Full Coverage Foundation Routine | Acne Prone Skin

Today's post is for all those who prefer watching over reading as I have a brand new video to share with you all. I have put together a tutorial for my full coverage foundation routine to help restore confidence in anyone suffering with acne. This routine is perfect for the days when you want to conceal and camouflage your blemishes and scaring.

As someone who has suffered with acne since their teenage years, I understand the debilitating effect it can have on your self-esteem and confidence. There have been countless days when I have struggled to even leave the house as I have been so incredibly self-conscious about the condition of my skin. Whilst I do not recommend this for everyday, as it is important to allow your skin time to breathe, it is perfect for creating a blank canvas on the days when you want to feel your best.

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In this video I know that my skin does not look that bad; however this has been a recent occurrence in the previous month when I finally had a breakthrough in clearing up my acne. I have tried countless creams, antibiotics and lotions from both the drugstore and the doctors. Nothing made a difference and instead my acne got worse and at the beginning of the year was at the point of spiralling completely out of control. I had breakouts all over my cheeks, chin and I was suffering from daily, constant headaches due to the pain caused by angry, cystic acne on my forehead. 

In a desperate attempt to finally say goodbye to my blemishes, I ditched everything that I was using geared towards acne prone skin. Instead of the harsh chemicals in these products, I opted for an entirely natural line of skincare and diligently restricted myself to only using this small selection of items. At the same time I tried to lay off the makeup for a while, drink plenty of water and avoid picking at my spots.

Initially my skin took a turn for the worse, however now two months in, I can see a noticeable improvement and have received several compliments. Whilst my skin remains far from perfect, it is in a condition that is a million times better than the painful cystic acne that I was battling at the start of the year. 

For more information on the routine that has saved my skin, see my post on the Tropic ABC Cleansing Routine and for my tips on handling your acne read my Skincare Series. I hope you enjoy this tutorial and it helps inspire you on how to achieve a flawless coverage, whether you are suffering with acne or not. I would love to hear your thoughts!

Devon

xoxo

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Skincare Week : How To Cover Acne

Whilst avoiding makeup during a blemish breakout is one of My Acne Dos and Don'ts; I also understand that a bare face is not always an option. Over the years I have tried and tested every method and I have finally learnt the right approach to concealing acne.

I think everyone's initial reaction to that horrifying morning breakout is to dig out the heavy coverage foundation and pile on the thickest layer possible. However I have learnt that this is the biggest mistake to make and my first tip is to ditch the heavy foundation.

Now before you write this post off as the words of a crazy girl, hear me out. It is unlikely that every inch of your skin will be covered in blemishes, but instead they appear in concentrated clusters around your chin, cheeks, nose or forehead. It is only these specific areas that require a heavy coverage. Applying a thick layer over your whole face will not only create a cakey, unnatural finish but also clog up your pores and cause breakouts in the clear areas of your skin.

Before you apply any makeup, always ensure your face is freshly cleansed and moisturised so that you have the perfect smooth base to start with. Next, choose a light coverage foundation or a BB cream and blend a thin layer into your face and neck. I like to use the L'Oreal Lumi Magique as this creates a youthful glow and I blend this in with my Real Techniques Expert Face Brush for a seamless finish.

Now decide where you suffer the most with acne and use a precision brush to apply extra coverage to the exact areas that it is needed. My perfect choices are the Vichy Dermablend Corrective Foundation and EcoTools Bamboo Deluxe Concealer Brush. Whilst this is a foundation and not a concealer, it is ideal for covering up imperfections as it provides twice the coverage of a traditional foundation but with a lightweight finish. It is created for the purpose of offering a camouflage coverage for irregular skin tone, acne scars, dark circles and pigmentation disorders.

I place a small amount on the back of my hand and use the precision brush to apply it to my exact spots. I then use the brush to blend out the edges of the dot of foundation into my skin. This will create a flawless, long-lasting coverage that will blend seamlessly into your natural skin tone. Unlike using a full coverage foundation over your entire face, this perfectly conceals your acne without looking cakey. I finish by using a powder to lock the foundation in place. I prefer to use a translucent powder like Soap & Glory's One Heck Of A Blot, as this will increase the longevity of your coverage.

For inspiration on the perfect drugstore choices for a light coverage foundation click here, or you can read about the cleansing routine that my skin is currently loving.

This method will effectively camouflage your acne, allow the clear areas of your skin to breathe and provide a coverage that looks natural, is lightweight and long-lasting. I hope this helped those of you currently suffering with blemishes and I would love to hear what you think in the comments below.

Devon

xoxo

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Skincare Week : Acne Dos

"It's complicated" is without a doubt the appropriate description of my long-term relationship with acne. It all started in my young teen years, carried on through adolescence and apparently my little friends are handling our breakup badly and have decided to see me into my twenties (clingy much?). Whilst some claim it to be an entirely vain problem; spots really can negatively impact your confidence especially during those tentative teenage years. 

I have learnt the dos as well as the don'ts for handling those pesky pimples. Over the next two posts I shall share my top tips to make your battle that little bit easier.

1. Do Let Your Skin Breathe

Everyone's natural reaction is to hide their breakout as fast as possible, usually achieved by piling on the makeup for the duration of its visit. However this will only succeed in further clogging your pores and inevitably worsen the situation. I am sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you are not unique. Everyone suffers with spots at some point in their life and it is nothing to be ashamed of. Whenever you can, try to spend full days makeup free. This will allow your skin to breathe and your breakouts to clear up faster.

2. Do Moisturise

When I was younger I followed the philosophy that if it didn't hurt then it wasn't working and so I handled my spots by using the harshest products I could find. These were filled with a dangerous concoction of chemicals and alcohol that would scrub my skin dry. I eventually realised that using a harsh exfoliator on an active breakout only resulted in it spreading.

(Top choices : Tropic Skin Revive, Avene Clearance, Clean & Clear, Simple Anti-Blemish, Eucerin DermoPURIFYER)

Blemishes are commonly accompanied by their trusty sidekick, the oily t-zone. A common mistake is to battle this duo by avoiding all and any moisturising products. This, coupled with a harsh cleansing routine, only aids to worsen the situation. The result is a completely dried out complexion and your skin compensates by producing more oil. This in turn clogs up your pores and leads to further breakouts. Find a light, oil-free moisturiser to wear during the day and a heavier moisturiser or facial oil to wear at night. This will not clog your pores but help to heal your skin whilst you sleep.

 

3. Do Eat Healthily

If your acne is due to hormones or genetics, then a clean diet is never going to wipe your skin clear. I have come to the realisation that, whether my daily portion of fruit and vegetables is five or fifty, a breakout remains in my impending future. However, I also know that my skin would be increasingly worse if I didn't pay attention to my diet. Your skin is a reflection of what you eat. If you are constantly filling up on greasy fast food and sugary snacks then your breakouts are going to be worse, more frequent and last longer. So try to eat fresh food and drink plenty of water. This will help to detoxify your skin and I promise that your complexion will benefit from the nutrients and vitamins you are feeding it.

I hope that these tips will help you in your battle with blemishes.  Be sure to check out tomorrow's post for my Acne Don'ts or yesterday's post all about the current cleansing routine my skin is loving. I would love to hear what you think in the comments below.

Devon

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