bits to see the result before continuing.
7. Add a dewy primer
A dewy or hydrating primer not only preps and blocks the skin but also hydrates it. So it has a sort of silky texture to it that will keep it from drying up. Applying matte foundation over it can help soften the dry consistency of the foundation.
A hydrating primer as a base before the foundation will provide the radiant finish you want.
8. Use a dewy setting spray
A setting spray provides a long-stay for your makeup. It also helps it not to transfer. Applying dewy setting spray not only sets the makeup but also gives it added moisture that acts as an illuminator, giving your skin a natural glow.
FAQs
Can you mix dewy foundation with matte foundation?
Yes, you can.
Sometimes mixing the products is the best thing. However, this should be if they are of the same consistency. Most dewy foundations come in liquid, so it’s best to use a liquid matte foundation if you are mixing.
Will making matte foundation dewy cause transfer?
It’s possible for matte foundation to transfer when dewy.
However, to prevent this, apply setting spray with the foundation and after applying foundation. You should also avoid touching your face too much to keep the makeup from transferring.
Can oily skin types use a matte foundation with dewy finish?
Yes, they can.
Oily skin can use a matte foundation with a dewy finish. When trying to get glowing makeup with matte foundation, use products that are mostly oil-free options. And if you must use oils, go for non-comedogenic oils that would not clog your pores.
Conclusion
Makeup looks depend on what concept you want. If you happened to want glowing makeup, but all you have is a matte foundation, you can simply modify the foundation to give you a dewy finish.
Mixing moisturizer, oil, or even liquid highlighter can make a whole lot of difference. So also does using dew drops, hydrating primer, and setting spray.
However, if you want a light glow, a wet sponge or brush will do that for you. The choice of method is yours. Just be sure to keep the makeup blended to avoid creasing.
Thanks for reading.
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