WHEN it comes to skin foundation, you never want it to look cakey and dry. Thankfully beauty mogul Charlotte Tilbury has revealed exactly how to avoid the issue and also how to prevent it building up in fine lines. On her website, the make-up artist, 51, stated: “Caked-on complexion makeup is never a good look. “Fortunately, there are many ways to fix cakey-looking makeup without having to restart your application process from scratch.

“Usually, cakey-looking makeup is caused by using the wrong product for your skin type, dry skin that hasn’t been properly moisturised or prepped, not applying your makeup products in the correct order or applying too much product. “To avoid this, always apply your makeup products in the correct order to clean and hydrated skin and leave a minute or two between each application to allow your skin to properly absorb the benefits of each product.

“Additionally, never skip on primer. “Charlotte’s primers will help you achieve a smooth-looking base to avoid that cakey foundation finish. Finally, when it comes to applying your foundation, blend in small amounts of the product at a time to avoid that unflattering, over-applied look.”. The make-up pro shared a number of tips for fixing a cakey make-up look at home. Charlotte advised using a make-up brush to blend out your product from the centre, outwards.

She explained that this “ gently manipulates your foundation to erase any harsh lines. Just magic!”. Her second tip is to spritz using a face mist. She wrote that you can use an oil-free and lightweight setting spray to refresh the skin and melt away “powdery patches”. Thirdly, you can “loosen” foundation if it’s already on and looking cakey by exposing your skin to steam in the room, e.g. by putting a hot shower on in the bathroom.

She added: “Alternatively, boil a small pot of water, wafting the steam towards your face to loosen any signs of cakiness.”. Finally, she advised that you ensure you are wearing the right foundation for your skin type. She explained: “If you’re using the wrong formula for your skin type or desired look, you may experience an unflattering finish. “Be sure to discover your skin type for better beauty results and then, discover Charlotte’s wardrobe of foundations to find the best one for you.

“If your skin is dry, you’ll want to avoid powders that will highlight any dry patches. “And if the foundation feels too heavy on your face, switch to a more lightweight option.”. 1. Never go to bed in make up. 2. Moisturise daily. 3. Don't pick at your spots, to avoid scarring. 4. Get enough sleep to prevent tired-looking skin. 5. When it comes to make-up, less is more. 6. Trim your hair regularly to prevent split ends.

7. Don't forget to moisturise your neck and décolletage. 8. Drink a big glass of water each morning to cleanse and rehydrate. 9. Gently pat your face dry with a towel instead of rubbing to avoid irritation. 10. Avoid using too much heat on your hair to prevent damage. 11. Remove makeup gently, especially around the eyes. 12. Use a lip balm to keep your lips soft and prevent chapping. 13. Put cucumbers on eyes to help reduce puffiness.

14. Choose a foundation that matches your neck to avoid a mismatched face. 15. Wash your face in cold water after cleansing to close pores. 16. Rinsing hair in cold water to increase the shine. 17. Wear sunscreen/SPF protection every day, no matter the weather. 18. Use a cold spoon to reduce under-eye puffiness. 19. Use petroleum jelly to tame brows and moisturise lips. 20. Test skincare products on a small patch of skin before using them all over your face.

21. Never spend longer than 30 minutes in direct sunlight. 22. Exfoliate your skin regularly to remove dead skin cells. 23. Wear gloves on hands and socks on feet after putting cream on overnight. 24. Wear brown mascara for a less harsh look. 25. Apply blush to the apples of your cheeks for a natural glow. 26. Wash hair in beer to make in shiny. 27. Invest in a good quality eye cream. 28. Keep your makeup brushes clean to avoid breakouts.

29. Apply eye cream to reduce puffiness and dark circles. 30. Apply a heat protectant before using styling tools on your hair. 31. Brush your hair 100 strokes per day. 32. Head massages for hair growth. 33. Deep condition your hair weekly to keep it healthy and shiny. 34. Wrap hair in a warm towel to enhance a hair treatment. 35. Use a silk pillowcase to reduce hair frizz and skin wrinkles. 36. Use a facial mask once a week for deep cleansing.