Easy Tips For Applying Foundation in Winter?

Foundation in winter

Do you change the way you apply foundation in winter? The skincare and makeup we use can change massively as the weather changes. Especially in the winter months, your skin is already suffering due to temperature changes – it does not need products that will dry it out even more. Think creamier textures, less exfoliating ingredients and more nourishment.

But when it comes to foundation, does the way we use it also have to change? Turns out, if you don’t prep your skin well or choose the wrong type of formula, it can dampen your winter makeup look.

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Three Dermablend Makeup Products You Need

Dermablend cover creme toasted brown

Have you tried our popular Dermablend Cover Creme Toasted Brown foundation? Here at Cosmetics Now, we have a number of amazing skincare products in our Australian online store. However, when it comes to one of our more popular brands, you cannot go past Dermablend.

Created by American dermatologist Dr. Craig Roberts, who was frustrated by the limitations of skincare to completely heal his patients. Dermablend is a combination of dermatology and makeup artistry. 

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Shiseido Skincare That Deserves All The Hype

Shiseido skincare x Cosmetics Now

Have you heard of Shiseido skincare? Finding the perfect skincare product is much harder than it seems so when you find a brand that everyone raves about, it’s worth exploring more. Enter Shiseido, a Japanese skincare & cosmetic giant that takes fool-proof formulas and combines them with tested traditions and innovations.

Shiseido has history embossed in their products. The brand started in 1872 in Ginza, Tokyo, as the first western-style private pharmaceutical company in Japan. Their consistent innovation led them from releasing the first toothpaste in Japan to a globally renowned cosmetic brand. The brand aimed to mix tradition, aesthetics and western science, to build the founding principles for most of its skincare. Fun fact: Shiseido formulated the 4-step skincare routine that is now quintessential to our regimens!

Founded to innovate beauty for the world, here are five Shiseido products that deserve all the hype they’re getting. Take note, and make sure to add these to your skincare routine!

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The Cosmetics Now Edit: Our Favourite Winter Fragrances For Women

Cosmetics Now Perfume

We at Cosmetics Now love our fragrances. Whether it’s down to the mood, occasion, favourite notes or even the season, there’s always a good reason to buy new perfume! Do you change your fragrance with the weather? Turns out, scents are made to evoke certain emotions and hence changing your fragrance with the weather may actually help with your mood. Here are our favourite winter fragrances on Cosmetics Now that will bring forth the right winter mood for you – warm, embracing and ones to get you plenty of compliments!

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Korean Beauty Made Simple With 5 Easy Steps

Korean beauty and skincare

Don’t have time for a multi-step Korean beauty routine? Fret not, as we’ve done all the hard work for you and picked the most important steps in a Korean skincare routine. And while a typical Korean beauty routine consists of more than ten steps, we’ve narrowed it down to 5 uncomplicated, easy-to-follow ones. Just remember to embrace layering and be open to trying new textures and products – we promise there’s better skin at the end of it!

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Hyaluronic Acid And Why You Need It In Your Skincare!

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is one of the skincare ingredients you’ll see almost everywhere. With almost every beauty product and skincare brand embracing this holy grail humectant, chances are you already use it. But, what is it about hyaluronic acid that makes it so exceptional? We give you the exact details on this skincare powerhouse and why you should consistently use it for better results.

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How to Use Camo Foundation and Makeup

Camp makeup

Camo foundation or camouflage makeup is very much like high-end makeup…but better! It essentially gives you up to 10 times more pigmentation than any other makeup product. Its ingredients render it longer-lasting, and waterproof if applied correctly.

Technically, camo makeup products are ‘paramedical’ products, and therefore they’re tested to a higher standard than regular ones. This means that you should never be worried about suffering from any allergic reactions or break-outs from using it. 

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The Right Way To Apply Concealer

Concealer x nars concealer

We love a good coverage product, like the iconic Nars concealer! A concealer is comparable to a foundation except that it is more powerful and versatile: it covers your dark spots, scars, and blemishes. And on days when you don’t want to apply foundation, using just a concealer will do. But, aside from tucking insecurities away, concealers also do a great job of highlighting and reshaping. 

Here’s the ultimate cheat sheet to concealers— from choosing the right shade to proper blending, we have it all covered (no pun intended): 

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How To Shop For Foundation Online?

How to shop for foundation online?

Are you hesitating to buy a foundation online? These days, online shopping is the most convenient way to get essentials— all it takes are a few clicks, and waiting for the goods to arrive at your doorstep. But, quite often, what you see online is not what you get. Case in point: buying make-up such as foundation online. There are colour differences due to lighting and screen settings, and you cannot swatch them on your skin like a physical store.

Don’t worry, though, as we have listed down tips and guidelines on how to get the perfect shade of foundation online. Read on to find out more!

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Kerastase Shampoo – Which One Is Right For You?

Kerastase shampoo types

As one of the top luxury haircare brands in the world, Kerastase shampoo is an essential for every salon and home. Developed after years of research and innovation, Kerastase designs products that work for every single hair type. Don’t know which of their shampoos to buy? We give you a simplistic guide on buying a Kerastase shampoo and knowing which one is most suited to your hair!

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