We may invest in a good base of makeup, find the concealer that best suits our skin, or master the technique to apply blush, but there is a preceding step that can completely change the result: properly preparing the skin. And when we talk about mature skin, this part of the routine takes on even more importance.
Hydration is the first step
One of the most common mistakes is starting to apply makeup on skin that still feels tight or dehydrated. On mature skin, good pre-makeup hydration can help the foundation glide on better and the finish appear more flexible and natural.
The key is not necessarily to use a very dense cream, but to choose formulas that provide hydration and comfort without leaving a layer too heavy on the face. Serums and lightweight textures can work especially well before makeup, because they allow you to work the skin in layers and adjust the amount to what each area needs.
The Spanish trick of Laura Dern’s makeup artist
«Twelve Beauty is a brand I’ve carried in my makeup kit for years,» explains the makeup artist, who highlights especially the balance between luminosity and respect for the skin barrier that she seeks when preparing the skin of her clients.
Among the products used is B12 Calm Serum, a serum specifically aimed at sensitive, reactive or stressed skin. Its light and fast-absorbing texture makes it a good example of the type of product that can work before starting to apply makeup: hydration and comfort without overloading the skin.
Sérum calmante B12 Calm de Twelve Beauty.
But beyond a brand or a specific product, the interesting thing lies in the technique: prioritizing a calm, hydrated, and flexible skin before even thinking about the foundation.
Another trick for makeup on mature skin
Another trick that we can easily translate to makeup for mature skin is to work with small amounts.
Applying a large amount of cream right before applying makeup can cause the foundation to shift or not settle properly. It is preferable to start with little product, observe how the skin responds and add only where necessary.
Crema hidratante Super Hyaluronic Acid de Hada Labo.
In addition, it is advisable to leave a few minutes between the skincare routine and the makeup. Giving time for the serum and moisturizer to absorb prevents all textures from mixing on the surface of the skin.
Prepare the eye contour as well
The contour area is another zone where it is worth stopping before applying makeup. A large amount of concealer on a dry area can end up accumulating in lines as hours pass.
Therefore, hydrating this area beforehand and avoiding excess product can make a notable difference. Once again, the idea is to prepare better so you have to correct less later.
The key to makeup on mature skin is before applying makeup
Laura Dern’s look serves as a reminder of something we sometimes forget: mature skin does not necessarily need more makeup, but a more careful preparation.
Hydration, lightweight formulas, small amounts and a few minutes for each product to settle can do much more for the final finish than trying to correct the texture afterward with an overly covering foundation.
And perhaps that is the real trick we can borrow from Hollywood makeup artists: spending more time to prepare the skin so that you need much less makeup afterward.
