The truth is, there is one secret, composed of five steps, known and applied by all the celebrities you’ve ever seen glowing on the red carpet: preparing the skin with a consistent and well-adapted routine for your skin type. Because even Jennifer Lopez doesn’t look that way just because a famous makeup artist has been working around her for two hours before a photoshoot. No matter how good the makeup products and the talent applying them are, without a serious investment in time and skincare products, you would need to touch up your makeup several times in just one night out. Let’s start from the beginning. Here are the five secrets you need to know to keep your makeup flawless all day.

Cleanse Your Face and Décolleté
Always apply makeup on clean skin. Imagine a pristine, white sheet of paper that you are about to draw on. Cleanse your face with a makeup remover suitable for your skin type and please, avoid experimenting with new products right before an event when you want to look perfect. You can also use a special liquid soap for your face, but be careful not to rub your face with the towel when drying to avoid irritation.

Exfoliate
But use a product that is gentle on your skin. The surest way to prevent cracks and creases in your makeup (yes, they look terrible!) is by removing dead skin cells from your face. Using an exfoliator, ideally the night before, will provide a smooth and solid base for makeup application. Beauty experts recommend exfoliating your skin three times a week.
Tip: Don’t forget the neck and décolleté when preparing your skin for makeup. You can use the revolutionary FOREO LUNA™ 4 body massage device, which not only removes impurities but also dead epithelial cells, leaving your skin beautiful, smooth, and refined.

Use Toner
Toner hasn’t gone out of style, so don’t forget about it. It refreshes the skin and tightens pores, in addition to cleaning off the last traces of makeup remover. It’s a perfect base for durable and radiant-looking makeup because it keeps the skin hydrated.

Refresh Tired Eyes
And thus, we avoid two words dreaded by all women: dark circles and wrinkles. There’s a solution for them too! Cool the skin under your eyes with two slices of cucumber or an ice cube, which help tighten pores, then apply a hydrating eye cream. Even better, consider using the new microcurrent toning device for the eye and lip areas, FOREO BEAR™ 2 eyes & lips. Microcurrents firm up the muscles, boost collagen and elastin production, and have a lifting effect, as well as brightening the complexion. And just like that, we’ve revealed secret number five: lip care.
Tip – Mirela Vescan, makeup artist: “I love the instant effect of smoothing, hydrating, draining, and brightening the skin after a few passes with Bear 2 eyes & lips. It’s the best way to prepare the eyelids and lips for makeup. However, those who truly want a facial lift, fuller lips, and skin oxygenation and densification should use the device in the evening, after a gentle exfoliation of the skin.”

Hydrate Your Skin
In addition to the two liters of water that also benefit your skin, you need a light moisturizing cream. Even if you have oily skin, you need the hydration provided by a good cream (suitable for your skin type) so that makeup applies correctly to the skin.
Tip: In summer, you can use a hydrating cream with sun protection to add a protective barrier against harmful UV radiation.

Now you’re ready for makeup. Be honest with yourself, be patient to follow all the steps, and you will see amazing results!