It’s nice to put on makeup for special occasions but if you wear it every day it can clog the pores and increase the likelihood of developing fine lines. This post contains seven top tips to stop wearing makeup and get naturally healthier, glowing skin.
A 2019 survey of British women revealed that 60% wore makeup on a weekly basis and 28% wore it every single day. Evidence has suggested that wearing makeup can actually be a threat to mental wellbeing if women use it as a way of hiding their faces.
The sad truth is there are a lot of women who won’t leave the house without makeup because they are ashamed of their true appearance. Unfortunately the makeup industry relies on these insecurities to sell their products.
If you are one of those women who relies on makeup to cover your skin I want to show you that it is possible to wake up every day with flawless skin without having to put on foundation!
This post is all about how to stop wearing makeup and get beautiful skin
How to Stop Wearing Makeup
7 Tips to Get Glowing Skin so You Can Stop Wearing Makeup
If you wear a lot of makeup it can leave your skin dry and in the long run promote line fines. Also at the end of the day if you don’t completely remove all the makeup it could clog your pores and cause acne or other skin problems.
There are ways to get good skin which is healthy, pink and glowing and doesn’t need to be covered up with makeup. These seven tips will help you enhance your natural beauty and give you the confidence to take a makeup break.
1. Replenish Your Skin Weekly with a Mask
The Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque is excellent for reviving tired skin. It is a rich creamy mask that you apply to your skin once a week for 15 minutes.
It is designed for dry, dehydrated, or photodamaged skin. I found after using it that the next day my skin looked fresh, smooth and hydrated. It contains vitamins A, C, E, and F (also known as linoleic acid).
When you start to use this mask regularly you will notice that your skin becomes plumper and more supple. It also calms any redness. When I first used it I didn’t notice the effects until the following morning. If you want to stop wearing foundation this product is essential to keep your complexion even and your skin looking fresh.
2. Use a Serum With Hyaluronic Acid to Keep Your Skin Hydrated
The Hada Labo Tokyo Anti-Aging Super Hydrator is a brilliant all round serum that provides hydration as well as anti-aging retinol and collagen. I wrote about this product in my post on Japan’s Number 1 Skincare Line.
Apply this serum onto your skin as the first step in your skincare routine. It will completely absorb into the skin leaving it extremely hydrated.
All Hada Labo products contain three different molecule sizes of hyaluronic acid which are designed to rehydrate the skin at multiple levels. Hada Labo products are so effective they have become the best selling skincare range in Japan.
3. Use a Good Moisturiser to Keep Your Skin Soft
The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream is excellent if you want to stop wearing foundation. Of all the moisturisers I have tested out this one has made the biggest difference to my skin.
This gel cream protects, moisturises, softens and firms the skin and contains face sculpting proteins. It also leaves a matte finish on your face which is perfect if you are looking for alternatives to wearing makeup.
This is an affordable moisturiser to add to your beauty routine. It won’t leave any greasy residue on the skin giving you the confidence to go out with a bare face.
4. Add Topical Vitamin D to Your Skincare Routine
This is probably the skincare step you didn’t know you needed! Vitamin D when applied topically helps to reduce oxidative damage to lipids within the skin and maintains your skin’s elasticity and suppleness.
Vitamin D also supports the overall health of the skin including normal skin cell division, growth and repair. The Zelens Power D High Potency Provitamin D Treatment Drops is a product that completely transformed my skin. It fortifies your skin barrier and helps to build your skin’s resilience.
This product contains Provitamin D which is the most important molecule in the synthesis of Vitamin D. Provitamin D is already naturally present in your skin as a precursor of Vitamin D and is converted to Vitamin D3 in sunlight.
5. Improve Your Skin’s Circulation With a Daily Face Massage
Use a facial roller or Gua Sha to improve your skin’s circulation and assist with lymphatic drainage. Regular use of a Jade Roller or Gua Sha will reduce puffiness and make your skin appear more toned and even.
Gua Sha have also been used for face slimming. There are different stones used for facial roller and Gua Sha depending on the condition you want to treat. The most commonly used stones are jade, rose quartz and amethyst.
If you looking for how to stop wearing makeup then I recommend the amethyst roller since this stone is particularly effective at leaving your skin completely flawless.
6. Use Blue Light to Eliminate Bacteria From the Skin
If you are worried about needing to cover up acne with makeup you should order a blue light device. Check out this study which shows a significant difference in acne lesions after only two blue light treatments.
It is now possible to use blue light therapy without having to go to a dermatologist. The Tria Beauty Acne Clearing Blue Light can be safely used at home.
How to Use Tria Blue Light
When you hold the device against your face the blue light will come on. The device has a 3 minute timer and a sound will alert you once you are half way through your treatment.
The blue light eliminates acne-causing bacteria and clears up blemishes. You will notice a different almost overnight and your skin will look significantly clearer after a couple of weeks.
7. Supplement with Vitamin C & Hyaluronic Acid
If you want to stop wearing makeup there are two supplements that will make your skin appear more elastic and plumped up: Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin C.
The Hyaluronic Acid I recommend is by Wild Nutrition. Wild Nutrition’s supplements contain extra low weight hyaluronic acid which has been clinically proven to reach the skin surface. By having extra low weight it ensures optimum absorption in the skin layer. Any fine lines on your skin will be reduced.
The vitamin C I recommend is by Altrient since it contains liposomal Vitamin C that is encapsulated in lipids which stops the body from eliminating it.
The particular form of Vitamin C in this supplement has been proven to increase the elasticity of the skin over time. A study showed that over 16 weeks this supplement can increase your skin’s firmness and elasticity by 61.4%.
It also leads to a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on both the face and body. You can read the study that was done here.
Benefits of Not Wearing Makeup
Other than improving the quality of your skin there are other benefits when you stop wearing makeup.
You are Less Likely to Have Allergic Reactions
Many cosmetics contain allergens. If you have particularly sensitive skin or are prone to allergic reactions it would be good to have a makeup-less face for a while
You Don’t Have to Regularly Clean Your Makeup Brushes
If you are wearing less makeup you won’t have the hassle of having to clean your makeup brushes. If you are wearing makeup every day you should be cleaning your brushes every seven to ten days to protect your skin from the harmful bacteria that can linger on them.
When you Stop Wearing Makeup You Don’t Spend as Much Money
Beauty products are not cheap and a full face of makeup can be expensive especially if you are wearing makeup every day. A lot of people don’t actually realise the amount of money they are spending on makeup products every month until they stop. An average makeup bag of products can cost around £300!
When You Stop Wearing Makeup it Boosts Your Confidence
A study presented at the American Psychological Association showed that when women looked at themselves in the mirror without makeup on every day for two weeks, they became more confident and self-compassionate. The basic law of behavioral psychology states that the more often you see something that’s uncomfortable to you, the easier it will be.
Women who have become used to seeing their face covered in makeup on a daily basis become uncomfortable when they see their natural face. When you stop wearing makeup and get used to seeing your naked face every day it can boost your confidence and self-esteem and make you feel comfortable in your own skin.
Tips for When You First Stop Wearing Makeup
When you first stop wearing makeup in can be hard because you’re not used to seeing yourself in your natural state. It may be easier if you do the process gradually over time, each day not wearing as much makeup as the day before. There are also some makeup products you make wish to keep in your routine such as lip gloss or lip balm which can be useful in preventing dry and cracked lips.
In the first couple of weeks decide which cosmetic products would be easiest to remove from your routine of wearing makeup. Start by eliminating these. As you eliminate each product spend more time and energy on your skin care routine.
If you use makeup to hide dark circles or uneven complexion try doing a detox to eliminate toxins from your system. A detox diet can help to eliminate the toxins which may be causing the dark circles and dull skin.
FAQs on How to Stop Wearing Makeup
What happens when you stop wearing foundation?
If you wear foundation every day it is possible your pores could get clogged up. When you stop wearing foundation you will see your pores get smaller as they are no longer clogged. You skin may also appear clearer.
How can I stop wearing foundation?
Start prioritising your skin care. If you look after your skin well you will have less reason to cover it up with foundation. Following the 7 steps in this post will help you achieve flawless skin.
What can I wear instead of foundation?
If you want to wear something other than foundation you could always try a tinted moisturiser, BB or CC cream. I recommend Elizabeth Arden Prevage which is a SPF 50 and also a tinted moisturiser.
Will my skin get better if I stop wearing makeup?
Yes. Not wearing makeup has benefits for your skin. You skin will be clearer as there is less chance of your pores getting clogged with powder or foundation. You skin will also be able to better regulate its natural exfoliation process, oil production and hydration level, since there is nothing covering it.
This post was all about how to stop wearing makeup and get beautiful skin
Thanks for reading my post about how to stop wearing makeup. If you stopped your routine of makeup then please leave me a comment below and let me know how you got on. The longer you keep up your no-makeup behavior the easier it will become. As you stop wearing foundation you will notice your skin tone improve as dead skin cells are less likely to build up and your skin has more breathing room!