Contrary to popular belief, makeup is not incompatible with oily skin. You just need to adopt the right technique and use the right products. Focus.

Oily skin, also known as seborrheic skin, is a skin type characterized by an overproduction of sebum, an oily substance produced by the skin's sebaceous glands. How do you recognize it? Oily skin often has a shiny or glossy appearance, especially in the T-zone of the face (forehead, nose, and chin) just like the characteristics of combination skin. This is due to the accumulation of sebum on the surface of the skin. In people with oily skin, we often notice enlarged pores, visible to the naked eye and clogged with impurities, which can lead to blemishes.

What are the essential products for makeup for oily skin?

Just like with your oily skin routine , when it comes to applying makeup, it's important to choose the right products to control shine and ensure long-lasting hold. Here are some essential products for oily skin makeup:

1. Mattifying but not smothering primer: Choose a primer that is specifically formulated for oily skin. This can help reduce excess oil and mattify skin before applying makeup. Look for primers that control shine and minimize the appearance of pores, but make sure they are silicone-free.

2. Mattifying but lightweight foundation: Opt for a foundation with a lightweight, oil-free, and non-comedogenic formula that will mattify the skin. Mattifying foundations help absorb excess oil, minimize shine, and provide long-lasting coverage. Powder formulas or mattifying liquid foundations make a good team for oily skin.

3. Loose Powder or Mattifying Powder: A loose powder or translucent mattifying powder can be used to set foundation and further reduce shine. Apply it lightly all over your face or on shine-prone areas, especially the T-zone. This will help control excess oil and prolong the wear of your makeup.

4. Powder Blush and Blush: To avoid adding extra oil to the skin, opt for powder blush and blush over cream or liquid formulas.

5. Long-lasting eyeshadow: Use eyeshadows that have good adhesion and long-lasting wear to prevent them from moving or fading quickly on the eyelid. Always apply an eyeshadow primer before your eyeshadow.

6. Waterproof eyeliner and mascara: Oily skin tends to produce more oil on the eyelids, which can cause eyeliner and mascara to smudge. Opt for waterproof formulas for long-lasting wear.

7. Blotting paper or pressed powder: These products are great little extras to carry in your beauty kit. They can be used throughout the day to eliminate excess oil, reduce shine and gloss without altering your makeup. Blotting papers absorb excess oil, while pressed powder can be used for light touch-ups.

Of course, don't forget to cleanse your skin thoroughly before applying makeup and use makeup removers suited to your skin type to completely remove makeup at the end of the day.

How to properly apply foundation to oily skin?

To achieve a perfect, long-lasting beauty result and a beautiful mattified complexion, you need to know how to apply your foundation, but fortunately, it's not very complicated.

Steps for good preparation

Prep your skin: Before applying foundation, cleanse and moisturize your skin with products suitable for oily skin, this will have the effect of preparing an excellent base for it. Use a light and non-comedogenic moisturizer to avoid adding an overload of oil to your skin, do a gentle and light scrub to refine the skin's texture, possibly apply a green clay mask to purify the skin and add a mattifying cream if necessary.

Use a mattifying makeup primer: Apply a makeup primer that is specially formulated for oily skin. This primer will help control excess oil, minimize the appearance of pores, and help your foundation last longer.

Choose the right foundation: Opt for a foundation with a lightweight, non-comedogenic and mattifying formula. Fluid foundation or powder foundation are generally recommended for oily skin. Choose a shade that perfectly matches your skin tone to avoid any mask effect.

Application steps

Apply foundation in small dots: Place a small amount of foundation on the back of your hand or on a makeup palette. Use a brush, sponge, or your clean fingers to apply the foundation to your face in small dots.

Blend Evenly: Work the foundation in a gentle blending motion all over your face. Start at the center of your face and blend outward. Be sure to blend the foundation carefully along your jawline, neck, and facial contours to avoid streaks.

Avoid over-application: It's best to start with a small amount of foundation and add more if needed. Over-applying product can make it look heavy and unnatural, and can also promote shine over time.

Set with Powder: Once foundation is applied, set it with a loose powder or translucent mattifying powder. Use a powder brush to gently pat the powder all over your face, focusing on shine-prone areas.

Touch up lightly: If needed, touch up lightly throughout the day using a blotting powder or blotting papers to remove excess oil without altering your foundation.

By following these tips, you can achieve a foundation application that provides even coverage, a matte finish, and long-lasting wear on your oily skin.