Flawless makeup starts before foundation ever touches your face.

If your complexion products aren’t blending smoothly, lasting long, or sitting evenly, chances are your skin prep isn’t doing enough. When I want makeup to look seamless and stay put, these are the three essentials I rely on!

1. Fresh Kombucha Face Treatment Essence — Radiance + Balance

This essence gives the skin a hydrated, plump base that makes makeup glide on effortlessly. It helps smooth texture, adds a natural glow, and preps the skin so products layer beautifully. A few presses into the skin make a noticeable difference.

2. Thayers Toner — Gentle Refresh + Softening

A great middle step that refreshes the skin without stripping it. It balances, calms, and creates a smooth canvas for moisturizers and primers. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and helps keep makeup from clinging to dry patches.

3. Summer Fridays Moisturizer — Hydration + Grip for Makeup

This moisturizer delivers the perfect level of hydration without heaviness. It softens, nourishes, and gives the skin that slightly dewy, healthy look makeup loves. Foundation sits more evenly and stays fresher throughout the day.

Using the right skin-prep products can completely elevate your makeup routine. This trio—an essence for glow, a toner for balance, and a moisturizer for hydration—creates a smooth, flexible base that helps makeup apply flawlessly and last longer. If you want recommendations tailored to your skin type or makeup style, I can help refine your routine!