Flawless makeup starts before foundation even touches your face!

Hey beauties! Have you ever spent time doing your makeup carefully, only to find it cracked, greasy, or caked after a few hours? Most of the time, the problem isn’t your makeup—it’s your prep.

Let’s explore how to professionally prep your skin, 2025-style, for long-lasting, natural, camera-ready makeup.

Step 1: Cleansing

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The very first step — even if you’re not wearing makeup

I always begin by removing my eye makeup using the Lancôme Bi-Facil Makeup Remover — it’s gentle, oil-free, and removes even the most stubborn waterproof mascara without irritating my skin.

Why it matters: Dirt, oil, and leftover products can act like a barrier between your skin and your makeup. A clean canvas is essential.

Recommended Product:

Augustinus Bader The Cleansing Balm — A luxurious balm with calendula extract — melts away impurities while nourishing your skin.

Pro tip: If you have dry skin, massage the balm in gently, then remove it with a warm, damp pad. Your skin will feel like silk!

Step 2: Hydration + Prep

In 2025, hydration isn’t just a step — it’s a science!

The goal: Prepping your skin with smart, lightweight, and long-lasting hydration to help your makeup grip better and last longer.

Updated technique: Use a serum + cream combo, especially on drier areas like around the nose and under the eyes.

Recommended Products:

La Mer The Revitalizing Hydrating Shttps://www.cremedelamer.com/product/20662/46988/serums/the-revitalizing-hydrating-serumerum

Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream

Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Cream Light (for oily skin)

Step 3: Eye Area Prep

The under-eye is the most delicate zone — neglecting it can ruin the whole look.

2025 Solution: Cooling serum + metal applicator = magic!

Recommended Products:

Dior Capture Totale Super Potent Eye Serum

La Prairie White Caviar Eye Extraordinaire

Pro tip: Keep your eye serum in the fridge and apply it 2 minutes before makeup. It reduces puffiness and prevents your concealer from creasing.

Step 4: Smart Primer

Think of primer as the foundation of your makeup foundation. When chosen correctly, it smooths, grips, and enhances makeup longevity.

Day vs. Night Primer:

Day: Lightweight, SPF-infused or pollution-protecting

Night: Luminous or blurring primers for glam nights out

Recommended Products:

Hourglass Vanish Airbrush Primer

Chanel UV Essentiel SPFhttps://www.chanel.com/us/skincare/p/140620/uv-essentiel-complete-protection-anti-pollution-spf-50/ 50

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer

2025 Golden Tip: Lip Primer + Soft Lip Liner

Yes — lips need prepping too!

My trick:

Start with Laneige Lip Sleeping Maskhttps://us.laneige.com/products/lip-sleeping-mask — apply, then wipe off

Follow with Dior Lip Maximizer Serum for natural softness and plumpness

Final Thoughts

Great makeup always begins with properly prepped skin. Remember: putting makeup on unprepped skin is like painting on a dirty canvas — it won’t last or look smooth.

I use these exact steps on all my clients, whether in Tehran, Istanbul, or Dubai — and the difference is always visible!

💡 Want to stay on top of the latest looks? Read my article on the 2025 makeup trends — from glass skin to AI-powered glam:

👉 Makeup Trends 2025: How Beauty is Being Redefined

With love and experience,

Roshi

Beauty is power — especially when your skin feels safe.