Do you bake your face before or after concealer?

Do you bake before or after foundation? Because baking is all about setting your base makeup underneath, you’ll def want to do this after applying your foundation and concealer.

When should you bake your face?

The actual “baking” occurs when you let the powder sit for 5-10 minutes after you’ve put on the rest of your makeup. During this time the heat from your face will allow your makeup to oxidize and it will set your foundation and concealer, while the excess powder absorbs any oil.

Why you shouldn’t bake your face?

Baking actually break down your skin’s natural oil, which can cause dehydration, and that is not the kind of treatment your skin needs. Dehydration is also known to be the cause of more wrinkles.

What is baking with makeup?

Baking your makeup is the process of applying concealer and loose powder under your eyes for a crease-free, flawless-looking finish. Traditional baking uses a damp sponge to allow the loose powder to sit under your eyes for 5-10 minutes to blend with your foundation and concealer.

How long do you let concealer sit before blending?

To “bake your makeup” means to let your concealer sit on your face for 10 to 20 minutes before blending it, so that your own body heat enables the makeup to melt into your skin and cause it to change color and texture. This allows for the concealer to be blended more easily for a flawless coverage.