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They say that less is more… and no statement is truer when it comes to makeup. In 2025, we’re leaving the full coverage, 10-step makeup routine behind and embracing the your-skin-but-better beauty look. Keep reading to discover just how to nail it…
Preparation Is Key
Great makeup starts with great skin. Particularly when it comes to a barely-there makeup look, adequately hydrated skin is a vital first step to avoid that ‘cakey’ makeup finish we all dread. Depending on your skin type, this could involve applying a thin layer of a Hyaluronic Acid Serum or amping up the nourishment factor with a comforting Skin Cream.
Start Sheer
Do away with full coverage base products and instead, opt for a lightweight, sheer wash of colour and undetectable skin-evening power. A BB Cream is perfect for this because it has all the skincare benefits of a moisturiser with the coverage of a sheer foundation. If you do have areas where you’d like to amp up the coverage, simply spot treat with your favourite concealer for a natural, skin-like finish.
Bring The Colour Back
Everybody looks better with a healthy flush of colour. So, make sure to add some back into your face once your complexion products have been applied for skin that appears healthy and plump. The best way to keep it natural? Use a lipstick. Not only will this tie the whole look together once you add it to your lips but lipsticks tend to have longer staying power and a more natural, blurred finish than regular blushes. A satin lipstick formula would be the way to go to ensure you maintain that glow.
Set & Forget
Just because it’s a no-makeup makeup look doesn’t mean you need to forgo setting the look in place. Especially if you want it to last all day, applying a Translucent Powder to the T-zone or any areas where you get particularly oily is a must. This will ensure that any excess oil or sweat won’t cause your makeup to slip and slide and that you stay matte in all the right places.
