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Q: I’m in my

early 40s and
my skin is

extremely
dry, and I A: Dry,

can notice flaky skin is a
flaky skin common skin
complaint and
underneath dry patches can
my foundation. often be visible
under makeup
What’s the when the skin
best way to is not hydrated,
particularly if
avoid this? the skin isn’t
adequately
prepared for
foundation application. Firstly, it’s important to
ensure you are drinking enough water throughout
the day. Secondly, having your skin assessed by a
skincare specialist or dermal therapist will allow you
to understand your exact skin concerns, and also
provide you with a skincare regimen that is tailored
to your individual concerns. This would likely
include nourishing formulas with key hydrating
ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, which helps
to retain moisture in the skin. The key to preparing
the skin before makeup includes completing your
skincare regimen, and then follow with a hydrating
primer - this will act as a barrier between your
skin and your makeup and will then allow your
foundation to do the hard work.

Q: Do I need

to use both A: A powder, cream or contour stick does work best in conjunction with a
highlighter. A contour product is designed to create a more sculpted effect
a contour on your complexion,and works to create the illusion of sculpted cheekbones
product and defined features, so it can also be applied down either side of your nose
and along your jawline. A contour truly gives its best finish when you use a
and a cream or powder highlighter in areas that you want to highlight - literally.
highlighter? Highlighters should be applied across the tops of the cheekbones, down the
centre of the nose and in the middle of your Cupid’s Bow.

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