We are officially in the second half of the year, which means a barrage of festivities, occasions, holidays, and gatherings are about to hit us, and hit us hard. Given the climatic changes and rising temperatures, trying to keep our makeup intact in this hot and humid weather, especially in a country like India, can get difficult.
And if you are looking for flawless makeup hacks and products that won’t budge from dusk till dawn, through every bite, and every twirl, and every bead of sweat, then we’ve got you covered. We sent our little elves to scour through the internet, whether it is an online forum or a social media platform, and they came back with questions we didn’t know people were asking.
Our beauty editors are constantly testing and trying new and improved formulations that help increase the longevity of our makeup looks, and unlike some mean girls from college, we don’t believe in gatekeeping these hacks and recommendations. So, read along as we answer 10 hot and heavy questions about makeup meltdowns.
The best part? You can now stock up on all your festive essentials on a budget with Nykaa’s Hot Pink Sale that starts on 18th July, 4 PM onwards, with up to 60% off on hair, makeup, fragrances, and skin essentials and free gifts with every purchase.
1. How can I make my foundation last all day/night through dancing?
The festive season means non-stop dancing and the inevitable sweat. But unlike many, if you want your makeup, especially your foundation, to stay put, you need to make sure you ace your base before anything else. If your foundation is strong (pun intended), your actual foundation is going to be stronger.
Skin prep is of utmost importance. Start with a clean face, go in with a serum to lock in hydration, and layer it with moisturiser to protect your skin barrier. Now comes the main lead primer. A primer can make or break your foundation (literally and figuratively). A strong, sticky, and mattefying primer can hold the products that come after, and the right setting spray will hold the formulation that came before. Make sure to keep a setting powder handy to soak up all the oil and sweat, so it doesn’t break down the oil in the primer and foundation.
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2. What are the best humidity-proof foundations for Indian skin tones?
The best humidity-proof foundation for Indian skin tones is the one that works for oily and acne-prone skin. Which means it has to be lightweight, full-coverage, instant-absorbing, and hydrating. Look for illuminating formulations with warm undertones, which suit the Indian skintones better, especially during festive seasons, when there’s a lot of fried food and sweaty moves.
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3. How can I prevent makeup creases during long festive events?
Your makeup gets creased and cracked around the parts of the face where there is extra skin, such as around your eyes and mouth. This happens because we stretch and retract our muscles to emote, leaving extra skin to form creases. Make sure these extra layers of skin are well hydrated and primed before you apply your concealer and foundation. Also, make sure you leave enough time to bake and let the product sink in before you go in with a setting powder and setting spray.
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4. Good makeup mini for quick touch-ups on the go during festivals
Minis are such a boon during the festive season when you have to carry tiny clutches but also have your touch-up essentials on the go with you. This is when potent formulations in fun sizes are of utmost importance. Here are some makeup minis we swear by.
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5. How to prevent my T-Zone from getting oily during the festive season?
Even if you don’t have extremely oily skin, your T-Zone can get greasy because that’s where sebum accumulates the most. While doing your makeup, use a mattifying setting powder, but when on the go, make sure to keep some blotting papers handy. These papers absorb all the excess oil, moisture, sebum, and grease without ruining your makeup, like most tissues, setting powders, and napkins do.
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6. How to make makeup last long without clogging my pores?
The best way to make your makeup look last longer without clogging your pores, especially during the festive season, is to ensure your skin is well prepped. An underprepared skin is an invitation for clogged pores. So make sure you cleanse and exfoliate your skin well so all the dirt, impurities, and pollutants are out of your skin cells. Follow it up with some nourishment and moisturisation, with a serum and moisturiser, respectively. Go in with a lightweight primer that evens out your skin texture, creating a smooth base for your makeup. This way ,your heavy-duty makeup will not clog your pores throughout the day.
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7. What skincare steps should I follow before applying festive makeup?
If there is one skincare routine you need to follow before applying your festive makeup, it’s the cleanser-exfoliator-toner-serum-moisturiser routine. Add in a little sunscreen too if the festivities are about to take place under the sun. The most important thing to remember is deep-cleansing all the impurities and hydration. If your base is strong, your festive makeup will last long. Add some face mist between every step to maintain ample hydration.
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8. How to prevent my kajal from running down during the festive season?
Make sure you prep your eye area with the right primer and concealer. Apply kajal to your waterline and not your tightline, so the moisture in your eyes doesn’t loosen the formulation. You can also apply kajal to your upper eyelid for that smoky look. But the most important step is to use a smudge-proof and waterproof kajal. Here are a few of our recommendations.
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9. How can I touch up my festive makeup without making it look cakey?
To make sure that your touch-up doesn’t look cakey, remove all the oil and sweat first before you go in with more product. Use a blotting paper that absorbs all the excess grease. Make sure to use a buildable formula to begin with so you can add on to it, without it looking heavy or cakey. Keep a setting powder and lip, and cheek tint handy to repair your makeup on the go.
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10. What is the best technique to layer makeup?
Now we all know to use primer, then concealer, foundation, and setting powder. But the hack to layer your makeup effectively for a long-lasting finish is to spritz setting spray between each layer. This way, every layer of your makeup is going to stay intact, and you won’t have to touch up a lot on the go.
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Parting Thoughts
Festive makeup is regular makeup on steroids, as it needs to last longer, melt slower, and shine louder. The ideal technique and perfect products can help you achieve any look, and make it last all night long, even through the sweat and oil.
