Q&A for How to Apply Makeup to Dry Skin

The great thing about dry skin is that you can always add moisture. Try a deep moisturizer, smoothing moisturizer, or even a moisturizing oil. They'll all nourish your skin, and your makeup will go on really smoothly on top of that.

Pick either a thick foundation that matches your skin type or use a concealer that is buildable -- but remember that when you wear makeup throughout the day, it can wear off, so you'll want to bring the concealer to touch up.

Use moisturizers with oils in it (almond oil, jojoba oil, sesame seed oil etc). It is important to use a non-comedogenic moisturizer so it won't cause acne. If you are using the moisturizer for nighttime, use oils; if you are looking for moisturizers for daytime, buy non-comedogenic types for your age and skin type.

Lip liner! Line your lips with lip liner, color your lips in, and then apply the lipstick on top.

Yes, you use moisturizer before applying primer. You put it on, then wait a couple of minutes to let it absorb into your skin.

Try spraying your beauty blender or brush with setting spray then patting it over your under eye make up before applying your powder.

First of all, make sure you have high quality makeup. Second, use a primer before applying foundation and an eyeshadow primer before applying eyeshadow. Third, use a setting spray or a setting powder after. Another method you could try is baking, where you pack translucent powder onto your forehead, bridge of nose, underyes, chin and under your cheekbones.

Put moisturizer on first and use a good primer. I used a Smashbox one and my skin was instantly soft and smooth.

Make sure you apply a tacky primer before foundation, powder on top of the foundation and setting spray, you should be fine. If you find that you get too oily, try baking if you have time (look it up on YouTube).

Any foundation and primer would not do you much harm. You can even mix moisturizer with your primer and this will really help your dry skin.

Try a hydrating night cream as well and use a gentle exfoliator a few times a week.

You'd apply primer but you don't have to because it's much lighter than a foundation, then use the CC cream, then concealer, then powder. You wouldn't use foundation at all.

Absolutely, but if you have dry skin this may not be the best. Instead, you should just set it with a setting spray.

Building up moisture before applying makeup will give your skin natural luminosity. This means layering a hydrating mist or serum and following it up with a moisturizer. After that, using a luminizing primer or foundation will give you an all-over glow, while a liquid highlighter can give a more targeted glow.

You could use a tinted moisturizer. It's lighter weight and less coverage than a foundation and it doesn't require a primer. A primer doesn't usually have any weight, so it doesn't feel like you're wearing anything. It's the foundation that'll have a "makeup feeling", if you will.

You will have to find the brands that work best for your skin type and personal needs. You can go to a makeup counter at Sephora or similar stores to try several different brands, before you purchase any.

Instead of using a makeup pad, use your fingers to smooth out the lines of your concealer. It will solve the creasing and give you a nice natural tone.

No, definitely not. Those foundations have a lot of chemicals and substances that'll make your skin react badly, possibly even creating more acne. Go for foundations that don't have so many ingredients that can make your dry skin and acne worse.

Apply primer that hydrates the skin then a thin layer of foundation and afterwards, add a layer of a bright concealer. Or, apply a little bit of red lipstick under your eyes, then do your makeup routine and cover the red lipstick with a bright concealer. Remember that when applying the red lippie, less is more.

Try using cream/liquid foundation from MAC. Prior to putting on the foundation, use a moisturizer and primer.

Use your moisturizer first, then sunscreen (or use a moisturizer with SPF included). Then, you can use a hydrating primer on top or directly apply a hydrating foundation of your choice. Make sure to properly clean your face in the evening and use a hydrating serum and cream at night.

Yes, if it is the right kind of toner. Look for toners that contain soothing and hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, vitamin E, chamomile and antioxidants like green tea. Make sure you use the toner after cleansing your face and before putting on a good moisturizing cream.

Moisture is key, so always make sure you start with a moisturizer that’s hydrating. Stimulate your face with a quick massage at night or before applying the product to get the blood flowing and add a bit of glow to the skin. Apply little foundation (less is more!), and go for a light-weight hydrating cream foundation which promises glow or a dewy finish. Press the product into your skin with your warm fingers or a damp beauty sponge. A light blush or bronzer and a hydrating rosy or peachy lip color can bring some youth into your look. Fill in your brows with a light color and use some mascara if you like.

Try using a hydrating moisturiser beforehand, as your skin is almost 'drinking' up the makeup as the day goes on (or in this case after it is applied).

It depends on how your moisturizer and concealer interact with each other. Some ingredients will counteract each other, separating on the skin and making it look scaly. Test it out on your hand before trying it on your face to see if you're happy with how it looks. Another alternative is applying a hydrating primer or moisturizer prior to applying concealer. Using a hydrating or dewy concealer may also help reduce the dry appearance.

Incorporating SPF into your daily skincare regimen will help protect your skin cells, even if you're not directly in the sun for very long. Using hydrating primers and moisturizers can also bring some glow back into your skin. Consider using a color corrector with a lavender or apricot shade (depending on your skin tone) underneath foundation/concealer to brighten the skin.

Yes, you can. Choose primers that make your skin feel fresh and more hydrated. This can be especially good if you are putting a layer of foundation on.