🎉 Lesson 07

Skin Prep & Primers

Learn how to prepare different skin types and choose the right primer to create a smooth, long-lasting foundation base.

COURSE OVERVIEW

  • Understanding Different Skin Types
  • The Importance of Skin Preparation
  • Choosing The Right Moisturizer
  • Understanding Primer Functions
  • Mattifying vs Hydrating Primers
  • Luminous & Color Correcting Primers
  • Preparing Combination & Dry Skin
  • Creating A Long-Lasting Foundation Base

Skin Prep & Primers

Healthy, well-prepared skin is the foundation of every flawless makeup application. Before choosing a foundation, makeup artists must understand their client's skin type and select skincare and primers accordingly.

In this lesson, you'll learn how different skin types respond to skincare products, how primers improve makeup wear, and how to select the right primer for oily, dry, combination, and sensitive skin. You'll also discover when to use color-correcting primers and how proper skin preparation can dramatically improve foundation performance.

Lesson 7

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What You'll Discover In This Lesson

  • Identify different skin types
  • Understand proper skin preparation
  • Learn the purpose of makeup primers
  • Choose primers based on skin concerns
  • Improve foundation longevity
  • Create smoother makeup application

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06 Color Theory... 

10:02

07 Skin Prep... 

09:34

08 Foundation..... 

08:14

09 Coverage... 

05:03

10 Foundation.....

04:59

04:58

01 Welcome... 

02 Introduction...

05:54

03 Sanitation..... 

08:20

04 Brushes.......

15:20

05 Preparation... 

04:25

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Prepare the skin properly before foundation application with skincare and primer essentials designed to improve hydration, texture, and makeup longevity.

Recommended Skin Prep Essentials

Daily Skincare Essentials

Build a healthy foundation with products that cleanse, hydrate, and nourish the skin before makeup application.

  • Toner & Serum
  • Moisturizer
  • Eye Cream

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Hydrating Primers

Designed to boost moisture levels and create a smooth base for dry or dehydrated skin.

  • Dry Skin Friendly
  • Smooth Finish
  • Extra Hydration

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Mattifying Primers

Help reduce shine, minimize pores, and improve makeup wear on oily or combination skin.

  • Oil Control
  • Pore Minimizing
  • Long Wear

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Color Correcting Primers

Neutralize redness, dullness, and uneven skin tone before foundation application.

  • Correct Redness
  • Brighten Complexion
  • Brighten Complexion

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Coming Up Next...

Lesson 08

Foundation Matching

Learn how to identify undertones, match foundation shades accurately,

and choose the most natural-looking complexion products for every skin tone.

💡 Tip:

The best primer depends on the skin type. Always assess your client's skin before selecting skincare and primer products to achieve the most natural and long-lasting makeup results.

Every flawless foundation starts with proper skin preparation. Mastering skincare and primers will make foundation matching and application significantly easier in the next lessons.

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