Wearing makeup certainly does give you a certain sense of self confidence, and you feel glamarous in alot of ways. Just like most makeup you will always have problems, and one problem that can occur is that your makeup can look oily after a few hours.
So then you need to know why your makeup can look oily after a few hours and the answer is simple, your makeup does oxidize on your skin, but it will also depend on if you have used a primer at all, if your makeup is the correct formulation, and the kind of skin care regime you have to prepare your skin.
1. You Could Be Using The Wrong Skincare
When it comes to skincare it’s important to know your skin type. The reason being is because this can affect the overall look of your makeup look. If the wrong skin care is applied under the makeup it will defiantly affect the texture of your makeup. If the skin care is too moisturizing it could be contributing to your skin being more oily than usual. This will make your skin oilier which will start to eventually make your makeup oily.
In order to avoid this type of a problem its important to look at skin care that is suitable for your skin type.
Normal/combination skin types: Is a skin type that is usually having both oily and dry skin. The t-zone on the face is usually more on the oily side and the cheeks are usually more on the dry side. It’s important to look at skin care that can balance the pH level of the skin.
Oily skin types: Usually gets oily after a few hours, it’s important for this skin type to look at products that will be oil free or mattifying. This will prevent the secretion on excess oils.
Dry skin types: This skin type usually is more sensitive, your skin can feel tight and flakey. It’s important that this skin type receives moisture.
Once you have figured out your correct skin type then you should have a simple skin care regime implemented.
A simple skincare regime would consist of a:
Cleanser: A daily cleanser cleanses the skin removing any dirt and oils that may be lingering on the skin.
Toner: A toner usually helps condition the skin along with removing any excess dirt and oils that could be remaining in the pores that the cleanser was unable to remove.
Serum: Helps the moisterizer sink into the skin better.
Moisturizer: Usually hydrates the skin from everyday environmental radicals.
Exfoliate: Skin should be exfoliated 1-2 times a week. This helps remove any dead skin cells on the surface of the skin and also helps prevents the skin from clogged pores from occurring.
Face masks: Weekly face masks such as clay masks and sheet masks should be considered. This one extra step helps deep cleanse the skin along with absorbing any excess oils. This can change the overall appearance of the skin overtime. Charcoal face masks are popular for pulling up dirt and oils from the pores.
2. Not Using A Primer
If your not using a primer this could be one of the causes as to why your makeup gets oily.
Primers usually help smooth out our skin and help keep our makeup on longer. Primers allow your makeup to adhere to the skin better. A matte finish primer will help absorb any excess oils that the skin may be producing.
If your makeup is applied without a primer the oils from your skin can seem through the makeup. That is why it’s a good idea to look at matte finish primers.
3. Using The Wrong Foundation Formulation
When it comes to the formulation of your foundation that can make a major difference in it’s appearance depending on its finish.
There are three different finishes which are:
Dewy finish: This is for people who like more of a hydrated finish. This can look oily on the skin due to the level of hydration.
Satin finishes: This is a finish between dewy and a matte finish. Depending on how the foundation was formulated then it might be best to avoid this type of a foundation
Matte finish: Has no shine and usually flat in a finish. This is the formulation oily skin types should try using because it will help absorb the oils.
With the different finishes there are a few formulas to also consider:
Liquid: Foundations are usually more hydrating but then again this depends on the type of a finish. If it has a matte finish its able to absorb the oils
Cream: Is more hydrating on the skin, most cream foundations can contribute to the oil on the skin.
Powder: Are usually either translucent or in a compact. This type of a foundation helps absorb oils.
4. Use The Correct Makeup Formulation
When it comes to makeup formulations it’s important to understand which formulations will contribute to making the skin looking more oily. When products are more on the creamy side they have more oils in the formulation. This can contribute to your overall makeup looking oily and greasy after a couple of hours.
This formulation is common with blush, highlighters, contours, eyeshadows and bronzers. It’s best to use matte finishing products so that the products don’t contribute to the skin becoming oily but more so absorbing excess oils that maybe sitting.
Another formulation you should look for is oil- free makeup, some of these formulations come in a liquid makeup products.
Also look at long lasting makeup products because these products have a tendency to last longer on the skin.
5. Use Blotting Papers Regularly
Blotting papers are great to have at hand, by having them at hand they help absorb excess oils that maybe sitting on the surface of the skin. Blot the skin if it seems like your makeup gets oily because this one step prevents the makeup from looking oily. This step can be done before applying a setting spray.
6. Avoid Applying Heavy Layers Of Makeup
Another reason why your makeup maybe looking oily after a couple hours is because the different layers of makeup can contribute to oily looking skin. This usually boils down to the formulation of the product. When makeup oxidizes on the skin it can cause the skin to become more oily, It’s important to apply makeup in light layers because it helps prevent pores from becoming clogged.
Instead, try using a beauty blender to blend out makeup on the skin. Beauty blenders usually help apply makeup on the skin in thin layers. A beauty blender is usually soaked in water to expand. When makeup is used with the beauty blender it thins out the product which blends it out and applies less product to the skin.
7. Setting Powder
Setting the makeup is a crucial step that cannot be missed. If makeup is not set it reduces the chances of your makeup being oily. Setting powders absorb oils from the skin and makeup giving the makeup an overall matte finish, by setting the makeup with a translucent powder or even a powdered foundation, it allows your makeup to last longer without creasing. By adding this additional step to your makeup regime you will find that your makeup will be less oily and last a lot longer throughout the day.
8. Use A Setting Spray
Another way to make your makeup look less oily is by using a setting spray. Setting sprays make your makeup last longer and mold together. There are many types of setting sprays with different finishes. The one finish that will help your makeup last longer and look less oily is going for a setting spray that has a matte finish. This will help absorb any access oils and will also help your makeup looking less oily.
9. Use Oil Free Makeup Removers
Believe it or not makeup removers that have oil make your skin more oily. This can even contribute to why your makeup may be looking more oily. Instead look at makeup removers that are oil free. Micellar water is a great way to remove makeup off the skin especially if the makeup is waterproof. It helps tone the skin while removing makeup.
Conclusion
In conclusion, there are many reason as to why your makeup looks oily. It’s best to use products that suit your skin type. This means having a daily routine with your skin and using products that won’t contribute to it becoming more oily but rather balancing your skin type with the correct skin products.
It’s important to look at more matte finishing products that don’t make the skin look oilier but instead mattifies the skin and absorbs any oils. By sticking to products that have a matte finish it helps your makeup look less oily. It’s also important to introduce products that will help set the makeup in place, this will not only help absorb the oils on the skin but it will also help your makeup stay in place and look less oily throughout the day.