HOW TO AVOID CAKEY FOUNDATION | Tips on Avoiding Cakey Makeup

Today's video is on how to avoid cakey foundation. I'll be sharing some tips that could help prevent that cakey makeup look. Hope you enjoy!

P R O D U C T S M E N T I O N E D:
Kevin Aucoin Sensual Skin Primer
Bobbi Brown Skin Foundation SPF 15
NYX Can't Stop Won't Stop All Day Mattifying Powder in Mocha
Milani Make It Last Setting Powder 04 Radiant
Milani Make It Last Setting Spray

F O U N D A T I O N S H A D E S:
- Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Hydrating Foundation - 440
- Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection Foundation - Medium Deep 28
- Anastasia Beverly Hills Luminous Foundation - 490W
- Maybelline Superstay Foundation in 360 Mocha
- Smashbox Studio Skin in 4.3
- Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 11.5
- Colourpop Pretty Fresh Foundation in 190W
- Too Faced Born This Way Foundation in Tiramisu (close to my skin but not a perfect match)
- NARS Soft Matte Complete Foundation in New Caledonia
- Rare Beauty Liquid Touch Weightless Foundation in 480W
- Morphe Filter Effect Soft-Focus Foundation Deep 32
- Huda Beauty Faux Filter Foundation Stick in Nutmeg

F I L M I N G E Q U I P M E N T:
Camera - Canon 1DX Mark II
Lens - Sigma 85mm 1.4f
Editing Software - Final Cut Pro X

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[mrs.brittany]

This is the video that I didn't even know needed! Can't wait to implement these tips.

[diana.tan_]

My steps to reduce creasing on makeup (for all skin types)

1) Make sure to wash your face with cleanser, keep your face clean. This is important to remove the excess amount of oils and sweats on your face
2) Never apply moisturizer first, moisturizer does help on moisturising your face, but it does not moisturize your skin to the extent level, instead apply toner on your face first, it helps to keep your face hydrated and reduce creasing
3) Apply serum, it moisturize your skin and helps you to achieve the soft and dewy makeup look
4) Apply moisturizer
5) Apply sunscreen, best with SPF
6) Apply primer (This step isn't compulsory, primer is just a base to keep your makeup fresh, if you don't prep your skin properly, whatever type of primer you're using is useless.)
5) Then only apply foundation, your foundation can be anything, but if your skin are prone to acne or has any scars/camouflage, it's best to colour correcting your face before applying foundation. Choose hydrating (dewy) type of foundation for dry skin instead the matte one, matte foundation is more suitable for oily type skin tone.

As someone that's working as a beauty consultant, preventing any creases on your face is most likely impossible. But it can be reduced if you prep your skin's with the correct steps. Makeup doesn't need to be perfect, it needs to be something that suits your skin. The reality is you cannot keep your makeup look flawless all the time, it can be cakey anytime under the sunlight, so make sure to prep your skin properly.

Edit: ** Avoid using powder foundation, powder foundation can be really cakey even if you prep your skin properly, use liquid or cream foundation. Make sure to use foundation brush to apply foundation on your skin, and damp your sponge before you blend everything on your skin. This is important to provide a skin-like natural effect. DON'T EVER USE beauty blender BEFORE applying with foundation brush.

[sayrahernandez]

I implemented these tips along with the ones in your “last lasting makeup “ video & my face has never looked better! It stayed on longer than usual!! I’m a up & coming makeup artist, so I’m excited to try on my clients!💗

[marthaleneteage]

Hi girl, I use the your technique yesterday and was absolutely beautiful. The moisturizer before the primer was great. My skin loved it. I use an oil based moisturizer and my skin was glowing. I always felt that my skin felt more dry with makeup but I could never figure out the technique that works. Thank you!!

[remotelylucy]

You gave us information that we dont even get from professional makeup artist. This was the best makeup tutorial EVER!❤

[AundraWilliams]

Listen I barely comment on YouTube but sis… every since I watched your videos on how to apply makeup properly my makeup in person + on videos has been FLAWLESS. If I could attach a picture for you to see it. You would be amazed of my before and after. I am obsessed with your channel. Thank you so much. 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[troymoore]

I swear you have never made a bad video, I love how you do your eyebrows the weird unrealistic, clownish eyebrows are so out, absolute beautiful finish ❤️

[Face_Reality]

Easy cakey solution: simply just add a small amount of primer. That gets rid of cakiness without having to remove all the makeup you've already done. It smooths it out. It's cakey because it's not smooth. A thin layer of primer will smooth it right out. Do not use lotion or oil, as it would be too heavy and moist and it would remove the makeup from it's place instead of smooth it out.

[sylviaandreal]

All I can say is thank you. These tips are golden! I am a makeup enthusiast and have been wearing makeup for years, and never knew all these.

[msknucb]

I love your videos. I'm 55 but I'm learning so much from you. My makeup is starting to look great.😁💪 I've noticed coworkers looking at me, lol and I've been getting compliments as well. You're awesome!❤

[blsdava]

I’ve been wearing makeup for years and I learned so much from this video! Great job!🔥👏🏾

[kah]

You explain everything so well!! Love your content, thank you 💖💖

[ashleybailey]

I've been wearing my make-up for many years but I learned from your different ways. It looks so good and professional I'm impressed!

[markiestephens]

Why have I never paid attention to the formulation of my primer & foundation? 🤯 This was all so helpful! Going to check all my primers and foundations to see which go together. I bet that’s why I haven’t had luck. Thank you for sharing!

[MissKhrissy]

Thanks for stressing the MOISTURIZER! And the moisture in general! It really makes a difference ❤️🥰

[Luminateyy]

I’m a beginner to makeup. (I’ve done mascara and eyeliner only before) but Because of this video I’ve learned so much. And people compliment me more! So thank you!!

[rasmachris]

This video is really helpful, I have really dry skin and was wondering why it was coming up looking textured and cakey even though i was using little foundation.
My guess is it was the conflict between the foundation and the primer.

[zalaelle]

Appreciating all these videos especially as a beginner thanks Ale Jay! Also can you please make a video on different eyelashes you wear their all so pretty 💙

[nehemiahthompson]

YOU HELPING ME FOR REAL AND you know what I would see this video all of the time but I would pass by it, but girl now that I've watched, I'm SO GLAD I watched because I'd never be able to get and use ALL of this GREAT makeup tips. And girl I gotta say YOU look BEAUTIFUL EVERY time I see you, SO PRETTY. THANK YOU SO MUCH for every makeup tutorial, KEEP UP the GREAT WORK PRINCESS and GOD BLESS YOU SWEETNESS.❤❤❤🙂🙏

[MyLyfeAsNia]

I’m going to wear makeup for the first time with your tips thanks for sharing much needed 💕