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Which cream to apply before makeup?

Quale crema applicare prima del trucco?

Makeup is often associated with the application of foundation, eyeliner, eyeshadow, and mascara. However, many people underestimate the importance of proper skin preparation for all these steps.

By using the correct foundation cream for your skin type, not only will your skin benefit, but the application of subsequent layers of makeup (such as primer and foundation) will definitely be more effective, ensuring a longer-lasting result.

The makeup base is generally a day moisturizer to be applied to the face after cleansing it with milk and toner. It is a step in the beauty routine that cannot be skipped, because even the gentlest foundation should not come into "direct" contact with the skin. The layer of cream, in fact, acts as a protective film against colored pigments.

To achieve the ideal result, however, it is essential to pay attention to your skin type. All skin types, in fact, have different needs, which is why you need to choose a day cream that can meet them.

The secret to a good base, then, is to choose the right cream.

Oily skin

In this case, the problem to solve is excessive sebum production. For this reason, it is important that the face cream mattifies the skin, absorbs sebum, and provides a fresh feeling. The lightness of the DAY BIOME cream is the perfect solution for this type of skin. Its quick absorption makes it ideal for preparing the epidermis for daily makeup, without feeling heavy and helping the skin not to become excessively shiny throughout the day.

Normal skin with a tendency to be dry

This type of skin can lose hydration depending on weather conditions (cold, sun, wind, etc.), and for this reason, it is good to always take care of it with a moisturizing cream. The DAY BIOME cream, thanks to the richness of its nutrients, has a thirst-quenching action on the skin that will make it your best ally!

Mature skin

The older we get, the more our skin becomes dull, dehydrated, and requires action to counteract the formation of wrinkles.  spots. In these cases, therefore, a day cream is necessary that, in addition to having a good moisturizing action, also contains the right ingredients to combat the signs of aging. The solution in this case is a cream like DAY BIOME which, in addition to moisturizing nutrients, contains Esapeptide, which not only counteracts skin aging but also helps to make it firmer and more elastic, along with Vitamin E, which fights free radicals. After its application, you will be able to boast hydrated and rejuvenated skin.


Advice for application

Whatever face cream is used as a makeup base, it is very important to let it dry completely before applying foundation.

"The timing may vary depending on the composition of the cream; lighter ones will take only a few seconds, while denser and more moisturizing ones will require more time. Foundation adheres well only on soft and fresh skin. That’s why it’s important to choose a cream that absorbs quickly, without leaving a greasy feeling."

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