If your skin darkens significantly by the afternoon, don't start by reapplying powder.

You know those days when your skin looks radiant in the morning, but becomes dull and patchy by lunchtime? 😥

In the past, I used to reapply cushion foundation every time I touched up my makeup, but as time went on, the base would get thick and settle around the sides of my nose.

In such cases, rather than blindly reapplying product, it is better to lightly remove the oil that has risen to the surface first.

Gently press the shiny areas with blotting paper or a tissue, then pat a small amount of cushion only onto the areas where it has worn off.

Especially since the nostrils and forehead tend to produce more oil than the rest of the face, it looks much more natural to make adjustments only where necessary.

Also, if you apply too much base product in the morning, your foundation may cake or break down noticeably, so it is important to adjust the amount according to your skin condition.

However, darkening can be caused by various factors, including not only sebum but also foundation color or product oxidation.

If your complexion appears unusually dark even after touch-ups, instead of choosing a slightly lighter shade from the start, try checking the color of your jawline after some time has passed before selecting a product.

I also changed my habit of always reapplying makeup, and since it didn't look thick, it became much more comfortable.

If your makeup gets messy by the afternoon, try controlling the oil first before adding any products. ✨