How to master the ‘no make-up’ beauty look
How to master the ‘no make-up’ beauty look
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There have been several variations of the ‘no make-up’ make-up look over the years – from fluffy brows to brown mascara. The one consistency to a ‘no make-up’ make-up look though, is pore-less, perfect-looking skin. From the best products for your skin type to tried-and-tested techniques, leading make-up artists detail how to master the ‘no make-up’ make-up look this winter.
What is ‘no make-up’ make-up?. ‘Glass skin’ was one of 2024’s biggest make-up trends, inspired by the Korean beauty trends that placed the emphasis on skincare, rather than make-up. Think blurred imperfections and satin finishes: your skin but better.
How to prep the skin. When you’re wanting the appearance of ‘no make-up’ skin, the emphasis is on the skincare – not the make-up. As with any make-up look, you should start with a clean base, having cleansed the skin and patted it completely dry, following with hydration.
It’s important to exfoliate using chemical exfoliants rather than physical – which cause abrasions on the skin. Some cleansers have chemical exfoliants in them, such as AHA and BHA, which help clean and strip the skin of excess pollutants. Medik8 Surface Radiance Cleanse, £24, LookFantastic.
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex, £65. Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base – 15ml, £19, John Lewis & Partners. What type of foundation to pick. When achieving ‘no make-up’ skin, you want to opt for the lightest coverage possible. This means a sheer foundation or a tinted moisturiser, accompanied by small amounts of concealer for breakouts or dark under-eyes.