I don’t think having
acne or scarring should stop anyone from wearing makeup. I have suffered from
hormonal acne since I was about 12 and have been on medication to keep it under
control ever since. This only keeps it controlled and hasn’t cured it, so on a
day to day basis I can occasionally find myself trying to cover up stubborn
acne or previous scarring. These are just a few ways I’ve learnt over the years
to help me keep my acne covered!
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| This is an example of my skin badly broken out in January. I would avoid wearing makeup while it's red/sore and inflamed as in the photo, but by being delicate with your skin for a day or two you will be fine to cover this up, as long as there's no open wound. |
Primer
I always prime my face as it creates a necessary barrier
between the foundation and my skin. It also helps your makeup last longer and
depending on what exact primer you use can blur, or minimise the appearance of
pores. In general, those with acne have enlarged pores and usually oily skin.
In this case a primer is exactly what you need, and going in straight with
foundation is an absolute no-no as it will just break down quicker and cause
your skin to worsen overall.
Colour Correct
I’ve spoken about colour correction before, because it’s
such a major step for those with acne. Some days my face is extra broken out
and just more red than usual, and without using a green concealer or any other
method of colour correction on my face a red tint is visible through the
foundation, and takes away from the ‘airbrushed’ effect I’m trying to achieve.
I apply a small amount of CC concealer on any areas that are particularly red,
then pat this in with my beauty blender. Don’t worry if there is a green tint
on these areas afterwards, it’s not supposed to completely blend out as it
neutralises the red tones. The green won’t show up through your foundation.
Conceal
Before I go in with my foundation, I give myself a bit of
extra coverage by using my concealer over the areas that I covered in green and
anywhere else on my skin that seems patchy from scarring (so would have been
missed by the green). I then pat this in with my beauty blender once again, and
it gives me an even pre-base to my foundation, to make sure it doesn’t look
patchy and uneven once applied.
Foundation
I pat my beauty blender all over my face to make sure I’m
working with a flat surface. Next, I go in with an anti-oil foundation, medium
to full coverage depending on the occasion. I start with a small amount,
patting it in with the beauty blender again. Once I’ve done that I work on my
eyebrows and eyeshadow, before going over any areas that need a little more
coverage with more foundation. The reason I don’t go in with a second layer
immediately is because it gives the foundation a little time to settle into the
skin, and it makes areas that need more coverage more apparent. Avoid dewy
formulas because as I mentioned, if you have acne prone skin it’s probably oily
too, and dewy will just make you look extra extra EXTRA greasy which is the
opposite of what we’re trying to achieve.
Set It!
I have never stepped out my house without setting my
foundation with a powder. When you have oily skin, it can make the world of
difference at making your foundation stay on for longer. The reason it’s key to set with a powder is
because making the skin matte makes it appear flat and smooth, and this gives
the illusion of airbrushed skin rather than bumps and acne. Sometimes, I use a
powdered foundation to give me an extra layer of coverage, but I only generally
do this when my skin is extra broken out. Usually, I use a loose translucent
powder all over my face on a fluffy powder brush to set the foundation. I use a
hell of a lot, and it can sometimes look a bit chalky and dry (that’s where the
next step comes in). Alternatively, you can go in with a small eyeshadow brush
and press some powder foundation over spots that need extra coverage, rather
than the whole face. I emphasise the word ‘press’ rather than rub, because this
will move around work you’ve done underneath.
Setting Spray
I use an oil free, temperature control setting spray after I
have powdered my face to make sure the work I’ve put into my makeup isn’t
broken down by oils as quickly throughout the day, and to remove the dry look
that setting your face can give. After this, I highlight once the spray has
dried, but I would opt for no highlight if I have spots around my cheekbones
because putting shimmer over them will make them more prominent.
Other Tips
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Carry blotting sheets throughout the day.
Sometimes I feel my face getting extra oily but I’m not able to go and touch up
with some powder. Keeping some blotting sheets in my pocket can help me stay
oil-free until I get an opportunity to retouch, keeping my makeup looking fresh
and matte.
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I recommend using a beauty blender not a brush
to apply foundation. Using a brush can irritate acne by rubbing, and micro
exfoliate the skin causing skin flakes to pop up in your foundation, which isn’t
a cute look!
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Avoid touching your face. Touching can spread
bacteria and cause more acne as I’m sure most people know, and it can also rub
off your foundation leaving you looking streaky.
I hope everyone
enjoyed this post! If you are interested in some of the specific products I
use, I have a link to my favourites here. I also am open to any questions,
or check out my Instagram @MyleeneBlogs for product updates.
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