Why Using Moisturizer Before Makeup is a Must
Thinking about skipping face wash or moisturizer before applying your makeup? Think again. If you want a flawless looking complexion it’s not about layering on the foundation. It turns out the key is to start with clean, hydrated skin. Intrigued? Check out our top pre-makeup skin care musts!
Should you always wash your face before putting on makeup?
Yes, yes, and in case you missed it, yes! And you might want to think about exfoliating while you’re at it. Why? Think of your skin as a canvas. Before adding any color, you’ll want to start with a clean base. That means getting rid of dirt, oil, and dull skin.
St. Ives Cleansing Sticks are our daily go-tos for clean skin, at-home or on-the-go. Made with a 100% natural coconut oil base, these solid cleansers leave skin refreshed and nourished. They come in 4 amazing ingredient blends, and is definitely our pre-makeup pick because of its skin detoxing powers.
For a cleanser and exfoliator in one, we’re all about . Use it a few times a week to gently buff away dull skin and soothe with oatmeal and honey.
Is it good to put moisturizer on before foundation?
Not only is it good, it’s also a necessity. Moisturizer does two very important things:
First, it smoothes skin’s surface for a more even foundation or concealer application and can even help makeup to stay on longer.
Second, hydrating skin underneath makeup will help skin to look less dull. Applying foundation on dry skin can cause it to look cakey.
There are tons of moisturizers out there to choose from, and some even have extra benefits like BB and CC creams, or SPF protection. But our go-to is because it helps soften skin, which could also mean younger… you’ll care about this more later. Trust us.
Can you mix your foundation and moisturizer?
The answer is yes, as long as you don’t mind lighter foundation coverage. You might even prefer it during the warmer spring and summer months. This DIY method (and a total pro move) basically gives you the benefits of a BB cream without having to go out and buy another product. Score!
Is It Best to Apply Face Oil Before Makeup?
Similar to lotion, face oil is a considered another form of moisture for skin. Because of this, we recommend adding face oil before any foundation or makeup as part of your hydrated base. As we mentioned earlier, if your skin is extra dry you might think about adding a moisturizer after your face oil too.
What do you put on your face before applying makeup?
Now that you’ve cleansed, exfoliated, and hydrated your skin, it’s time to put on primer. What exactly is primer you ask? It’s a product that acts as a base for foundation and other makeup, and helps whatever you put on afterward go on smoother and stay on longer. If you don’t want to spend the cash on another product, just remember: cleanser and moisturizer before makeup are an absolute must!
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The Benefits of Physical Exfoliation
There are so many “a-peeling” things about physical exfoliation, and we love the power it has to make your skin feel refreshed. Our St. Ives Board-Certified Dermatologist partner, Dr. Claire Wolinsky loves the benefits of physical exfoliation as much as we do, so we asked her to share the advantages of this important step in your skincare routine, all year round!
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How To Be Stress Free By Going To The Park
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New St. Ives Body Wash Made With More Natural Ingredients
It’s no secret that we live for natural ingredients. That’s why we’ve made sure to include 100% natural extracts and exfoliant into our new range of St. Ives body wash! From orchid to oatmeal, shea butter to sea salt, get to know the natural extracts and exfoliant that give our body washes that extra zing of freshness.
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Self-Care Tips: How to Make the Most of Your Shower
We spend a lot of time in the shower, but are you making the most of it? If not, we’re here to help! Whether you shower first thing in the morning to start your day or right before bed to unwind, here are some self-care tips for an amazing shower experience.
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Seasonal Skin Care: Body Wash for The Changing Seasons
It’s a no brainer to switch your wardrobe when the seasons change, but did you know that your body’s skin care needs change too? Keep reading as we answer all your seasonal skin care questions and offer ways to adjust your routine for hydrated, healthy skin all year long.
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Is Physical Exfoliation Bad for Your Skin?
There’s a lot of buzz around physical exfoliation, but rest-assured, it is an effective way to safely exfoliate your skin when done correctly!
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What is Maskne? Maskne (mask + acne) or acne breakouts caused by wearing a face mask is a real thing. Wearing a protective face mask is important for protecting your health. So, what can you do about some of the side effects of wearing a mask -- like friction, rubbing, and increased temperature – that can cause some issues for your skin? Luckily, taking care of your complexion and using the right acne products may help to prevent and treat breakouts and help you get your glow back.
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There’s no doubt that our relationship to our acne is complicated and borderline toxic. Like a bad breakup, acne often comes crawling back into our lives just as you think you’ve moved on. This time though – we mean it. It’s time to say goodbye to acne and hello to our newest zit-zapping line to help keep skin clear.
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We know the physical and mental benefits of being under the sun, but how do you go about having a glorious picnic, beach day or patio brunch while taking care of your skin? Not all SPF sunscreens are made equal – you’ll want to look for sunscreens for acne prone skin.
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What is Niacinamide and How Does it Help Your Skin?
Make room in your #squad for niacinamide. It’s part of the B Vitamin family (specifically Vitamin B3) that you regularly digest through a balanced diet of whole grains, fish, meat, greens. Beyond digesting it for your general health, it’s also becoming known as a hugely popular ingredient found in skincare formulas that’s effective on all types of skin of all ages. Niacinamide is, no doubt, an ingredient you should think about adding to your daily skincare routine.
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Have you heard? We have just been certified cruelty free by PETA! Our cruelty-free commitment goes beyond products to include the ingredients we get from suppliers. This means that no animals are harmed at any point in the process.
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Face Mists and Why Add it to Your Skincare Routine
From beauty editors to your BFF, everyone is talking about face mists right now. If you haven’t tried one, you’re seriously missing out! Have questions? We’ve got answers. Read on to learn everything you need to know about the must-have skin care product of the moment.
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When to Use Face Mist for Glowing, Hydrated Skin
While you can use a face mist anytime, there’s more to the story. And that’s exactly why we’re here! Discover the best times of day and specific moments to use a hydrating facial mist. Still not exactly sure what a face mist is? Check out our other article, What Is a Face Mist first
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Skin Care Routine Order 101
Congrats! You’ve found your favorite go-to products for your skin! Now, the next step to glowing skin is figuring out your skincare routine order. This means exactly when and in what order to use each one of your products. Sound confusing? We’ve got you covered, every step of the way, day and night – literally!
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Skin Care Hacks: Seven Easy Tips to Get Glowing Skin
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Damaging Skincare Mistakes to Stop Immediately
Habits. For better or worse, we all have them. Habits come from laziness, regular repetition or when new behaviors become part of our day-to-day.
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8 Beauty Tips to Get Glowing, Flawless Skin
Flawless skin doesn’t happen overnight. In fact, it takes a little TLC. Bright like the sun skin comes from within, and this means hard work: ditch that soda for water, remember sunscreen #always and spare that extra five-minutes to take off all your makeup before bed – no excuses. So, no worries on how to achieve luminous, vibrant skin. We’re sharing some of our top beauty tips for skin, right here!
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Should You Wash Your Face Before or After Showering?
Have no fear – we’ve done our share of research, and the answer is clear: post-shower is definitely the way to go. Sure, washing your face in the shower saves time but it can also do more harm than good – like, clogging pores with other products (gross) or drying out skin with hot water (ouch).
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How Often Should You Exfoliate Your Face?
Exfoliation is the removal of dead and the oldest skin cells from the topmost layer of skin and can be accomplished via face scrubs, facials or peels. Now, how often should you exfoliate your face? Skin should be exfoliated on a consistent and regular basis as dead skin can get trapped on the surface and cause clogged pores, rough skin texture, dullness, and breakouts!
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5 Benefits of Moisturizing You Need to Know
Everyone knows you’re supposed to moisturize your skin but what does moisturizer do? We know and are happy to share!
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How to Wash Your Face The Right Way?
It’s no secret that washing your face has been a no-brainer since rubber duckies were a part of bath time. It’s also safe to say that your morning and nighttime face cleansing sin care routine has changed a bit (ok, a lot) since then. So, you’ll want to make sure you know how to wash your face the right way. Let’s review.
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Face Wash vs Face Scrub
Textures, scents, and choices, ooh, my! We’ve all been there. What is the difference between a face wash, a face scrub and a face cleanser? Do you even need all of them? Not to worry, we have you covered!
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What Does a Facial Cleanser Do & How To Use
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Choosing the Best Face Scrub and Face Wash
Here's the thing: There are a slew of face wash and scrubs to choose from out there in this great big world of beauty. Why? Because there are many types of skin! Maybe you've already identified the characteristics of the skin you're in (definitely humble brag-worthy), and maybe not (no worries, you're still good). Either way, we're here to help you. Ahead, the best face scrub and face wash for all skin types.
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Avocado for Face Care
Avocado is so much more than a trendy toast topper! This creamy fruit is a total powerhouse when it comes to healthy skin benefits and achieving an instant glow. AND, the combination of avocado and honey is known to moisturize and heal dry skin.
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St. Ives Apricot Scrub – Why We Love Apricot
Say hello to glowing skin. You can’t beat the deep exfoliation of St. Ives apricot face scrub for clean, smooth, illuminated skin.
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The Science of Exfoliation
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Winter Skin Care: Best Face Wash for the Winter Season
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Hey! You made it! Welcome to the bottom of the page. Not everyone makes it down here, so we’re guessing you like us. Hooray!
We spend most of our time down here talking about what inspires our skincare. Oh, and how to get glowing skin—specifically, how to make your skin glow. So let’s get started, shall we?
Our products were all made to bring the joy of nature to your skin while making it glow—all without crossing into shiny skin territory (not cute). That’s why our entire lineup features 100% natural moisturizers, exfoliants, and extracts! We also just really, really love apricots.
Think of St. Ives as your go-to for great-smelling cleansers, lotions, masks, and body washes you can use on the daily to get glowing skin that feels super-hydrated and oh-so-silky smooth. Did we mention we’re America’s #1 Scrub brand*?
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