Let’s set the record straight, if you’re not using moisturizer before makeup, you’re skipping the foundation before the foundation. No matter how expensive your makeup is, if you don’t prep your skin properly, you’re basically building a house on sand.
In Nigeria’s ever-changing weather, your skin needs that extra love to stay smooth, hydrated, and selfie-ready all day. Moisturizer is that one product that ensures your makeup glides on like butter and stays in place, from Owambe morning till after-party night.
Why your skin craves moisture, even before makeup
Your skin isn’t just a blank canvas, it’s a living, breathing surface that reacts to what you put on it. And just like you wouldn’t paint on dry, cracked wood, you shouldn’t apply foundation on dry, unprepped skin.
Here’s why moisturizer before makeup makes all the difference:
1. It creates a smooth base
Moisturizer fills in fine lines, softens dry patches, and balances uneven texture. So when you apply your foundation, it doesn’t cling to the wrong places or look flaky, especially if you have dry or combo skin.
2. It helps makeup last longer
Hydrated skin grips makeup better. It keeps your products from melting, creasing, or disappearing halfway through the day.
3. It prevents breakouts and irritation
When your skin lacks moisture, it overproduces oil to compensate. The result? Clogged pores, breakouts, and patchy makeup. Using moisturizer before makeup keeps your skin balanced and happy.
Is it okay for oily skin? Absolutely!
There’s a myth flying around that people with oily skin don’t need to moisturize. Big lie!
In fact, skipping moisturizer before makeup when you have oily skin might make things worse. Your skin gets dehydrated and responds by producing even more oil—giving you that dreaded midday shine. The key is using the right kind of moisturizer: lightweight, oil-free, and mattifying.
How to apply moisturizer before makeup like a pro
Here’s your mini-guide for prepping like a boss:
- Cleanse your face, start with a fresh base.
- Tone (optional) to balance pH and prep pores.
- Apply moisturizer suited for your skin type. Wait a minute or two to let it absorb.
- Follow with primer (if you use one), then go ahead and slay your makeup!
Top benefits of using moisturizer before makeup
Here’s what you gain by using moisturizer before painting your face to perfection:
- Smooth Skin Texture: No dry patches or flaky zones showing through your foundation.
- Longer-Lasting Makeup: Your foundation grips better and holds up all day, even under hot Nigerian sun.
- Balanced Oil Production: Helps prevent your skin from overcompensating and getting greasy by noon.
- Effortless Blending: Makeup glides on like butter, blends evenly, and looks like skin—not cake.
- Skin Protection: Acts as a barrier, so your skin doesn’t absorb too much product or get clogged.
Best types of moisturizer to use before makeup
- Gel Moisturizers: Lightweight and great for oily/combination skin.
- Cream Moisturizers: Ideal for dry or mature skin that needs intense hydration.
- Water-Based Moisturizers: Fast-absorbing, non-greasy, and great under makeup.
- SPF Moisturizers: Kill two birds, hydrate and protect from sun damage.
Perona’s top moisturizer picks for pre-makeup perfection
Want flawless glam that lasts all day? Perona Beauty Store has curated the best moisturizers to use under your makeup, no matter your skin type or budget:
Neutogena Hydro Boost Water Cream | Normal to Extra Dry Skin
Face Facts Enhance Gel-Cream Moisturiser
Bolden SPF 30 Brightening Moisturizer
Im From Rice Cream 50g
A glowing base starts with moisture
Let’s face it, flawless makeup starts with flawless skin prep. And the MVP of that prep is moisturizer before makeup.
So don’t just slay the final look, slay the prep too. Visit Perona Beauty Store today and grab your perfect pre-makeup moisturizer. Your skin, and your selfies, will thank you.
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