HERE ARE 8 EASY TIPS TO GET YOU OUT THE DOOR & LOOKING FLAWLESS

HERE ARE 8 EASY TIPS
TO GET YOU OUT THE
DOOR & LOOKING
FLAWLESS

1. Prepare it – Clean skin is clear skin, so take the
   time to cleanse your skin well with a great quality
   cleanser. My preference is to always used an oil
   based cleanser as they offer deep cleaning &
   makeup removal in one step and leave behind
   cushioned, radiant skin. Not all oils are created
   equal, so please take care to read labels and use a
   cleanser that has high quality carrier oils and
   nourishing essential oils. Our fans out there know
   that the Hush + Dotti balm cleanser is like none
   other when it comes to deeply cleaning & clearing
   the skin without stripping it.
2. Protect it – Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen!
   We can’t say it enough. Protecting your skin daily
   with a barrier of high quality sunscreen is the best
   defense against premature aging. Once the sun
   damage is done it is nearly impossible to undo.
   Invest in a superb sunscreen that is (please,
   please, please) not filled with chemicals. There
   are several on the market today that can offer you
   incredible sun protection without coating your
   fabulous face with unnecessary chemicals. I adore
   Coola and their products. I highly recommend
   their Cucumber Matte SPF30
3. Plump it – Moisturizers and other forms of
   hydration like face oils do something more than
   feel good and offer a cozy cushion to the skin.
   Hydration plumps up the surface of the skin giving
   a smoother, more even appearance. Plumping up
   the skin with a great moisturizer or face oil is the
   best way to start the day. The skin gets
   dehydrated as the day goes on simply from being
   on the go. Coffee & alcohol consumption along
   with neglecting our daily water intake will only
   make it worse. My all time favorite form of
   hydration is to use a face oil that leaves the
   surface of your skin non greasy & ready for
   makeup application. Face oils do not have the
   water content that cream based moisturizers do,
   so they pack more of a hydrating punch. This
   leaves the skin beautifully plumped and primed for
   makeup. We don’t call ours Dream Drops for
   nothin’!
4. Powder it – Be careful, this part can be very,
   very tricky. Powdering is not something that
   should happen automatically. Powder is
   something that asks for your respect and
   patience. Powder can be used to set the
   foundation, but again I would apply it mainly to the
   t-zone area. Leave your cheeks glowy. Powder is
   almost always something I reserve for TV,
   photography or those with very oily complexions.
   Powder is not something that should be painted
   on with a broad brush & used on everybody.
   Powder can work against you as much as it can
   work for you, so be smart in how you use it, when
   you use it and how much you use of it.
5. Perfect it – The two key products for perfecting
   the skin are concealer and liquid foundation.
   Concealer gets applied under the eye in a half
   moon shape, then gets blended in leaving a
   smooth & lifted appearance. Foundation gets
   applied mostly in the t-zone of the face (the
   forehead, nose & chin area form a “t” shape which
   is referred to as the t-zone) then gets blended
   down to the jawline from there. There should be
   very little foundation left to blend by the time you
   get to the jawline. The t-zone is often the reddest
   or most uneven part of the face, so that’s why we
   start there and concentrate the coverage in that
   area. Take care not to overdo the foundation. Use
   a sponge or a foundation brush. When you’re
   done, your skin should look smooth and glowing,
   but most importantly it should look like skin and
   not makeup. Bronzer can be used to blend into the
   face to warm up the complexion. It’s also a great
   tool for making sure the face, neck and chest have
   the same coloring. While bronzer is an exceptional
   product you should refrain from trying to tint your
   skin to be significantly darker than it is naturally.
   That will leave you looking more like a cartoon
   character and less like the fierce babe that you
   are.
6. Pop it – While I realize that the Walking Dead is
   an enormously popular show, I am not an
   advocate of walking around in every day life
   looking like a zombie. For that reason I always like
   to infuse a healthy flush of color into the check
   area. Punching up the cheek color is the best way
   to brighten up the complexion to make you look
   awake, refreshed and ready for the day. I like to
   push the envelope here and suggest you opt for
   brighter tones than you may normally be
   comfortable with. Bright pinks, peachy corals and
   rich apricots are so flattering when used in the
   right measure. Got wicked allergies or a
   hangover? Make sure there’s plenty of blush on
   those cheeks. It’s one of my favorite tricks to
   wake up the complexion.
7. Pucker it – I can’t tell you how many times I’ve
   seen a beautiful makeup application goes awry
   because someone has the gnarliest, driest,
   crustiest (yes I said it) lips. Our lips take a beating
   and can often be the most ignored part of the
   face. Exfoliate them gently with a washcloth and
   take care to hydrate them with a rich, nourishing
   lip balm. If you hate lip balm, then try a little lip
   gloss . Most good quality lip glosses have many of
   the same ingredients as lip balm does. They will
   provide you with a shine that will help to
   camouflage your dry flaky lips while they heal
   themselves into a better place.
8. Peace out – Pressed for time? Put your
   mascara on while riding the train. With your skin
   looking flawless, you barely need anything else to
   create a gorgeous look for whatever today throws
   at you. Grab your favorite scarf or pair of earrings
   and take that glow on the road.
   I am a fanatic for creating flawless skin and hope
   that these 8 quick and easy steps help you start
   your day off looking flawless, feeling fabulous and
   ready to rock ‘n’ roll. We love helping you get your
   glow on, so please email us at
   [email protected] with any questions about
   your skincare routine, your current skin concerns
   or for creating your every day flawless face.