How to Apply Matte Foundation if You Have Dry Skin

March 14, 2023
Ariel Wodarcyk
By: Ariel Wodarcyk | Makeup.com by L'Oréal
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Step 2: Use a Sponge Instead of a Brush

“A very important element of applying matte foundation is to use a damp Beautyblender, ” says Carillo. “The moisture mixed with the foundation really makes it look like skin.” For a matte foundation that will make blending even easier, try the matte and transfer-proof YSL Beauty All Hours Foundation.

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Step 3: Finish With a Setting Spray

A setting spray gives your skin an extra hit of hydration and makes your makeup last longer. To keep your skin looking matte but not cakey or flat, try the Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray. As for powder, Carillo says that those with dry skin can usually skip it. “That said, if you want to ensure your foundation is locked in place, I'd go for a loose powder and set only where you get oily,” he says. Think the T-zone and the sides of the nose.

Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray
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