With the Christmas party season in full swing and glam outfits and bombshell hairdos forming this month's uniform, the last thing you want is for your makeup to ruin your look.
Chilly weather can be a makeup user's biggest bugbear, thanks to dry skin, runny noses, and the potential for foundation to stain your favourite cashmere scarf.
So, to prevent makeup disaster this winter, GB News spoke exclusively to Cult Beauty makeup artist Amy Rostas about how women can maintain a gorgeous look no matter the weather.
First, she advised women to prepare in advance for runny eyes and noses. The eyes water during chilly temperatures because the cold air dries them out, and the body tries to protect them by producing more tears.
In a similar vein, cold air dries and irritates the nose, signalling the body to make extra mucus to protect and warm it. Enter: a runny nose and eyes.
"This can be a real makeup nightmare," Ms Rostas warned. "To keep your look intact, opt for waterproof or long-wear foundation and mascara, which stay put even if you are sneezing or blowing your nose."
"Lightly set your foundation with a translucent, hydrating powder to prevent smudging without drying out your skin," she continued.
'To keep your look intact, opt for waterproof or long-wear foundation and mascara'
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The beauty guru also advised makeup users to keep tissues nearby, urging them to dab gently to avoid disturbing their makeup.
"A little extra setting spray also helps lock everything in for those emotional, sniffly days," she added.
As well as keeping runny eyes and noses in check, the makeup artist urged women to avoid getting cosmetics on their clothes. (And with cold temperatures almost guaranteed at this time of year, you'll likely be wearing plenty of layers around your face.)
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Makeup users should apply a primer to areas prone to transfer, such as their cheeks or chin
| GETTY"Nothing is worse than makeup transferring onto your favourite jumper or scarf," Ms Rostas said.
To avoid unwanted movement, the expert explained that pre-makeup prep is paramount, advising women to use a primer on areas prone to transfer, such as their cheeks or chin.
What you do post-makeup is equally crucial, with the MUA suggesting the use of a long-lasting, matte setting spray to "help makeup stay in place". "This will keep you looking flawless," she added.
Throughout the day, makeup users should avoid touching their face and resist the urge to constantly check their reflection, as "less handling means less transfer", Ms Rostas confirmed.
"If you are worried about makeup on your collar or scarf, lightly dust a translucent powder over those areas or spritz with a fixative spray to lock everything in place," she concluded.
Looking to further elevate your look? The makeup artist previously spoke to GB News about how women can create a beautiful canvas, revealing that the best routine starts long before applying foundation.
She also shared the eye makeup techniques that help your eyes remain defined and gorgeous – "no matter what the weather throws at you".
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