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How To Apply a Face Serum Correctly
Should You Apply Serum Before or After Moisturizer?
Serums typically have more lightweight formulas; however, moisturizers create a protective barrier over the outermost layer of the skin to lock in moisture.
As such, a serum should always be applied before a moisturizer, as this maximizes the contact it has with the skin, helping to achieve the desired effect. The moisturizer then works to lock those ingredients in and provide additional benefits.
Should You Apply Oil Before or After Serum?
Much like moisturizers, facial oils are slightly heavier than serums so create a protective barrier over the skin. As serums are often water-based, so lighter in weight, we always recommend applying them first to make it easier for them to be absorbed.
Should You Apply a Serum Before or After a Concentrate?
Concentrates are very similar to serums and help to target specific skin concerns. However, while serums often bring together multiple ingredients, concentrates usually consist of one key ingredient, like hyaluronic acid or retinol. A concentrate should be applied before a serum to allow that key ingredient to take effect without being diluted by other ingredients.
Apply the concentrate onto the face after cleansing and toning, wait two minutes, then apply a serum.
How to Apply Serum on the Face
Applying a serum before a foundation is a great way to hydrate the skin without leaving it feeling greasy. Here’s how to add one to your regimen.

WHAT ARE LIPSTICK UNDERTONES?
Just like your skin, lipstick shades have undertones too - warm, cool, and neutral. It is simply the ‘hidden’ colour underneath the main shade of lipstick. Here’s how you can identify which undertone your lipstick falls under:
• Warm Shades: Lipsticks for warm undertones are like colours of the sun, yellow, orange, or even red.
• Cool Shades: Cool undertone lipsticks have hints of blue, pink, and purple - the other half of your colour wheel.
• Neutral Shades: Neutral lipsticks have balanced undertones and don’t lean too warm or cool. Coffee colours and taupes are some examples of neutral tones.
Now that you know about the different lipstick undertones, all you have to do is figure out which undertone family and shade suits you the best. Here are three simple steps to help you choose lipstick shade:

Exfoliate your lips
No matter what color or finish of lipstick you are using, having smooth, hydrated lips is vital. When your lips are dry or flaky, the lip color doesn't last as long or look as uniform. Use our Sugar & Butter Lip Exfoliator to slough off any dead skin, leaving your lips smooth, supple, and ready for color.

HOW TO APPLY BLUSH TO SUIT YOUR FACE SHAPE
Whether you have a round, square, oval, diamond or heart-shaped face, discover the most flattering blush placements for every face shape.
Darlings, blush is a fabulous way to define and shape the look of your face! Whether you have a round, square, oval, diamond or heart-shaped face, discover my expert guide on how to apply blush to suit every face shape and unlock the perfect blush placements to give your complexion a flattering flush!

USE EYESHADOW TO COMPLEMENT YOUR EYE COLOR
Enhance your eyes natural sparkle with an eyeshadow that will complement and contrast with your eye color, for a statement eye makeup look. Purple works beautifully for brown eyes, whilst champagne and black shades bring out blue eyes, and bronze red shades enhance hazel and green eyes.

Your glow acts as your signature.
Makeup or a mirror does not define you, but quiet confidence radiates from within.

You don't have to be perfect for now. When you time your skin, each drop touches and each moment presents, you remember you deserve softness.

You are beautiful. Comparison to other beauties is not for you.
Because when you move with love within yourself, the world can't help but notice.

✨ Shine where peace lives, down in the center within you.

Targeted or Spot Treatments
This step is where you can tailor the routine to your skin concerns, says Thornfeldt, whether that's a serum for hyperpigmentation or a prescription acne product like tretinoin. This is also where you put any spot treatments on active breakouts. However, it's important to note that prescription retinoids and spot treatments work best on dry skin, so it's best let your skin dry for about 20 minutes after cleansing before you add treatments with active ingredients.
Most often, targeted treatments are commended to be used 3-5 nights a week, so you can skip this step on your "off" nights.

The most radiant glow is the one that can’t be bottled.
It comes from the way you pause, breathe, and give yourself a little extra love.
From washing away the day’s chaos. From pressing warm hands against your cheeks, reminding yourself that you’re enough.

Skincare is not vanity.
It’s connection — with your body, your mind, your peace.
Every drop of oil, every gentle massage, every quiet ritual is a love letter to yourself.

Your glow doesn’t need approval.
It doesn’t need perfection.
It just needs you — choosing yourself, every single day.

✨ Glow is a feeling first, and a look second.

Foundation
I make sure to use products with SPF every single day to ensure that I’m protecting my skin from the sun’s harmful rays. The two products I have been using in tandem for quite some time now are Elta MD’s Facial Sunscreen SPF 46 and Rodan + Fields Radiant Defense.
Both products are packed with skincare benefits, so they act as makeup and skincare at the same time. What could be better than that?! They each contain SPF and just enough pigment to match and even out my skin tone. Unless I am headed out for a special event or plan to be on-camera, I don’t like to wear heavy makeup during the day. These two products together are the perfect duo since the Elta is more sheer and the R+F has a touch more color. When combined, the two products provide just the right amount of coverage for a very natural looking, glowing foundation. I mix a small pump of the Elta MD with a pea-sized amount of the Rodan + Fields on my fingertips and rub into my face.

Beauty isn’t built overnight. It’s layered — like your favorite moisturizer.
Each layer tells a story.
Of late nights and early mornings. Of quiet moments in the mirror. Of choosing to care, even when no one’s watching.

True beauty isn’t loud.
It’s in the calm confidence that comes from consistency.
From knowing your skin. Honoring your texture. Listening to what it needs — not what the internet tells you.

This is your space.
To glow. To heal. To love the skin you're in, exactly as it is — evolving, real, and deeply yours.

✨ It’s not about perfect skin. It’s about your skin, treated with love.

Beauty products play a vital role in skin health. They hydrate, nourish, and protect the skin from damage. Using the right cosmetics boosts confidence and enhances beauty. Quality skincare products prevent issues like acne and wrinkles. Prioritize your beauty routine for a healthier, more radiant appearance.