Reset Your Routine: The Best Moisturisers & Primers for a Smooth Winter Base

It’s that time of the year, Glossies! January is the perfect opportunity to revive and reset your skincare and makeup routine, especially after exposure to cold weather and central heating. While makeup looks may be more pared-back this time of year, we still want our base to look smooth, fresh and long-lasting.

Have you ever applied a full face of makeup only to find that it doesn’t sit well or last very long? This is often due to dryness, dehydration or uneven texture – common skin concerns during the colder months. Without the right prep, makeup can cling to dry patches and look patchy throughout the day.

The best way to begin your makeup routine is by starting off by exfoliating, cleansing, moisturising, and finishing with a good primer - let’s get into the important stuff and talk about which moisturisers and primers are best to use to prep your skin during winter.

You need to consider how your skin would typically behave throughout the day; for example, if you have quite oily skin, this can result in shininess or makeup transfer, whereas if you have dry skin then you may experience the opposite and notice a lack of moisture which can make your makeup flaky and uneven.

Moisturisers must be used before you apply makeup; they are formulated to hydrate your skin which will ultimately make your skin look less dull, giving the makeup look a more even finish as well.

Primers are used after moisturising as this is the best way to ensure your makeup applies smoothly and lasts throughout the day.

Once your skin is prepped and you’re happy with your makeup, a setting spray can help to fix it into place while also refreshing and hydrating the skin, giving you a healthy, revived glow.

Here are some of my recommendations:

The smoothing primer is infused with Marshmellow Root Extract to soothe and hydrate the complexion so this will be the perfect addition to your skincare routine as it creates a soft-focus finish that keeps makeup fresh.

If your skin needs some TLC before applying makeup then the Weleda Skin Food will be perfect for you! It helps to treat dry, rough skin and it absorbs deeply into the skin, seeking to provide long-lasting moisture, making it ideal for cold winter months.

The Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream is suitable for all skin types and delivers up to 24 hours of hydration for a visibly smoother and softer complexion (this will help the application of our makeup!)

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This duo includes a cream and an SPF50. The creamy formula is packed with rice bran water, ginseng water, squalane and niacinamide to deliver immediate hydration and nourishment. This

moisturiser is designed to protect the skin barrier for a balanced-looking complexion.

This Serum Makeup Primer helps extend the longevity of your makeup for a fresh-faced feel throughout the day. Featuring a refreshing serum texture, the makeup primer utilises Serum-To-Grip technology to transform into a gripping formula, allowing your base products to stay put. Plus, the primer is enriched with niacinamide for added skincare benefits.