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Skin prep before makeup💦
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Teffy
Did you know that the secret of a perfect makeup is the preparation of the skin? I’m not selfish at all and as a professional beautician and makeup artist I share my tips with you✨ we can all be beautiful together 🌹
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Moisturizer
 
Toner
 
Under the eye

Moisturizer

 
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Hydration without overdoing it and perfect line for all skin types
CeraVe
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If you need a moisturizing cream and especially non-comedogenic. This is the one you need for those of us who have acne-prone skin is super necessary. It is ideal for combination skin that does not leave the face greasy but gives the necessary dose o...
345 Relief Cream
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My skin always feels smoother after using these. The textured side gently buffs away dead skin cells, while the liposome formula helps deliver hydrating and nourishing ingredients where they can do their job. It's such an easy way to prep my skin bef...
d'alba Piedmont Double Quick Liposome Serum Mask
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I loooooove this cream. Whenever my makeup looks extra smooth, this is usually the reason why. It gives my skin just the right amount of moisture without feeling greasy, so foundation blends beautifully instead of clinging to dry patches.
Lait-Crème Concentré - #1 Moisturizer | Embryolisse USA
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This is one of my favorite first steps when my skin needs a little extra hydration. It leaves everything feeling soft and bouncy, making the rest of my skincare and makeup apply so much more evenly.
glazing milk
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Toner

 
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Literal is the best toner I have tried, it unifies the skin tone, it has 2 types of hyaluronic acid while also fighting spots with vitamin C. I think there is no better combination than that. And that’s why it’s my favorite🥹💖
Eudermine Activating & Hydrating Essence
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Some days my skin doesn't need a heavy cream, just a boost of hydration. This gives me that fresh, plump look that makes foundation sit so much better throughout the day.
Cream Skin Toner & Moisturizer: 2-in-1 Hydration Hero | LANEIGE
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Under the eye

 
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They contain a high dose of hydration, I usually leave them 10 minutes before my makeup and they reduce the swelling and tiredness I have of the day. In addition to giving me hydration to prepare my skin for the next step, which would be the conceale...
Abib Collagen Eye Patch Jericho Rose 60 Patches
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I only need a tiny amount before makeup. It gives my under eyes enough hydration to keep concealer from looking dry or settling into fine lines.
COSRX Snail Mucin Peptide Under Eye Cream
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love using these around my under-eye area for a few minutes before makeup. They leave my skin feeling hydrated and refreshed, and I notice my concealer applies much more evenly afterward. It's such an easy trick when I want my makeup to look extra sm...
d'alba Piedmont White Truffle Double Serum Balm
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