Makeup is something that we can not live without we tend to use it to enhance our features and make ourselves look pretty or good. When we use the makeup we can tend to get oily skin and it can leave you baffled on why your skin keeps getting oily.
There is a simple explanation on why your makeup feels oily, the simple answer is that it is all down to the products that you use that effects your makeup from feeling oily. It is down to the skin care regime you use, as in the skin care products and the type of makeup that you have applied this can be the contributing factor.
Using The Wrong Skincare
When it comes to your makeup feeling oily what you apply under your makeup plays a huge role. Skincare is an important step prior to makeup application but the problem many of us may encounter is using the wrong type of skin care product to our skin. If the moisturizer is too rich for the skin it can contribute to oily skin which can eventually lead to clogged pores and acne.
Sometimes when the skincare is too rich it will not absorb into the skin but instead sit on top of the skin which can mix in with the makeup making it feel oily. Its important to ensure that your using the correct skincare suitable for your skin type. Its important to determine what skin type you are. The following is to ensure your wearing the correct skincare for your skin type.
Dry skin types: Usually are dry all over and is prone to flaking of the skin. Dry skin type are more likely to have eczema. This skin type needs a richer moisturizing skin care regime in order to ensure its always hydrated.
Normal to combination skin: This skin type usually more dry on the cheeks and has an oily t-zone. Its important for this skin type to have a more balancing skin care regime.
Oily skin types: This skin type is usually oily all over. This skin type can type is prone to more clogged pores and acne. Its important to ensure that this skin type receives an oil-free skincare regime.
Using Face Oils
When it comes to face oils they have many benefits to the skin however, if applied incorrectly it can cause your makeup to feel more oily throughout the day. Face oils usually help keep the hydration in the skin and act as an extra barrier for hydration, It’s important not to apply too much and to apply the adequate amount if necessary.
I personally save this step for my night time skincare regime because I still want the benefit without ruining my makeup application. If face oils are applied before makeup application it may mix in with the makeup formulation causing the makeup to feel more oily.
Using The Wrong Face Primer
When it comes to face primers they are worn under your foundation, the purpose of a face primer is to help smooth out the skin’s textures such as large pores and fine lines. Makeup primers allow your makeup to last longer and prevents it from smudging off throughout the day.
The formulation of your face primer can determine the over all look of your makeup. If the makeup primer is a silicon base it can contribute to your makeup looking oily. If your skin type is oily you might want to look at makeup primers that have a matte finish, because it will have less oils.
Water based primers are great for oily skin types because the formulation is usually oil free as well.
Your Using The Wrong Makeup Formulation
Another reason why your makeup may feel oily after application is because of the formulation of makeup you may be using. If your using liquid foundations that have a dewy finish it may have more oils, which can make the makeup feel oilier, the other makeup formulation that may make your makeup feel oily is a cream-based formulation which again will have more oils.
Oily skin types will suffer with makeup formulations that have more oils. This can cause the makeup to separate, It’s best to always look at makeup finishes of your makeup. If the makeup has a matte finish it won’t have oils, to which it will make your makeup feel oily. A powder formulation is also oil free which is a good way to make your makeup feel less oily.
Consider The Season
One of the many reasons why your makeup may feel oily is because of the season. During the summer months your makeup would feel oilier. The skin can become oilier because the heat causes our skin to sweat, to which the sweat can mix in with the makeup making it feel oilier.
During the summer months it’s best to look at long lasting makeup and makeup that has a matte finish. Depending on how much your skin sweats its best to look at oil free makeup products.
Also look at makeup that have a light finish, otherwise the sweat can cause your makeup to become oily and even cause break outs.
Not Setting The Makeup
If makeup isn’t set it can look or feel oily, setting powders help the makeup last longer, by setting the makeup with a powder it helps absorb all the oils that may surface.
A lot of the times setting powders help mattify the makeup which also helps prevent the makeup from shining. If this step is skipped it could contribute to your makeup feeling oily throughout the day.
Not Using A Mattifying Spray
Another way to set the makeup is by using a setting spray, the setting spray also helps the makeup last longer through out the day. There are two different finishes with setting sprays which is a dewy finish. Dewy finish can make the skin look more hydrated.
This could mean that the setting spray may have oils which can contribute to your makeup feeling oily. If your makeup feels oily try looking at a matte finish setting spray. A matte finish setting spray will absorb oils and will help the makeup last longer.
Not Blotting The Makeup
Lastly another reason your makeup may feel oily is because you may not be blotting it. Blotting papers are usually used to blot off any excess oils that the skin may be secreting through the makeup. Its important to blot the skin before makeup application and after makeup application. This will help reduce the feel of your makeup feeling oily.
Conclusion
In conclusion, there are many reasons why your makeup may be feeling oily. The first thing to always remember is that what you place under your makeup can determine how your makeup will look and feel. It’s important to determine your skin type and apply the correct skincare that is best suited for your skin, if the skin care applied is too rich in moisture it can contribute to your makeup feeling oily.
It’s best to look at products that are also silicon free because otherwise this can also make your makeup feel oily as well. Another contribution to your makeup feeling oily is because due to the makeup formulation that is used it can encourage your makeup to feel oily.
During the summer months it’s wise to look at makeup that is oil-free to help absorb any excess oils that may secrete. Lastly, how the makeup is set can determine how the makeup will feel. Using a setting powder is one way to set the makeup and will help absorb any oils which will help the makeup feel less oily.
Lastly, setting sprays that have a dewy finish can contribute to your makeup feeling oily. It’s best to look at oil free products to help reduce the feel of makeup feeling oily.