Foundations like mac studio finish powder foundation that don't clog pores as much?!?
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Mac studio finish powder foundation has GREAT coverage, but it clogs your pores like crazy! Is there any foundation that has the same type of coverage as the mac foundation but still doesn't look as cakey or clog pores? Also, I have very sensitive, combination skin that is acne prone if that helps.
Thank you SO much!
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First off if you have oily/acne prone skin you need to take care of it. Buy a cleanser suited to this skin type from Alba at your local drugstore. I recommend the Pineapple Enzyme one along with their scub (which you must mix with kaolin clay from whole foods). After tone to remove any extra bacteria and to tighten your pores. You can use plain witch hazel from the pharmacy for this purpose. For moisturizer, use pure jojoba oil from your local health food store. It moisturizes your skin and balances it out, but tricks it into stopping heavy production of oil. This is ideal for oily/combo skin, sensitive skin. It will not clog your pores at all.
After you are done with cleansing, exfoliating, toning and moisturizing, you will need a primer. You can just use plain milk of magnesia from the drugstore or a BB primer.
Prestige's Multifinish Wet/Dry Powder Foundation is pretty much a dupe of the MAC studio fix foundation and has a light to full coverage depending on application. Under ten dollars it gives a natural and flawless look and doesn't clog your pores.
Another good drugstore option that won't break you out/clog your pores and is ideal for oily/combo, sensitive or acne prone skin is Revlons Mineral Mousse. It provides a light to medium coverage and looks very natural.
For a drugstore finishing powder, you can use Prestige's Perfectly Matte.
If you want to mix up your routine a bit, are willing to spend a bit more to stay matte as long as possible, want to feel natural yet have everything you want to hide under control:
Try BB Cream which can be ordered from Amazon or Yes style. I really love BB Cream because it evens out your skin tone in a natural light coverage, heals acne scarring, doesn't cause acne, prevents darkening of the skin + treats under eye circles, while it already comes with an spf in it. There are bb creams for any skin type.
My favorite currently is Baviphat's Magic Girls Magic BB cream in fresh for oily skin. I like using the Alima Satin Matte Mineral foundation on days that I need it and their mineral concealer for extra coverage and any problem blemishes/circles I may have. I always use Jurlique's Citrus Silk finishing powder even on days that I skip the mineral foundation, because it keeps my overly oily skin matte for over 8 hours even in the hottest/humid conditions.
Remember to always clean your face before applying any makeup and to remove it at night before going to sleep. Never share makeup/tools and clean your brushes after each use or at least 3 times a week. Don't reuse sponges more than once. Buy a 2 dollars pack of over a 100 to use and don't use the puffs, sponge applicators that comes with cosmetics. Also toss those out and replace each use. Don't touch your face if you haven't just washed your hands. You don't want to collect bacteria and add it back to your face, causing more acne and oil production.
Drink at least 10 glasses of pure water a day, cut out greasy/sugary foods/empty carbs, introduce greens/fruits/veggies/legumes/whole grains/lean protein and exercise regularly. This should really help with oily skin.
First off if you have oily/acne prone skin you need to take care of it. Buy a cleanser suited to this skin type from Alba at your local drugstore. I recommend the Pineapple Enzyme one along with their scub (which you must mix with kaolin clay from whole foods). After tone to remove any extra bacteria and to tighten your pores. You can use plain witch hazel from the pharmacy for this purpose. For moisturizer, use pure jojoba oil from your local health food store. It moisturizes your skin and balances it out, but tricks it into stopping heavy production of oil. This is ideal for oily/combo skin, sensitive skin. It will not clog your pores at all.
After you are done with cleansing, exfoliating, toning and moisturizing, you will need a primer. You can just use plain milk of magnesia from the drugstore or a BB primer.
Prestige's Multifinish Wet/Dry Powder Foundation is pretty much a dupe of the MAC studio fix foundation and has a light to full coverage depending on application. Under ten dollars it gives a natural and flawless look and doesn't clog your pores.
Another good drugstore option that won't break you out/clog your pores and is ideal for oily/combo, sensitive or acne prone skin is Revlons Mineral Mousse. It provides a light to medium coverage and looks very natural.
For a drugstore finishing powder, you can use Prestige's Perfectly Matte.
If you want to mix up your routine a bit, are willing to spend a bit more to stay matte as long as possible, want to feel natural yet have everything you want to hide under control:
Try BB Cream which can be ordered from Amazon or Yes style. I really love BB Cream because it evens out your skin tone in a natural light coverage, heals acne scarring, doesn't cause acne, prevents darkening of the skin + treats under eye circles, while it already comes with an spf in it. There are bb creams for any skin type.
My favorite currently is Baviphat's Magic Girls Magic BB cream in fresh for oily skin. I like using the Alima Satin Matte Mineral foundation on days that I need it and their mineral concealer for extra coverage and any problem blemishes/circles I may have. I always use Jurlique's Citrus Silk finishing powder even on days that I skip the mineral foundation, because it keeps my overly oily skin matte for over 8 hours even in the hottest/humid conditions.
Remember to always clean your face before applying any makeup and to remove it at night before going to sleep. Never share makeup/tools and clean your brushes after each use or at least 3 times a week. Don't reuse sponges more than once. Buy a 2 dollars pack of over a 100 to use and don't use the puffs, sponge applicators that comes with cosmetics. Also toss those out and replace each use. Don't touch your face if you haven't just washed your hands. You don't want to collect bacteria and add it back to your face, causing more acne and oil production.
Drink at least 10 glasses of pure water a day, cut out greasy/sugary foods/empty carbs, introduce greens/fruits/veggies/legumes/whole grains/lean protein and exercise regularly. This should really help with oily skin.
girls - what are your skin care / makeup must haves?
Q.
Answer
skincare:
-face wash (cetaphil)
-toner (clinique clarifying lotion)
-moisturizer ( cetaphil daily moisturizing lotion with spf 15)
-exfoliant (biore pore refining scrub)
-lip moisturizer ( burt's bees or neutrogena lip conditioner)
-make-up remover (optional)
make-up
-foundation (mac studio fix / mineralized or everyday minerals)
-blush (mac / benetint by benefit also doubles as a lip stain)
-bronzers (hoola by benefit)
-concealer (boi-ing by benefit)
-eye lash curler
-mascara
-nice neutral eyeshadows
-eyeliner (black, brown & white)
-make-up brushes!! =)
skincare:
-face wash (cetaphil)
-toner (clinique clarifying lotion)
-moisturizer ( cetaphil daily moisturizing lotion with spf 15)
-exfoliant (biore pore refining scrub)
-lip moisturizer ( burt's bees or neutrogena lip conditioner)
-make-up remover (optional)
make-up
-foundation (mac studio fix / mineralized or everyday minerals)
-blush (mac / benetint by benefit also doubles as a lip stain)
-bronzers (hoola by benefit)
-concealer (boi-ing by benefit)
-eye lash curler
-mascara
-nice neutral eyeshadows
-eyeliner (black, brown & white)
-make-up brushes!! =)
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