Bake it ’til you make it! A step-by-step guide to foundation baking
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Posted: 29/09/23
Are you ready to level up your makeup game? Or maybe you have a big event coming up that you need to look picture perfect for. Either way, learning how to bake your foundation is a useful makeup trick that sets your makeup for a flawless – almost airbrushed— finish. What’s more, it stays puts all day! Ready to do some ‘baking’? Good, because we’ve got a super simple step-by-step guide that will show you how to bake makeup without looking cakey!
What is baking your foundation?
Before we begin, let’s understand exactly what ‘baking’ your foundation means. Because don’t worry, there are no ovens involved! Only your regular makeup, translucent powder, and your body heat. Baking refers to applying a layer of translucent powder to your skin, allowing your body heat to set ‘bake’ your foundation and concealer underneath, then dusting off the excess for a smooth and flawless finish!
How to bake your foundation like a pro: step-by-step guide
Step 1: Prep Your Skin
Start with a clean, hydrated face. Because the key to a flawless finish lies in how to bake makeup without looking cakey. This means you need to begin with a fresh canvas. Be sure to use a light moisturiser and allow it to fully absorb before moving on to step 2.
Olay Total Effects Moisturiser & Serum Duo
£8.25
Step 2: Apply Your Primer
This step is optional, but applying a primer before you foundation can create a smoother application and help you foundation last longer.
Step 3: Apply Your Concealer
Apply your concealer to any areas that need a little extra love – under your eyes, around your nose, or on any blemishes. Remember, this a guide on how to bake makeup without looking cakey… So blend the concealer in nicely with a beauty blender for that seamless finish.
Maybelline Eraser Eye Concealer Nude
£6.58
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W7 Power Puff Blending Sponge
£2.59
Step 4: Apply Your Foundation
Now apply your favourite foundation using your preferred method – brush, sponge, or fingers. The choice is yours! Just make sure it’s applied evenly all over your face.
W7 Banana Dreams Loose Powder
£3.29
WBM Foundation Sponges 4Pk
£0.69
W7 Power Puff Blending Sponge
£2.59
Step 6: Bake It!
Once you’ve gently pressed the powder onto the areas where you applied concealer it’s time to bake! Leave it there for 5-10 minutes to allow the baking process to take place. This is a good time to apply your eye makeup!
Step 7: Dust off the Excess
After the baking time is up, grab a fluffy powder brush and gently sweep away the excess powder to reveal your flawless, airbrushed finish!
WBM Powder Brush
£1.00
Step 8: Finish the Look
Complete your makeup routine with the rest of your products – blush, bronzer, highlighter, whatever floats your makeup boat.
Rimmel Radiance Shimmer Bronzer Brick 02
£7.98
Step 9: Set It
To lock your masterpiece in place, give your face a light spritz of setting spray. This step seals the deal and ensures your makeup stays put throughout the day!
How to bake your foundation
Are you ready to level up your makeup game? Or maybe you have a big event coming up that you need to look picture perfect for. Either way, learning how to bake your foundation is a useful makeup trick that sets your makeup for a flawless – almost airbrushed— finish. What’s more, it stays puts all day! Ready to do some ‘baking’? Good, because we’ve got a super simple step-by-step guide that will show you how to bake makeup without looking cakey!
What is baking your foundation?
Before we begin, let’s understand exactly what ‘baking’ your foundation means. Because don’t worry, there are no ovens involved! Only your regular makeup, translucent powder, and your body heat. Baking refers to applying a layer of translucent powder to your skin, allowing your body heat to set ‘bake’ your foundation and concealer underneath, then dusting off the excess for a smooth and flawless finish!
How to bake your foundation like a pro: step-by-step guide
Step 1: Prep Your Skin
Start with a clean, hydrated face. Because the key to a flawless finish lies in how to bake makeup without looking cakey. This means you need to begin with a fresh canvas. Be sure to use a light moisturiser and allow it to fully absorb before moving on to step 2.
Step 2: Apply Your Primer
This step is optional, but applying a primer before you foundation can create a smoother application and help you foundation last longer.
Step 3: Apply Your Concealer
Apply your concealer to any areas that need a little extra love – under your eyes, around your nose, or on any blemishes. Remember, this a guide on how to bake makeup without looking cakey… So blend the concealer in nicely with a beauty blender for that seamless finish.
Step 4: Apply Your Foundation
Now apply your favourite foundation using your preferred method – brush, sponge, or fingers. The choice is yours! Just make sure it’s applied evenly all over your face.
Step 6: Bake It!
Once you’ve gently pressed the powder onto the areas where you applied concealer it’s time to bake! Leave it there for 5-10 minutes to allow the baking process to take place. This is a good time to apply your eye makeup!
Step 7: Dust off the Excess
After the baking time is up, grab a fluffy powder brush and gently sweep away the excess powder to reveal your flawless, airbrushed finish!
Step 8: Finish the Look
Complete your makeup routine with the rest of your products – blush, bronzer, highlighter, whatever floats your makeup boat.
Step 9: Set It
To lock your masterpiece in place, give your face a light spritz of setting spray. This step seals the deal and ensures your makeup stays put throughout the day!
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