The Ultimate Guide to Flawless Skin: Makeup and Skincare That Work Together

Many people try to “cover up” imperfections with layers of makeup, only to end up with a cakey or uneven finish. But the secret to truly flawless makeup isn’t in the coverage—it starts with the skin. When your skin is clean, hydrated, and well-prepped, makeup goes on smoother, lasts longer, and looks naturally radiant.

Start With a Clean, Balanced Canvas

To achieve a smooth base, start your routine with proper cleansing—especially if you’ve been wearing sunscreen or makeup. Double cleansing ensures all residue is removed, giving your skin a fresh start. Exfoliating 2–3 times a week also helps eliminate buildup and texture, allowing makeup to glide on more evenly. Our Bliss Pro Fab Foaming 2-in-1 is refreshing non-comedogenic cleanser foams up to wash away stubborn makeup and dirt while gently buffing and polishing skin for a smooth, hydrated finish

Hydrate and Treat Your Skin

After cleansing, layering a lightweight moisturizer and a targeted serum—like Vitamin C for brightening—is key to creating a smooth canvas. Hydration helps foundation apply evenly and prevents it from clinging to dry patches or settling into fine lines. For best results, use our Snail Mucin Serum Vitamin C followed by our Biore UV Aqua Rich SPF 30 PA+++ Daily Moisturizer to plump and prep your skin for flawless makeup.

Prime Your Skin for a Flawless Makeup Base

To achieve that airbrushed finish, choosing the right primer for your skin type is essential. Whether you need hydration, pore-blurring, or oil control, the right formula creates a flawless base that helps your makeup last all day. Wondering how to make makeup look smooth? Try our E.l.f. Mineral Infused Face Primer—it fills in pores, smooths texture, and extends foundation wear without feeling heavy or greasy.

Choose the Right Foundation Formula

For a flawless finish, it’s important to match your foundation to your skin type and how you've prepped it—choose dewy formulas for dry skin and matte options for oily skin. Using a sponge or brush ensures seamless blending and even coverage. Our MAC Studiofix C7 Foundation blends effortlessly and works with your skincare to create a breathable, real-skin finish that looks naturally smooth and radiant.

Lock It In with a Setting Spray (That Nourishes Too!)

If you have dry skin, skip the powders that can dull your glow and emphasize texture. Instead, opt for a setting spray to keep your skin looking fresh and radiant throughout the day. Our Milani Make It Dewy Setting Spray adds a final layer of hydration while sealing in your look, giving you a dewy, long-lasting finish without any cakiness.

Flawless makeup isn’t just about the products you apply—it’s about how you prep your skin, pair the right formulas, and choose what works best for your unique skin type. By taking a holistic approach to your beauty routine, you’ll not only enhance your makeup’s performance but also support healthier, more radiant skin over time.