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That's all due to a fun little chemical reaction called oxidation, and it doesn't only apply to food—it can happen to your foundation , too. Chemically, oxidation occurs when a chemical reacts with another molecule and then loses some of its electrons, increasing its oxidation state or oxidation number. In cosmetics, this can result in color and consistency changes. So, you know how your foundation looked perfectly matched and natural when you ran out the door, but a quick middle-of-the-day mirror glance left you looking a little orange?
Well, oxidation might be to blame. Many contributing factors may cause your foundation to oxidize— skin texture , cleanliness, natural oils, and even the way a foundation appears once it is applied, dries, and is mixed with oxygen.
Luckily, there are things you can do to prevent this. Ahead, read our expert tips to prevent your foundation from oxidizing. Meet the Expert. This may seem like a no-brainer, but clean skin is healthy skin, and healthy skin is happy skin. Don't even think about applying foundation on an unwashed face or worse—over yesterday's makeup! That's just asking for mismatched tones and a host of other problems.
Be sure to cleanse your face each morning, before applying any product or makeup. Before you apply moisturizer, don't skip this important skin care tip. Swiping on a facial toner will help to balance the pH of your skin while also absorbing excess oil your cleanser may have left behind. Zeichner explains that foundation oxidation "occurs more commonly in people who have oily skin," so eliminating excess oil as much as you can prior to application is an important first step to preserve the integrity of the color.
Zeichner says that properly applying a primer to your skin pre-foundation, may help absorb excess oil while also creating a neutralized base layer for your foundation to bind to. Greenberg recommends opting for water-based or more naturally composed skincare formulas that are light on the oil while still being effective and hydrating. The more you can avoid oil-based products, the less of a risk you'll run of having your foundation changing things up on you.
All this talk about how foundation oxidizes, but the battle begins with the foundation itself, and fInding the right foundation for you is key.
Greenberg explains that not all foundations oxidize—and it's a matter of trial and error to find the right one for you and your skin in the first place. Applying your skincare is only half the battle. Ensuring it is properly absorbed and not just sitting on your skin's surface is important to not only ensure it's effective but also to make sure your face is as clean as possible before applying foundation.
It also feels amazing. Because the oils and other contaminants from your hands can cause reactions within your foundation bottle, it's important to use an applicator sponge or foundation brush and never your fingers or hands. Doing so will not only result in a smoother and more flawless application but, Zeichner says, will also preserve the integrity of your foundation and prevent oxidation.
If you're using a beautyblender, be sure to dampen it prior to makeup application for the most natural results. It turns out that turning into a sunshine state shade of mandarin has a technical term, and that technical term is called oxidization. But what does that really mean?
I got the skinny from celebrity and editorial makeup artist, Neil Scibelli. First of all, Scibelli tells me that oxidization typically happens on a more oily-prone skin type and is caused by the chemicals and ingredients interacting with oils on our skin—and it can result in your base turning darker, orangey, and even grey.
So how do you avoid this? If you have an event that's indoors and at nighttime, he tells us you can avoid using foundations with SPF built-in.
Another thing to note, this could help prevent flashbacks in photos!
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