Baking is when you apply a thick layer of loose powder over liquid foundation/concealer in areas where creasing may occur. I press the power on with my fingers or a damp sponge, leave it be for 5-10 minutes, then brush off the excess powder. I don’t quite get the science behind it, I think it absorbs excess oil and settles into fine lines? I believe it was originally a drag/theater technique for longevity under hot sweaty lights. It definitely prevents creasing for me and makes my makeup last longer! It can help stop mascara from smudging too.

I’ve heard some people say it dries them out too much, but I have oily skin so it’s great for me! I also like the matte effect it gives, so it might not be for you if you like the dewy look.

If I’m showering:

-Skincare

-Blow dry hair while moisturizer settles in

-Prep eyelids with primer, color corrector, concealer & setting power in that order.

-Eyeshadow on the lids to prevent fallout, especially if using sparkles or any black

-Primer

-Color corrector

-Foundation

-Concealer

-Setting Powder

-Bake my undereyes creases and smile lines while I get dressed

-Undereye eyeshadow

-Eyeliner

-Highlight

-Contour

-Bronzor (if using)

-Blush (blends out the highlight and top of the cheek contour)

-Lips

-Brows

-Setting Spray

-Mascara

That’s for a full face, anyway. For a daily casual look it’s just:

-Primer

-Color Corrector

-Concealer

-Setting Powder

-Bake while getting dressed

-Eyeshadow (optional)

-Eyeliner (optional)

-Lips (optional)

-Mascara