Zhen Yin indeed having a wide range of vocabulary is good but I would appreciate video with simple English more because it makes any video much more easier to understand.
Home made face exfoliant: one cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup olive oil or coconut oil! Works like a charm 👌🏽 Feel free to add essential oils as well, or even honey ☺
There are girls at my work with beautiful makeup that looks great from a distance but when you get up close and personal it's so cakey looking . I always though cakiness was just a part of wearing makeup thank gawd for this vid.
I agree with using oils at night on your face even if your skin type is already oily. It sounds crazy, but basically when you strip the oils from your face, your skin is thirsty af and starts producing excessive oil that ruins ur makeup. Jojoba and Rose oils hydrate your skin and keep your oil production at a normal level. I stopped using neutrogena exfoliating scrubs and my skin has never looked more radiant. My scaring has also decreased from the oils I use nightly. Just thought I'd share. 💕
I try to tell this to other women ALLLLL the time. They won't listen to me lol. Like they don't understand how using oils will help reduce the oils the face makes. Eventually I just give up. They might learn one day lol
I use nivea after shave for men and it changed my game sooo much... No pimples anymore and so hydrating and makes foundation long lasting. But my skin is so good now, i rarely even need to use foundation any more lol
Veer Rohmah yeah^^ there are also tons of ytbers who swear on nivea after shave for men xD it contains glycerine, which binds very well with the drying ingredients of make up, as ive heard. and because it is there to prevent shaving bumps, it contains a bit of alcohol, which reduces pimples
Also I love your videos cause you’re so real and actually showed a close up at the end with no filter or anything. Too many people set unreal expectations of what makeup looks like with blurring filters and what not and it’s so frustrating to look at them and wonder what you’re doing wrong 😭
Eden Bird I had that issue too, I realized I wasn't waiting long enough for my foundation to dry before adding powder and I was using too much powder, also translucent setting powder has become my best friend lol
Paul Kuijpers she was in her full makeup for the intro, a lot of youtubers and beauty gurus will film that at the end after their makeup is all done. You'll notice the biggest change in the lack of lipstick!(:
I cannot believe it. I changed my foundation routine based on the advice from this video and holy moly my makeup goes on much smoother and last about 50% longer. I didn't know I had to wait to let products sink in. I just put everything on one after another. The waiting and not rubbing really helps. And for the people with their photoshop comment: you can be salty all you want, but you're missing out on some good info.
Thank you for this posting how to prevent foundation from running. As a nurse and having long shifts at work. It's great to know these tips. I tried your routine this AM and I loved it. Foundations looks light and not Cakie at all.
This is very helpful. To be honest this was relevant to me today. I've been liking how Smashbox Photo Finish Primer goes with my Estée Lauder Double Wear Max coverage foundation, but today I tried to use argan oil prior to priming to moisturize. My makeup didn't last at all. I'm so happy you've taught me something new because I never know when to use setting spray first or powder. Hopefully now that I also bought some toner and moisturizer it'll help because my main concerns are acne scars. The foundation cakes around the acne scars and I hate that.
Hopefully these tricks help you! If you are using an oil in the morning before your makeup (I use mine at night) you definitely need to allow it time to really absorb before going in with foundation :)
Honey Bunny Actually, dermatologists don’t recommend exfoliation at all, beyond washing with a textured wash cloth. It actually slightly damages the top layer of your skin, and many ingredients in skin care items are natural exfoliants; like retinol, glycolic and alpha hydroxy acids.
Missy S absolutely! I even did a research paper on this topic in class the "beads" are made from chemicals and harsh plastics. sugar, brown sugar, coffee and even apricot scrubs are all natural for your face and body and the environment as well! dollar general makes a "knock off" brand of an apricot facial scrub and it's amazing!!
I tried this a few weeks ago because my face was like that picture: oily and cakey! So those picking on the picture criticising as photoshoped (and it probably is meant to be an example!), the pain is real. So I followed each step 100%. Once I started applying primer with a damp sponge it made such a big difference just as much as the other tips.. I have been doing every step ever since. It does work for me and it makes my not so great foundation look so nice and last so much longer without being a greasy cakey mess!!!!
Alyssa S yeah I need help on that too lol I try to use under eye consealer and it just cakes right up! Even if I only use a thin layer! And I use the same consealer as in the video...
Just a warning everyone! I sell Clarsonics every day, and you should NEVER use scrubs or anything abrasive with your clarsonic. I know Nikkia did not say she did that, but I can see that people might misunderstand!
It's way to harsh and abrasive for your skin. It will damage the moisture barrier and can cause flaking, break outs or rashes. You can use your clarisonic with any normal cleansr though.
depends on your skin type. But when you first start using it, you should build up tolerance by using it only a few times a week and work your way up to once a day
Finally a beauty video that ACTUALLY gives advice and helps... Most "beauty gurus" will only talk about the products they use or they will just show them their look. I know nothing about makeup so this video is just like yasss!
Your bare/no makeup skin is FABULOUS GIRL!!!! You said you deal with acne and other stuff, but to me you have 99.9% perfect skin! I want to have your even tone, smooth textured, zero breakouts, and that youthful glow going on there!! How How How did you get to that point? Thanks so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
I'd strongly advice anyone who uses some face or body scrub with micro beads to learn the detrimental environmental impact for sea life and water, as micro beads have even been banned in some places as it's nothing but plastic. And get something with coffee or fine sand instead like derma e or sukin, etc.
kcjjfjd rkfjfj oh awesome, thanks for the recommendation. I'll check that brand out. I love the microdermabrasion derma e scrub, it's awesome, you can find it at priceline.
josephine9975 real advice!!! So many great alternatives. Microbeads are way overrated. I love the Peekee bar from Drunk Elephant. Leaves the ph in tact.
Good tips! I really like the one about using setting spray before powder--works great! I tend to be very dry but need a powder to keep my makeup looking nice all day, so this trick helps a ton!
Do you know that some of the most popular mua's have NEVER mentioned the microexfoliation with a primer and your foundation? In fact, you are the 1st I have ever heard recommend a beauty sponge with your primer. Makes total sense. Thank you so much. At 45 and with super drying skin this might make all the difference to my face.
Amy Kim Ugh, these comments. Foundation and other makeup products don't cause breakouts unless there is a harsh chemical in it (like fake foundation), if you forget to take it off before you go to bed, or if the product is expired.
Where have you been my whole life!? I'm so happy I came across your channel. I have such oily skin and this has literally been a game changer for me! Your tips and recommendations are life changing! Thank you!
(Nikkia Joy:) Hi Nikki your makeup looks flawless you do such great job putting on make up, please post more TH-cam video make up Thanks. I do have a question my skin is really dry and has on my forehead a patches of dark spots pigments so i have to put a moisturiser on my face and take vitamin E every day, but when I put on the liquid foundation and try to blend out it still looks like it Deserter, even made sure that my moisturiser in evenly on my face and dry already when I put foundation. Please help any tips???.!!! Thanks😁😁😁😀
Nikkia Joy yeah don't you love it when they show you something but it has no relevance to why makeup becomes cakes in the first place I mean anyone with smooth skin will have a smooth finish I would of prefer her do a application on someone with rough skin or something then it could of been relatable
Dany I highly relate! I just use tons of extremely hydrating masks an peel off masks that will remove the dead skin. And I use exfoliating scrubs often! So hydration and exfoliation is key! Dont forget to use a water based moisturizer because that is what will help your skin the most, and brands that have silicone or other different bases for their moisturizer dont usually soak into the skin, but kind of just sit and dry down onto the skin. Hope that helped! :)
You're really good,i like that you actually explain any litlle details,like why do i have to dab instead of rubbing my foundation onto my skin,and you actually show those movements,you're explicit,so that's why I can say for the first time that this video really help on improving your make-up ''game'',Thank you,I really hope that you will remain always as explicit as you are here.
I used Estée Lauder foundation but found it so cakey, until I watched this video and found out it was the way I was applying it! Thank you so much! I really needed a video like this and it has really helped x
Great video. What about cruelty free? Does anyone stick to this routine. I found that Wet n Wild, NYX, and Milani have good primers and setting spray. Affordable and widely available. Your techniques are really good.
your accent is so nice to listen to😍 and can we just take a moment to appreciate the fact that this is a very informative video and more than just that, I didn't have to watch concealer be put all over your face! I like never see anyone just use minimal concealer anymore it's always all over the face, love love love!☺☺
I literally just tried everything you suggest and I am so so surprised, I am absolutely in love with what you suggested, I’ve always had a problem with oily skin. I’m not doing anything I used to do ever again! Thank you so much nikkia!!
I use small amounts of antibiotic cream in spots where I start to break out. Admittedly I don’t have a major problem with it, but it does seem to help keep in from getting worse. It has to be the cream type that’s a lotion and not the greasy petroleum type though. I use Walgreens “Multi-Antibiotic With Pain Relief Cream”. I don’t know if it would help; but since it’s handy to have around the house anyways, it couldn’t hurt to try. Just rub a small amount into affected areas before moisturizing. I hope that’s of benefit to you.
God. 1. The photoshopped thumbnail is to easily and directly advertise the point of the video. You know its photoshop, everyone else knows its photoshop, so why have a cry about it??? 2. Nikkia has stated that the product she used didn't use plastic microbeads. 3. Is there a specific reason why you guys have no chill or
Brandi Werthner i literally would not have clicked on this video if the thumbnail didnt catch my eye. Cause then i knew what the video would be about, even though i knew obviously her skin wouldn't look like either picture. the premise of the video is exactly what the title states and the thumbnail exaggerates. Having an exaggerated thumbnail is a lot less annoying than having a clickbait title wherein it has almost nothing to do with the video lol
I find it too that it is always good to give breathing time between your skin care applications and makeup. I also give a few minutes for my Primer to sink in before foundation. After setting my foundation, I also give it another few minutes before I actually put anything else. Giving time in between these applications really does help.
So far, this has been the most helpful video I have come across (out of about 15). She is full of pointers the whole way through for various problems one can encounter with wearing foundation. She walks through the steps and addresses potential problems as they are likely to occur in the process of applying foundation. I appreciate her addressing problems for varieties of skin types, not just her own. I have very dry skin and recently discovered that applying oil a few times before applying foundation is very effective in combatting cakiness. She offered this remedy early on and elaborated on the best oil to use, when to use it, and what it will achieve. THANK YOU:)
Destinaro. [: what i do when it start creasing is just to tap compact powder around the area. It doesn't do much but at least, not that obvious 😊 hope it helps
I found the bourjois healthy mix foundation doesn't crease these, where all my others do. Maybe try a different foundation? Also, powdering there as soon as the foundation is set helps too.
Nikkia, as far as a cream cleansers, which would you highly recommend from the drugstore? Also, how long have you been using the Rimmel primer and do you have problems with breakouts? I ask, only because I thought the hourglass mineral veil was your holy grail.?. After cleansing your face do you only use a moisturizer, or do apply any other skin care products prior to your primer? Thanks lovely and for the great video! As always, your are stunningly beautiful!!💕
I have a hormone disorder, it doesn't matter how much I wash or what I use, I have acne. I have combination skin and crazy rosacea problems. I feel like there's no way to hide the patchiness.
Tosha P I had really bad hormonal acne on my chin and I researched like months and found something that worked . I use thoroughly clean face wash by desert essence which is online or vitamin shoppe..this has been the best face wash ever and I tried way too many. Since it's hormones I took d.i.m it's a supplement and does many things but you should obviously research it and see if it's something you could take .another supplement for hormone acne is vitex and I didn't take it everyday only a few times a week and borage oil. Borage oil is amazing ! I don't take the d.i.m or vitex since I don't need it anymore but I take the borage oil and you can even use it on your face. I break the capsule and use it at night . It really helpled and took my acne away in a month and it was bad like I didn't want to leave my house bad. Hope something helps! ☺️
I struggle with the same kind of problems, I mostly use Kiehl's products, their calendula gel cleanser and calendula toner (both formulated for sensitive skin and without any alcohol), their hydroplumping serum to hydrate and their cilantro and rare earth masks (once a week). For actual moisturizer, the only thing that has worked for me and has helped with my rosacea (broken capillaries, texture, redness) has been the gel cream by La Mer. For sun protection/primer I use the hourglass veil mineral primer (works wonders and makes your makeup waterproof). Hope this helps.
deewani samiya not sure if most people already know this but a setting & fixing sprays are 2 different sprays - a setting sprays melts ur makeup layers into 1 layer, and makes that layer last, while a fixing spray freezes ur makeup (or so to speak) so it doesnr move
when choosing primers or setting sprays you do have to take in account what type of skin you have, and what type of setting spray you use. Personally, I have super oily/red skin so I avoid ones that give more shine to my face, and settle for ones that are cooling+non-illuminating.
Your thumbnail 😔 it's photoshopped click bait. It's the exact same photo with misleading "air brushing". thought you were better than that, so disappointed.
+sunneer Ok we need to talk about some things. Firstly - click bait refers to something that does not accurately reflect the content you are watching. Therefore the thumbnail is not 'click bait'. Secondly - it's actually the photo on the left that has had the sharpness/clarity turned up so that you see the texture in the skin. Thirdly - your comment that you are 'so disappointed in me' for adding amusing dramatisation to a photo to benefit my audience and you 'thought I was better than that' - that's a little over the top and a funny photo on the internet is not in any way a representation of who I am as a person. Have a great day!
Nikkia Joy - I agree that your definition of click bait is one form but I also think it can include a wide variety of intentionally misleading photos, tag lines etc. that over exaggerates. The fact that your before and after pics are photoshopped defeats the entire purpose of a before and after. I would guess that the majority of viewers thought the before was an actual, unaltered picture of your skin. I do appreciate your honesty in saying you altered the before photo though.
Ive wtched your videos for ages, and this particular one loads of times, and ive JUST NOW realised that you have a khloe kadashian vibe about you, especially in the close ups at the end!
I just paused at 1:32 FINALLY someone gets it!! Using a cream cleanser for oily skin I'm so excited you said this!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 now I must continue watching lolll xoxo
Mettboss chan, don't rub the brush into your skin, dab it on with the brush like a beauty blender. I have dry flaky skin and I hate beauty blenders, I use a brush to get more full coverage and they come in many different sizes for all over your face.
wow! I love this vid. You have great personality and manage to be give great advice in a concise manner that is not slow and tedious, nor terribly boring. Kudos.
I thought you were already wearing foundation your skin is amazing
You speak a lot of sense instead of other bloggers who have limited vocabulary. Good job!
+Zhen Yin thank you😍All those years of university have paid off😂
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Zhen Yin indeed having a wide range of vocabulary is good but I would appreciate video with simple English more because it makes any video much more easier to understand.
shorter but concised video is what I needed. most beauty bloggers nowadays have 10+ mins that IDK why
Home made face exfoliant: one cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup olive oil or coconut oil!
Works like a charm 👌🏽 Feel free to add essential oils as well, or even honey ☺
MakeupManicMom I stick to home made naturals too! Granulated sugar and coconut oil.
Don't use coconut oil for your face! It's comedogenic meaning it'll clog your pores
insanity toooo late lol
Isn't too much product just for your face?
247addiction adjust it then.
There are girls at my work with beautiful makeup that looks great from a distance but when you get up close and personal it's so cakey looking . I always though cakiness was just a part of wearing makeup thank gawd for this vid.
I agree with using oils at night on your face even if your skin type is already oily. It sounds crazy, but basically when you strip the oils from your face, your skin is thirsty af and starts producing excessive oil that ruins ur makeup. Jojoba and Rose oils hydrate your skin and keep your oil production at a normal level. I stopped using neutrogena exfoliating scrubs and my skin has never looked more radiant. My scaring has also decreased from the oils I use nightly. Just thought I'd share. 💕
So true. I use oils or shea butter morning and night and my skin is the best it's been in a loooooooooooong while
Would coconut oil work?
@@abbihope5289 yes personnaly I use it every night before sleeping and a little bit in the morning
I try to tell this to other women ALLLLL the time. They won't listen to me lol. Like they don't understand how using oils will help reduce the oils the face makes. Eventually I just give up. They might learn one day lol
But is it good if its hella oily, Cause my face is oily ☹
You are a God Send for us Oily girls!
Too many of the gurus here have normal to dry skin 😞😞😞
Maria Christina Ruiz
Maria Christina Ruiz I feel you!!! I have SO bad oily skin
Eden Bird use a clay mask once a week and wash your face more often, to reduce oily skin
Claudia C yeah I know I do this as I'm a beauty therapist and make up artist myself
Mel R kathleenlights has dry skin! She has a lot of videos for dry skin
I use nivea after shave for men and it changed my game sooo much... No pimples anymore and so hydrating and makes foundation long lasting. But my skin is so good now, i rarely even need to use foundation any more lol
Rafaela Scheiwiller whoa really??😁
Veer Rohmah yeah^^ there are also tons of ytbers who swear on nivea after shave for men xD
it contains glycerine, which binds very well with the drying ingredients of make up, as ive heard. and because it is there to prevent shaving bumps, it contains a bit of alcohol, which reduces pimples
Rafaela Scheiwiller im going to buy some. yes after shave is the holy grail for priming
wilsonswife85 its truly worth a try ^-^i find good primers are really expensive and since after shave does the trick as well, why not use that?
Hahaha okay.. so I'll try later... 😂😂😂
Out of all the thousands of makeup tutorials I've probably watched over the years, this has to be one of the most informative.
Thank you!
The spray before powder is a game changer. You've saved me.
It works so well doesn't it :) xx
I just followed every single step and OMG! What a difference! My foundation has never looked this good! Ty!! 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗
Those lashes are gorgeous!!
Foundation is still looking cakey around your mouth and nose area. Would also recommend a pore minimizing primer.
Julia V. I agree,m with pire minimizing primer
My beauty secret is two bottles of wine. Girl you won't EVEN care how your foundation looks. Trust me. Holy grail 🙏🏻😇
KamaroPayne 😭😂😂
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Nikkia Joy Gotta go with what works am I right? Hahaha. You guys have the HAPPIEST Holidays. Love and light to you 😘😘😘
KamaroPayne best thing all day was this comment!
lottalii peach Hahaha. Thank YOU!!! I pretty much popped outta my momma being a total smart ass. You made my day 😘😘😘
the silver in the inner corner of the eye is 👎
yeah, it doesn't look good at all
Husna S I actually like it haha
Husna S i kinda like it lol but it kinda looks extra
Husna S I agree. I hate it
Yes! And she didn't even meet the concealer to the corner so skin is still showing! She should have done it last!
Omg I never knew that you should apply primer with a beauty blender!!!! It makes so much sense
Really? I never use a sponge with my primer, it soaks up wayyy to much and doesn't affect the texture at all.
Also I love your videos cause you’re so real and actually showed a close up at the end with no filter or anything. Too many people set unreal expectations of what makeup looks like with blurring filters and what not and it’s so frustrating to look at them and wonder what you’re doing wrong 😭
I find my foundation goes sooooo cakey after powder but if I didn't powder areas I'd feel like they would just slide off if I touched it
Eden Bird I had that issue too, I realized I wasn't waiting long enough for my foundation to dry before adding powder and I was using too much powder, also translucent setting powder has become my best friend lol
SAME
Eden same here grl
I can relate 😂
@@alirothan27 Your comment helped me!!! Ty 🙏
all this time i thought she had on a full face or products. Nikkia your skin is goals
Lol wtf i thought she was in full face and them she put on the primer. #skingoals
I know I thought she was in full makeup to her skin is absolutely gorgeous
Paul Kuijpers she was in her full makeup for the intro, a lot of youtubers and beauty gurus will film that at the end after their makeup is all done. You'll notice the biggest change in the lack of lipstick!(:
Holli Greenacre But when she was first applying the primer her skin already looked perfect
Filters are a wonderful thing for beauty bloggers
Shaz I don't use filters on my videos but thanks for the vote of confidence!
I cannot believe it. I changed my foundation routine based on the advice from this video and holy moly my makeup goes on much smoother and last about 50% longer. I didn't know I had to wait to let products sink in. I just put everything on one after another. The waiting and not rubbing really helps. And for the people with their photoshop comment: you can be salty all you want, but you're missing out on some good info.
Thank you for this posting how to prevent foundation from running. As a nurse and having long shifts at work. It's great to know these tips. I tried your routine this AM and I loved it. Foundations looks light and not Cakie at all.
This is very helpful. To be honest this was relevant to me today. I've been liking how Smashbox Photo Finish Primer goes with my Estée Lauder Double Wear Max coverage foundation, but today I tried to use argan oil prior to priming to moisturize. My makeup didn't last at all. I'm so happy you've taught me something new because I never know when to use setting spray first or powder. Hopefully now that I also bought some toner and moisturizer it'll help because my main concerns are acne scars. The foundation cakes around the acne scars and I hate that.
Hopefully these tricks help you! If you are using an oil in the morning before your makeup (I use mine at night) you definitely need to allow it time to really absorb before going in with foundation :)
Nikkia Joy
So the real question is...do dermatologists HATE her?
Honey Bunny ahhahahhaha
IKR! Her skin care routines and makeup tutorials help so much.😍
I doubt dermatologists even care, they’re doctors, and in my experience, doctors don’t even care about their patients.
Honey Bunny Actually, dermatologists don’t recommend exfoliation at all, beyond washing with a textured wash cloth. It actually slightly damages the top layer of your skin, and many ingredients in skin care items are natural exfoliants; like retinol, glycolic and alpha hydroxy acids.
KamaroPayne dude its a joke 🙂😂
micro beads are dangerous for the environment! switch to the coffee scrub from lush it's the best exfoliant I have ever tried
Missy S really ???
And they're linked directly to cancer! Illegal in a lot of countries.
Missy S absolutely! I even did a research paper on this topic in class the "beads" are made from chemicals and harsh plastics. sugar, brown sugar, coffee and even apricot scrubs are all natural for your face and body and the environment as well! dollar general makes a "knock off" brand of an apricot facial scrub and it's amazing!!
NicRe'Noon_Beauty yes it's banned in a few countries
YES! Microbeads are terrible for the environment (land and ocean) and animals and your skin!
You are my angel! No one has ever explained all of this the way you do. LOVE YOU! Thanks so much!
I tried this a few weeks ago because my face was like that picture: oily and cakey! So those picking on the picture criticising as photoshoped (and it probably is meant to be an example!), the pain is real. So I followed each step 100%. Once I started applying primer with a damp sponge it made such a big difference just as much as the other tips.. I have been doing every step ever since. It does work for me and it makes my not so great foundation look so nice and last so much longer without being a greasy cakey mess!!!!
I kid you not this was the most informative and useful makeup video I've seen on TH-cam. Subscribed
Love love love the tips for super oily skin!! BUT I'm still trying to find tips for under eye texture... do you have any??
I need help with this too! rosehip oil these twice a day has helped, but there is still too much texture there!
Allison Jacobs I need help to 😂
Alyssa S yeah I need help on that too lol I try to use under eye consealer and it just cakes right up! Even if I only use a thin layer! And I use the same consealer as in the video...
Moisturizer is key and wait at least 30/45 minutes after you apply to do your makeup!
Marissa Case try not putting foundation under you eyes and only put concealer under your eyes.
Just a warning everyone! I sell Clarsonics every day, and you should NEVER use scrubs or anything abrasive with your clarsonic. I know Nikkia did not say she did that, but I can see that people might misunderstand!
Victoria Lee why not ?
It's way to harsh and abrasive for your skin. It will damage the moisture barrier and can cause flaking, break outs or rashes. You can use your clarisonic with any normal cleansr though.
Victoria Lee is it bad for ur skin to use a clear sonic everyday
depends on your skin type. But when you first start using it, you should build up tolerance by using it only a few times a week and work your way up to once a day
i do not use face scrubs they make my face burn and feel sore
Finally a beauty video that ACTUALLY gives advice and helps... Most "beauty gurus" will only talk about the products they use or they will just show them their look. I know nothing about makeup so this video is just like yasss!
I'm so glad you found it helpful lovely 😘
Your bare/no makeup skin is FABULOUS GIRL!!!!
You said you deal with acne and other stuff, but to me you have 99.9% perfect skin! I want to have your even tone, smooth textured, zero breakouts, and that youthful glow going on there!! How How How did you get to that point? Thanks so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻!
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I'd strongly advice anyone who uses some face or body scrub with micro beads to learn the detrimental environmental impact for sea life and water, as micro beads have even been banned in some places as it's nothing but plastic. And get something with coffee or fine sand instead like derma e or sukin, etc.
josephine9975 origins modern friction is a little pricey but it's made with rice. it's awesome.
kcjjfjd rkfjfj oh awesome, thanks for the recommendation. I'll check that brand out. I love the microdermabrasion derma e scrub, it's awesome, you can find it at priceline.
josephine9975 I add rice powder to my cleansers. Works perfectly.
lilybeans21 awesome tip, thank you girl xo
josephine9975 real advice!!! So many great alternatives. Microbeads are way overrated. I love the Peekee bar from Drunk Elephant. Leaves the ph in tact.
Good tips! I really like the one about using setting spray before powder--works great! I tend to be very dry but need a powder to keep my makeup looking nice all day, so this trick helps a ton!
I'm so glad it woks for you Denise :)
Thought you were already wearing foundation when you applied the primer! You have lovely skin 👍
Oh thank you so much!! :) x
You're so welcome! Have a wonderful Christmas 💜
HOLYYYYY! I just started using oil and the makeup technique today but omgggg its awesome already!!! Setting spray before powder.. who knew?!?
Do you know that some of the most popular mua's have NEVER mentioned the microexfoliation with a primer and your foundation? In fact, you are the 1st I have ever heard recommend a beauty sponge with your primer. Makes total sense. Thank you so much. At 45 and with super drying skin this might make all the difference to my face.
omg, only at 3:28 I realized that you were not wearing foundation! I'm definitely gonna follow your perfect skin tips girl!
Aww thats very kind! The lights and camera are definitely flattering! My skin is really not perfect!! xx
rosehip oil is one of my staples so many great uses for different areas of the face, and calms my acne
lotuskayj soosn
But it darken skin
I can't click on your foundation videos fast enough, love them!!!
Tina Carey they are so helpful!
I'm so glad you enjoy them 😘
So many beauty gurus and MUA on TH-cam need to watch this!!!!
your skin is literally flawless
Great video. That lipstick is so pretty. What is it?
Hallie Horn They almost look like natural lips. Not sure though.
They really do. I love lipstick that look like your lips but better colors. If she's wearing nothing on her lips I'm totally jealous...lol
Hallie Horn do you mean the lipstick in the beginning ?
Kimberly Yes...it' looks like a pinky preach.
that's her natural lips!! she put lipstick on at the end :0
You are the answer to my cakey problems!!! thank you so much! you're technique works for me. thank you! definitely subscribing...:)
You're so welcome lovely. I'm excited to have you as part of the family yayyy 😘😘
how to stop cakey makeup: photoshop.
Rachelizabeth MarsMom not when ur in public 😂
Rachelizabeth MarsMom Lol
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I feel like foundation just causes breakouts. We should just focus on skin care instead of Trynna cover up
Amy Kim Ugh, these comments. Foundation and other makeup products don't cause breakouts unless there is a harsh chemical in it (like fake foundation), if you forget to take it off before you go to bed, or if the product is expired.
Rachelizabeth MarsMom or that lol
Where have you been my whole life!? I'm so happy I came across your channel. I have such oily skin and this has literally been a game changer for me! Your tips and recommendations are life changing! Thank you!
I'm on a binge on these videos because I'm starting makeup and I m not trying to make mistakes but looking forward to creating so many looks
If I had skin like Nikkia I probably wouldn't wear foundation, it's lovely
Oh thank you so much Michelle! I promise that the lighting and camera is just very forgiving though! xx
(Nikkia Joy:) Hi Nikki your makeup looks flawless you do such great job putting on make up, please post more TH-cam video make up Thanks. I do have a question my skin is really dry and has on my forehead a patches of dark spots pigments so i have to put a moisturiser on my face and take vitamin E every day, but when I put on the liquid foundation and try to blend out it still looks like it Deserter, even made sure that my moisturiser in evenly on my face and dry already when I put foundation. Please help any tips???.!!! Thanks😁😁😁😀
This always happens to me #oilyfaceproblems
It's so annoying isn't it!!
Jeniffer Navarro Same here 😕😄
how to have non- cakey foundation: have smooth skin 🙄
us rough skin people always have cakey foundation because our skin texture. 😟
+Dany Ramsey I have naturally rough skin too! It's about making things as smooth as possible xx
Nikkia Joy yeah don't you love it when they show you something but it has no relevance to why makeup becomes cakes in the first place I mean anyone with smooth skin will have a smooth finish I would of prefer her do a application on someone with rough skin or something then it could of been relatable
Boobie Diaz exactly
Dany true
Dany I highly relate! I just use tons of extremely hydrating masks an peel off masks that will remove the dead skin. And I use exfoliating scrubs often! So hydration and exfoliation is key! Dont forget to use a water based moisturizer because that is what will help your skin the most, and brands that have silicone or other different bases for their moisturizer dont usually soak into the skin, but kind of just sit and dry down onto the skin. Hope that helped! :)
You're really good,i like that you actually explain any litlle details,like why do i have to dab instead of rubbing my foundation onto my skin,and you actually show those movements,you're explicit,so that's why I can say for the first time that this video really help on improving your make-up ''game'',Thank you,I really hope that you will remain always as explicit as you are here.
I used Estée Lauder foundation but found it so cakey, until I watched this video and found out it was the way I was applying it! Thank you so much! I really needed a video like this and it has really helped x
Great video. What about cruelty free? Does anyone stick to this routine. I found that Wet n Wild, NYX, and Milani have good primers and setting spray. Affordable and widely available. Your techniques are really good.
this video is needed, especially with the amounts of product youtubers slap onto their faces! The current beauty trend is crazy.
1st tip to get cakeless foundation: have naturally perfect skin
your accent is so nice to listen to😍 and can we just take a moment to appreciate the fact that this is a very informative video and more than just that, I didn't have to watch concealer be put all over your face! I like never see anyone just use minimal concealer anymore it's always all over the face, love love love!☺☺
I literally just tried everything you suggest and I am so so surprised, I am absolutely in love with what you suggested, I’ve always had a problem with oily skin. I’m not doing anything I used to do ever again! Thank you so much nikkia!!
“Only apply the concealer on ur red spots or where u need it” *puts it all over my face because I have pimples legit everywhere*
I use small amounts of antibiotic cream in spots where I start to break out. Admittedly I don’t have a major problem with it, but it does seem to help keep in from getting worse. It has to be the cream type that’s a lotion and not the greasy petroleum type though. I use Walgreens “Multi-Antibiotic With Pain Relief Cream”. I don’t know if it would help; but since it’s handy to have around the house anyways, it couldn’t hurt to try. Just rub a small amount into affected areas before moisturizing. I hope that’s of benefit to you.
God.
1. The photoshopped thumbnail is to easily and directly advertise the point of the video. You know its photoshop, everyone else knows its photoshop, so why have a cry about it???
2. Nikkia has stated that the product she used didn't use plastic microbeads.
3. Is there a specific reason why you guys have no chill or
VIBuddy even the before photo is photoshopped to enhance the blemishes on her face. some people dont understand advertising.
Brandi Werthner i literally would not have clicked on this video if the thumbnail didnt catch my eye. Cause then i knew what the video would be about, even though i knew obviously her skin wouldn't look like either picture. the premise of the video is exactly what the title states and the thumbnail exaggerates. Having an exaggerated thumbnail is a lot less annoying than having a clickbait title wherein it has almost nothing to do with the video lol
Right!! I agree.
Brandi Werthner Thank you! :)
VIBuddy lol yes. Finally someone sane
You look like Elizabeth Hurley! So pretty! Thanks for the tips :)
I cannot wait to try this method, I have went without wearing foundation for years because of how cakey it appears on my dry skin! Really excited! 😍
i can tell you're naturally beautiful under your makeup and you have no idea how much i wish i could look good without makeup
This is one of my favourite vidz. Soooooo helpful, new subbie
Welcome to the family lovely 😘
Nikka! I love your videos but this one in particular.... omg. your in point with this one. these tips really work and I am loving it! ty!
your videos are so helpful thank you so much! i love how you just get to the point your videos have really helped me I appreciate it! ❤️❤️
You are so welcome!! I'm so happy you are enjoying them :) xx
I find it too that it is always good to give breathing time between your skin care applications and makeup. I also give a few minutes for my Primer to sink in before foundation. After setting my foundation, I also give it another few minutes before I actually put anything else. Giving time in between these applications really does help.
So far, this has been the most helpful video I have come across (out of about 15). She is full of pointers the whole way through for various problems one can encounter with wearing foundation. She walks through the steps and addresses potential problems as they are likely to occur in the process of applying foundation. I appreciate her addressing problems for varieties of skin types, not just her own. I have very dry skin and recently discovered that applying oil a few times before applying foundation is very effective in combatting cakiness. She offered this remedy early on and elaborated on the best oil to use, when to use it, and what it will achieve. THANK YOU:)
ALWAYS when I'm running late and don't have time to fix it so I just pray to god no one comes close to me that day haha
Haha I hear you girl!! It always happens when you least want it to haha!! :P x
I need help, guys! I get REALLY bad creasing around my nostrils. I don't know how to prevent it.
Destinaro. [: i get this too :((( i've tried powder & setting spray but nothing seems to help
Same here! I don't know why it gets so bad. I try to use less foundation around my nose but it doesn't help either.
Destinaro. [: Unfortunately there are no ways I've totally discovered. BUT pore primers tend to help
Destinaro. [: what i do when it start creasing is just to tap compact powder around the area. It doesn't do much but at least, not that obvious 😊 hope it helps
I found the bourjois healthy mix foundation doesn't crease these, where all my others do. Maybe try a different foundation? Also, powdering there as soon as the foundation is set helps too.
Nikkia, as far as a cream cleansers, which would you highly recommend from the drugstore? Also, how long have you been using the Rimmel primer and do you have problems with breakouts? I ask, only because I thought the hourglass mineral veil was your holy grail.?. After cleansing your face do you only use a moisturizer, or do apply any other skin care products prior to your primer? Thanks lovely and for the great video! As always, your are stunningly beautiful!!💕
I looooove that pink eyeshadow!! BEAUTIFUL!
I like how you just do things your way and don't follow the 'rules' you just go with what you think works we need more of you
I have a hormone disorder, it doesn't matter how much I wash or what I use, I have acne. I have combination skin and crazy rosacea problems. I feel like there's no way to hide the patchiness.
Tosha P same here!!😭😭
Tosha P have you tried seeing a dermatologist to see if they can help
Tosha P I had really bad hormonal acne on my chin and I researched like months and found something that worked . I use thoroughly clean face wash by desert essence which is online or vitamin shoppe..this has been the best face wash ever and I tried way too many. Since it's hormones I took d.i.m it's a supplement and does many things but you should obviously research it and see if it's something you could take .another supplement for hormone acne is vitex and I didn't take it everyday only a few times a week and borage oil. Borage oil is amazing ! I don't take the d.i.m or vitex since I don't need it anymore but I take the borage oil and you can even use it on your face. I break the capsule and use it at night . It really helpled and took my acne away in a month and it was bad like I didn't want to leave my house bad. Hope something helps! ☺️
I struggle with the same kind of problems, I mostly use Kiehl's products, their calendula gel cleanser and calendula toner (both formulated for sensitive skin and without any alcohol), their hydroplumping serum to hydrate and their cilantro and rare earth masks (once a week). For actual moisturizer, the only thing that has worked for me and has helped with my rosacea (broken capillaries, texture, redness) has been the gel cream by La Mer. For sun protection/primer I use the hourglass veil mineral primer (works wonders and makes your makeup waterproof). Hope this helps.
LeeAnn Star where can I get it
I love all your make up tips they've really helped me so thank you ❤️❤️
I'm so happy that I have been able to help you! You are so welcome :) x
You should do a skin care routine for morning and night. I have oily and acne prone skin.😕
I've got one coming :)
I've tried it today and it worked! Thank you!
I absolutely love the lipstick color you used in this look!!! 😍😍😍
I Love Ur Tips! But, I Remember My Setting Spray Making My Look More Cakey And Worse😢 Anyone With This Similar Experience?
deewani samiya not sure if most people already know this but a setting & fixing sprays are 2 different sprays - a setting sprays melts ur makeup layers into 1 layer, and makes that layer last, while a fixing spray freezes ur makeup (or so to speak) so it doesnr move
Michael Alastair Oh, Didn't Knew That Before, Thanks Though.
I Tried Using A Make Up Fixer😅
Is That The Reason Of Cakey Face?
deewani samiya it shouldnt be! i use a fixing spray and personally i dont have an issue, maybe its just me or it could be smtg else in your routine?
you can put on your setting spray before applying foundation
when choosing primers or setting sprays you do have to take in account what type of skin you have, and what type of setting spray you use. Personally, I have super oily/red skin so I avoid ones that give more shine to my face, and settle for ones that are cooling+non-illuminating.
Your thumbnail 😔 it's photoshopped click bait. It's the exact same photo with misleading "air brushing". thought you were better than that, so disappointed.
sunneer the video isn't about the thumbnail, it's about how not to get cakey foundation
+sunneer Ok we need to talk about some things. Firstly - click bait refers to something that does not accurately reflect the content you are watching. Therefore the thumbnail is not 'click bait'. Secondly - it's actually the photo on the left that has had the sharpness/clarity turned up so that you see the texture in the skin. Thirdly - your comment that you are 'so disappointed in me' for adding amusing dramatisation to a photo to benefit my audience and you 'thought I was better than that' - that's a little over the top and a funny photo on the internet is not in any way a representation of who I am as a person. Have a great day!
Nikkia Joy - I agree that your definition of click bait is one form but I also think it can include a wide variety of intentionally misleading photos, tag lines etc. that over exaggerates. The fact that your before and after pics are photoshopped defeats the entire purpose of a before and after. I would guess that the majority of viewers thought the before was an actual, unaltered picture of your skin. I do appreciate your honesty in saying you altered the before photo though.
Nikkia Joy yassss slay queen tell those haters! ✨✨✨👏👏👏
The amazing phandom Is not on fire - lol. I'm actually not a "hater" at all but okay.
Any suggestions as to why my foundation seems to come off and look patchy on my nose. It drives me crazy!lol
Jennifer Escudero she has a video on that.
+Jennifer Escudero, OMG i know right!!!! My foundation is always coming off my nose, within a few hours!! It is so annoying.
Ive wtched your videos for ages, and this particular one loads of times, and ive JUST NOW realised that you have a khloe kadashian vibe about you, especially in the close ups at the end!
I just paused at 1:32 FINALLY someone gets it!! Using a cream cleanser for oily skin I'm so excited you said this!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻 now I must continue watching lolll xoxo
U have very nice skin
lol same picture in the thumbnail but the "non cakey" side is airbrushed ...
Makeup 4 Ever was thinking that too
Makeup 4 Ever actually the cakes side was edited too look worse too, for effect...whys it a problem?
You're so pretty wowow
Your skin is literally GOALS!!!🙌🙌🙌
You saved my life! I was starting to give up on contouring but I just did this and took like 1000 selfies :)
You are so beautiful! Thanks for the great advice.
Thank you so much! I'm so glad it helped you x
It still seems cakey. No hate, but I feel like in real life it'd look like 5 layers applied.
So using concealer on rosea but only use it where I need it. I need it all over my cheeks any suggestions
Carrie Ensinger try a green color corrector it's what helped me
sky cloud so what is the best and easiest to apply without being cakey
Carrie Ensinger The makeup forever green correcting primer is good but so is the nyx one
I love how thorough u are! Love ur eye makeup!!
Trying this tomorrow because holy hell her foundation is flawless
i heard face brushes are too "strong" for the face?
Mettboss chan, don't rub the brush into your skin, dab it on with the brush like a beauty blender. I have dry flaky skin and I hate beauty blenders, I use a brush to get more full coverage and they come in many different sizes for all over your face.
aptitude
I can’t use them either for setting I will fuck all my shit up
That thumbnail is scary. Good tips and tricks❤️
Haha tell me about it 😜
What happened to the inner corner of your eyes?
+Michelle Fish its glitter!!😂
Michelle Fish yeah that is not a good or flattering look!! her eyes look red and it gives the illusion she has been crying. ?
Truth Seeker her eyes are red most likely from lashes, it's not that they appear that way they actually are
wow! I love this vid. You have great personality and manage to be give great advice in a concise manner that is not slow and tedious, nor terribly boring. Kudos.
I instantly fell in love with this girl, and her makeup!!! Awesome tutorial!!! I learned some things I'd been wondering about
Thank you so much Kandi! So glad to hear you enjoyed it :) xx
Nikkia Joy Your'e so welcome Nikkia! I did, very much. Especially with your lovely accent!
Dont know why but you remind me of khloe kardashian!
she reminds me of sophia grace lmaoo
Drying out oily skin is not a good idea.
Exactly!! Drying it out is the worst idea!!
OMG the thumbnail though. 😨😨😨😂😂😂
This video is very clear and useful! One of the best I've seen about this issue.
Plus I just realized I've been using the wrong brush for my powder !
I'm so happy you found it helpful :) xx
dang her eyes are everything!! so beautiful