11 Easy Ways to Winter-Proof Your Makeup
Is wintry weather wreaking havoc with your looks? Don't despair—with these tips and tricks, your makeup can withstand everything the season throws at it.
By Amy Ahlberg
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Defeat dull, dehydrated skin
In the dead of
winter, dry patches can build up on the surface of the skin, leaving you
less-than-radiant no matter how much makeup you apply. The remedy? Once a week, use a
gentle exfoliant and then follow that up with a layer of moisturizer while your skin is
still damp. And be sure to hydrate from within by drinking lots of water.
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Cleanse carefully
If your face feels taut and parched when the weather turns cold, switch up your
cleansing routine. Instead of using a foaming, gel-based cleanser, use milky or
creamy cleansers since they have fewer skin-stripping detergents. Massage into dry
skin, then remove gently with a facial tissue or cotton pads. If that doesn't help, consider using a humidifier to
combat dryness in the air.
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Moisturize while you beautify
A heavy layer of foundation can smudge in the snow and accentuate dry patches. Lighten it
up by mixing equal parts moisturizer and foundation before applying, or use a tinted moisturizer instead.
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Don’t skip sunscreen
Skin-ravaging UV
rays are present year-round. Add in the sun-reflecting properties of snow (and
outdoor activities like skiing) and it's clear that your summer SPF routine is just as important in the winter.
Get in the habit of wearing a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30
daily, no matter what the season.
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Prevent windburn
On the most blustery days, create a barrier between your face and the
wind by applying a richer, extra-moisturizing emollient or salve. For more
protection, put up your parka’s hood, or wear a hat and a scarf that you can bundle up around your neck and nose.
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Reduce redness
If the icy cold or wind has left you with an inflamed, red face,
camouflage it with a green-tinted moisturizer. If the redness is confined to
smaller areas, just apply a color-correcting concealer to
those spots.Look for moisturizers with calming ingredients and treat truly
painful areas with a 1% hydrocortisone cream.
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Tear-proof your eye makeup
Wintry winds, sleet, and snow can cause makeup
meltdowns. Fight off sooty smudges and smears by applying waterproof mascara, and use eyeliner and
shadow on the upper lids only to reduce the risk of makeup migration.
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Fight flakes
Get rid of dry, flaky skin
overnight by applying a creamy, hydrating mask (or a rich night cream) to your
face for 5 to 15 minutes. Press a facial tissue on your face to
absorb any excess, and then head to bed.
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Set it and forget it
Does your makeup
tend to rub off on your coat, scarf or hat? Keep it in place by applying a layer of
translucent pressed powder. It's less messy than loose powder and can help keep
makeup where you want it—on your face.
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Perfect your pout
If you have cracked, flaky winter lips, stick with a tinted lip balm that contains sunscreen. If your lips are in good shape you
can opt for moisturizing lipstick, but avoid matte or long-wearing lipstick formulas as they
can be drying.
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Wake up your complexion
Don't forget blush: it'll make a washed-out face come to life. Sweep a soft, peachy-hued (for fair skin) or warm, terra-cotta-toned
(for darker skin) blush onto the apples of your cheeks and blend towards your
cheekbones.
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