Prepping your skin before makeup is an incredibly important step. It can affect how your makeup applies and how long it lasts. Despite this, many people skip the prep step altogether. “This is one thing I never rush during a makeup booking!” makeup artist Michael Brown recently told POPSUGAR Australia.
“It can seem timely, but it actually helps makeup application so much. I find I use way less product, as the textures bond together so well and then there’s the long-lasting aspect also. You’ll look fresher and have longer-lasting results, so I mean it’s a given, right?”
One of the cult products you need to add to your prep kit is M·A·C’s Prep + Prime Fix+ ($40). This lightweight mist is the definition of a multipurpose product. Infused with green tea, chamomile and cucumber, this baby creates the perfect canvas for makeup, leaving skin smooth and even.
It also provides a burst of hydration to your complexion, which is great for those with parched skin. Simply hold the bottle away from the face and spritz evenly before going in with your base products. Alternatively, Fix+ can also be used to set your makeup and lock it in place, or as a way to refresh makeup throughout the day. What can’t she do?!
Another fun way to use this mist is to tone down blush or powder products. If you went a little heavy on the blush, spray a little Fix+ onto a sponge and dab at the area which helps remove a little of the product without smudging your makeup. To amp up your eyeshadow colour, on the other hand, mix your powder shadow with a little Fix+ and it intensifies the pigment.
So, now that you’re won over by the many wonderful ways to use Fix+, we have some great news: you can currently score a free full-size Prep + Prime Fix+ when you purchase a M·A·C foundation. Simply add a foundation to your cart and upon checkout, your free Fix+ will be included. No code needed. We love a free product moment!
