Easy Fix For Patchy Makeup! My tips to stop and repair patchy foundation

It's such an annoying thing that happens! But some of us get patchy flakey skin throughout the day. Here are my tips to stop patchy makeup and repair it when it does happen!
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00:00 Intro
00:50 Does Skincare Make My Foundation Patchy?
02:06 Do I Need To Use Primer For Patchy Foundation?
02:39 Do My Makeup Tools Affect My Foundation Application?
04:32 Is Less Foundation Better?
05:20 Does Powder Make Foundation Patchy?
06:23 How To Repair Patchy Foundation
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[@bobby3827]

I get SO FRUSTRATED when this happens. I'll be blending my foundation and the beauty blender will literally pull off the foundation leaving a giant hole in my foundation. Some spots will stay in place while others will just lift off and not stick to my skin. I'm going to have to do a little bit of trial and error to find out what works best for me.

[@brookegerecke9899]

THIS! This is what happens with my liquid bronzer! And it doesn't happen all the time... just sometimes.

[@ok-td1io]

this also happens to me everytime, especially when im in school so i get really conscious when im talking to people up close bc i could literally tell that they can see that bad texture 😭😭😭

[@nikitakumari4953]

i know why this happens. its because of using dry beauty blender. coz its porous and tends to absorb things. we wet it so that it can no longer absorb any thing

[@victoriatrondsen7935]

Same with me, it happens if my blender is too dry or too wet! 😩

[@Cakes247]

@@nikitakumari4953not always. It’s happened to me using my wet (damp) beauty blender 😩

[@jessicaeisele6602]

That eye makeup 🔥

[@RobertWelsh]

Thank yooooou!

[@bron8290]

It reminds me of a butterfly fluttering it's wings and revealing a pop of colour. His eyelashes are the wins and the lighter blue on th e lids is the inner wing if that makes senze

[@rudeawakening5816]

His eye makeup is ALWAYS freakin stunning!!! Uuuuuhhhhhh

[@dawnrenee7280]

Right!! I’m always jealous of his looks and can never duplicate them! Absolutely love Robert!

[@lindas9103]

This!!! What eyeshadow is this???

[@kimichan5]

Oh my gosh I love that he called out the ridiculous trend of just pouring foundation all over your face! Such a pet peeve of mine, its dumb 🙄

[@sunilgangarh7448]

I’ve got dry skin with lots of acne scars and folliculitis so I’m often dealing with dry patches and/or redness to cover but full coverage foundation looks crazy on me so I’ve just mastered spot concealing and using skin tints and I get compliments on how “real” my makeup looks all the time

[@purrgundy]

Love that! Do you have any skin tint recommendations? I've been on the lookout for ones with SPF for my sensitive skin lately!

[@sunilgangarh7448]

@@purrgundy My current faves are the Rimmel Skin Kind or the Milk Makeup Sunshine Skin Tint SPF 30! I use pretty small amounts and pair it with spot concealing and it does wonders for looking like real skin. The Haus Labs foundation is god tier for complexion too. Again, I only use small amounts of that so it’s like a skin tint

[@bron8290]

​@@sunilgangarh7448 Wdym by "spot concealing"? Like concealer? Sorry if that's a dumb question kinda new to the intricacies of makeup

[@sunilgangarh7448]

@@bron8290 Perfectly fine question as it’s not widely practiced these days! It’s basically using a concealer that’s an exact match to your skin and targeting just where you need concealing (like spots). It’s not a brightening technique, it’s just used to cover problem areas. Mostly used for models or people who like light coverage

[@tammiemartinez6485]

I never got into using liquid foundations (even as a teen). I didn't have problematic skin, just a few blemishes during that time of the month but not even every month. The one time I tried it I immediately took it off because I felt like I was wearing a mask. It's always been powder foundation for me and then it's lightly applied. As a young adult that's when I got attacked by the pimple squad which I have some scarring from. Once skin tints hit the scene hard I started using one along with my powder foundation. I like the way that combo works. If I don't want to I won't use the skin tint all over my face. Because the match is perfect no one can tell. Love this because like I previously said I don't feel like I'm wearing a mask and my face feels like it can breathe...

[@KawaiiKermit]

I am supposed to be doing an essay but this just came out as I was getting distracted and putting on makeup HAHAHA, my skin texture has been TERRIBLE and no matter how much or little base makeup I use, my face looks awful. THANK YOU ROBERT! You are saving me and my heavy insecurities 🩵

[@valerienguyen910]

I have been recently dealing with this issue so this is great timing! Thanks for the tips 💜

[@RobertWelsh]

My pleasure! I hope the video helps!

[@lisapetty146]

@@RobertWelsh can you do a review on the Eyeko brand? They are London based, right? Their mascaras and liquid liner are amazing. They are so superior to so many luxury brands. Yet, not many people know about them. Not here in the US anyway. I'm so curious about their eye shadows. PS. - I genuinely adore you, I could listen to you ALL DAY!

[@kerriwright4593]

I do think I often use too much skincare to combat the dry patches all over. I hate when foundation clings to any dryness. I've learned that I don't like setting powder really. I've ruined my make-up so many times trying to use it because it looks great and is so smoothing on everyone else. On me I look like a dinosaur with powder 😅

[@tiffanysadler2072]

Same!

[@claytaitai]

I feel the same, i have dry skin and dry patches the powder is a no no to me

[@ZombieQueeen]

“Dino with powder” just had me crack up imagining a T-Rex with a full face on…but it’s patchy AF 😂

[@kerriwright4593]

@@ZombieQueeen 🤣😄

[@sarahwest5814]

I'm not a fan of influencers dripping products, especially makeup products all over the skin for visual effects more than functionality because it is way too much product. People at home forget that they don't have studio lighting or high end cameras and it will look different at home and especially in natural lighting. I appreciate your approach to educate with a realistic viewpoint. I use the back of my hand as a palette for liquid/ cream products for myself and use a glass pallette when applying makeup on others. This method allows for an even base and better blending of contour, highlight and blush prior to setting with powder.

[@shotsbydawn]

I have extremely oily skin, I also suffer with some texture, acne and my pores are large. I use elf toner and moisturizer, and a tiny layer of elf setting spray before applying foundation with a beauty blender (I get it wet and ring it out before I start anything, and let it sit for a few) and a don't touch powder. It works really well for my face and has taken me years to perfect! I use the occasional primer (very thin layer) on my cheeks and around my nose if I'm particularly dry and oily that day. He's right, it takes time but it's so worth it! Thanks Robert for teaching me how to find what works for my skin✨💜

[@Patti-1962]

I can always count on Robert to share pertinent information that adds to my life!! I did a "clear out" in my subscription list on KZbin because I'm not watching as many makeup videos as I use too. Robert's channel is too important to miss!!

[@jspisces83]

Love listening to you talk about makeup. I find it soothing.

[@abby.l.c]

I've been watching makeup related content for YEARS and yet I always learn something new and helpful from your videos. Thank youuu Robert!

[@hirohiwo]

good skincare routine both day and night helps a lot with my base makeup application. Keeping the dead skin minimal and the oil control from skincare are so helpful for me.

[@freedomfighter4990]

THIS is why I love your channel, Robert. I would never try most of the looks you do in your videos, but when it comes to straight-up make-up theory & knowing all the tips & tricks to create a flawless face, you're the King! 👑💯😘

[@faithziqubu1331]

Thank you Robert, I think I speak for everyone when I say we really do appreciate all the your help 💜

[@carialvarado1996]

Had this exact problem yesterday and today so happy you posted it. Thank you as always.

[@constanzamorissalazar1122]

You have the most soothing and relaxing voice ever 💜 thanks for this incredible helpful tips!! I definitely will be trying some bc I do fight with foundations from time to time. Much love for yor Robert!

[@SheilaMarguerite]

Thank you for this, Robert. I have given up on liquid foundation at this point because no matter how I prep my skin or what i use to apply, it just does not lay nicely. I always use mineral powder foundation. I will try liquid again, using really tiny amounts at a time! 🖤

[@RobertWelsh]

Yesssss!! My pleasure!

[@glancycorner7425]

Robert, I adore your straight talk! ♥️♥️♥️

[@lizardbreathh]

Tips and tricks are my favorite videos! Thanks Robert!

[@smilinginkc2519]

Thank so much for the tips, Robert! Every video I learn something new and using your techniques have helped so much. ❤

[@BarbaraT.]

I love your personality, Robert! 💜

[@PolymniaBathory]

Robert, I am watching your videos as a form of therapy. I don't know how to explain but the way you talk and your voice tone is sooooooo calming. Much love xx

[@Lem0nlEm1ly]

i seriously love this man

[@Dionysus999]

Great tips, I've had issues with patchy foundation and texture and even in previous videos when you say just don't use face powder has been super helpful

[@tamikopoole]

I would love to see a video with you showing a good technique for working product into the skin with brushes!

[@bellaleu7782]

An absolute HUGE Thanks Robert 💜 You answered my non waterproof mascara (from latest Live Q&A) and no longer look like a raccoon! Love & Blessings from 🇺🇸

[@RobertWelsh]

Omg amazing!!!! 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@eileneschwier6213]

I had the exact same problem and I was also saved by Robert's tips! Every time I catch myself in a mirror raccoon-less, I am so thankful! 😂💜

[@leneskov5184]

Oh, I missed that video - what is the tip?

[@ThePraNormalPreSS]

Thank you so much!!! Your advice has absolutely helped me so much. I’m 40 and my skin is matured so I definitely have this issue . But now I’m very excited to try these techniques ❤

[@alisonlovins2433]

Robert, you are just the best! And that eye makeup…🔥🔥🔥

[@linseylinsey]

I never enjoyed MAC complexion products, but that mineralize skin finish powder was always really great and easy to use!

[@bron8290]

Hi Robert. Thank you so much for this video. I'm getting good at eye makeup (not on you level yet but one day hopefully) but I'm finding the base makeup aspect to be tricky. You are such a bright light in the makeup community. Love from South Africa

[@sarahmichellepotter9296]

Can you do a video on color matching for really inexperienced people - I’ve watched so many videos and I am still getting the wrong shade.

[@RobertWelsh]

Yea!! 🖤🖤🖤

[@UnpurrfectRobyn]

YES! I have really been leaning into the less is more with products lately and not always using a dedicated primer. I've been much happier and my skin looks more like skin and less like skin covered in makeup.

[@takeashotgirl9976]

The tip about foundation mainly on the center of tour face has been mentioned in previous videos and THANK YOU SO MUCH bc it has truly saved me time & money by using less product & it looks better! I do use a primer but only a small amnt in the tzone, where pores are more visible & for me, primer does actually help more than a moisturizer or a serum. The hydration mist & beauty blender combo are also my saving grace for tying my whole look together and for patchiness, again smth you've mentioned before that I've incorporated. You're so helpful, tysm

[@SusieOtto]

so helpful! I just recently started using cream foundation sticks and love how they look when I first put them on but sometimes get patchy. great tips

[@AlainaRene87]

You look absooutely beautiful Robert! 💜🖤💜

[@lisasanders4818]

That eyeshadow look is phenomenal ❤🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥💋👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻-Love you Robert!

[@horrorveronica724]

This is the video I’ve been waiting for!

[@abbynormal86]

Thank you for this video Robert!! I occasionally run into this problem, and it’s almost always that I’ve used way too much foundation - applying my foundation sparingly and using my fingers to apply instead of my usual brush or blender usually does the trick for me! 💜💜

[@jorydany]

This is so perfect!! Saving it to make sure I study it and know how to prevent it. You're lovely!!! And super fun❤❤❤❤

[@majesticsammie1234]

Instead of using Setting Sprays, Especially for Dry Skin. You can use Toner. You can also use Toner in replacement of Water with your Beauty Sponge. The ideal of using Toners as a replacement of Setting Sprays or Water is because it has all the natural ingredients & Hydration the Skin needs to rehydrate. Most Dry Skin people always wonder why their makeup is always separating- including myself, is because dry skin & Alcohol products don't cooperate it tends to separate your makeup. Makeup products that contain Alcohol will eventually dry out the skin. For dry skin people, non- alcohol makeup products are your best suggestions, in my opinion and from my experience. I hope this helps. [:

[@LL-zb3dl]

This is so helpful! I've been doing my make up for 15 years but lately I've been getting really patchy make up and it's so frustrating, I end up taking it off and starting again! Loving your eye looks lately, giving me loads of inspiration 🥳!

[@bobby3827]

I do the same thing! My foundation will start to come off in patches, so I wipe off all my makeup and start over again in hopes that it will magically stick the second time around!

[@vlogafter3054]

My makeup too for the last 8 years never lifted. With the new skincare routine I'm having a lot of these issues. Makes me think maybe the whole skincare trend is overrated

[@S0dap0pb0ttle]

Thank you! You save me from buying things I probably don't need to fix this problem!

[@notjustanotherbrickinthewall]

I love your videos so much! You are such an amazing educator! ♥️

[@sabrinaconcepcion6489]

i’ve been dealing with a lot of patchy areas near my checks and under eyes i will definitely be trying these

[@amandacoman6778]

Thank you for all these wonderful tips. I’ve tried everything,for years. And I still insist on Wearing makeup even when it looks horribly lifted. I’ll be trying these things tomorrow!💜💜

[@user-ni1og6dl1m]

Best tip from Robert I found was to blot my skin after prepping to remove excess product, my foundation stays on sooooo much better now!! 💜💚

[@hannahw90hw]

I do this! I use tissue paper from the bathroom to get any excess

[@Cait491]

Thank you for this Robert. So helpful 🖤 Your make up looks 🔥

[@debbieotoole1072]

The less is more foundation is soooo true, I've been doing this for the past few years now and my foundation looks the best it's ever been. I always use so tissue to dry out my beauty sponge so that its just soft and bouncy. Great video very helpful tips 👍

[@celisecollie1557]

ROBERT, that eye look!😍

[@BrittanyDawson]

Holy shit that eye look is 🔥🔥🔥 Such great tips!! Since I started cutting back on the amount of skincare products I use before foundation I’ve noticed my makeup looks so much better and stays put way longer! And the beauty blender trick is a MUST.

[@teresawilliams1201]

Your makeup is always so nice but can we talk about how great your hair looks ♥️

[@mari-bella]

ugh, sooo so helpful! thank you, Robert! 🙂

[@userenvy]

That blue shadow with alll the dark going on is MAGNIFICENT!!! I have similar skin and hair tones and i never did blue. I will now. Im still hooked on berries. They liggt me up!

[@theonlydeadmuffinball]

Oh my god I luv your hair in this vid!! Looks almost curly!! Obsessed!!❤️❤️

[@K.ALISON]

I was just gonna comment about mineral powder and you touched on it 😂 Your the bomb ❤ I'm of the older age group and tried hiding away from powder foundation until I did try mineral and a dewy setting spray absolutely a game changer for me ! The setting spray just alters the look completely. Love it !

[@trudyrudge8970]

Such fab advice thank you Robert ...my make up game is so much better since I found your channel...i always use a brush now for foundation and it looks so much better! Happy Monday xxxx

[@RobertWelsh]

Thank you Trudy!!!! 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@melissacrawford4693]

Thanks for the great tips. And such a fabulous eye look!!!

[@kirbyhowell6068]

I love this! Thank you for all the great tips. Sharing with my friends too ❤️

[@lachouapor]

This was helpful! I was always feeling frustrated about the patchniess of my foundation so I never wanted to buy/try anything new

[@maureenolson9609]

Greta tips! Your foundation looks flawless.

[@victoriap2]

loving the look 💙

[@RobertWelsh]

Thank yoooou! 🖤🖤🖤

[@samjohns3227]

My favourite eye look ever of yours, wowwwwww!!

[@itsmedawn-marie]

Stunning 🤩 I very rarely wear makeup due to excessive texture, wrinkles and crepey skin, but finally found a skin serum/foundation that suits me without turning orange! I'll experiment with some powders I've recently bought. Thanks for the tips

[@VickyRyan2018]

Tell us about your secret products please!! ❤❤

[@BeeCurious007]

Yes....spill it SISTER 🤣 I love your heart emoji!

[@ericalampley480]

I have that skin! What's the product!?!

[@bayleightan]

What’s the skin tint??

[@michellevelde9313]

Thank you! Helpful tips, but also so sweet. 😊

[@iluvhou]

A couple of years ago I started using a powder brush to apply foundation because it just looked so thick, comfy, with soft compact bristles. I love it. I have the Mac Mineralize Skinfinish Natural compact in my skin tone, I love it. Since I work from home & am still semi stuck in 2020 mode I rarely use cosmetics but I appreciate the education. 😊

[@JadeSaintRose]

Thank you! I could never figure out why I had this issue, but your explanation made so much sense. You’re amazing as always ❤ What are your favorite mineral powders?

[@emmaCoatedCoffeeBean]

Hi Robert, ages ago you did an oily skin makeup routine, the dry skin gals would appreciate a dedicated routine!

[@lindsay419]

Awesome video! Happy Monday! I really like your hair like that.

[@RobertWelsh]

Thank you so much! 🖤🖤

[@NinetiesBB]

I love these tip vids. And also the eye look!

[@staceyjaneway4000]

Robert I just love you and you are still the only person I trust. You always look amazing 🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@RobertWelsh]

Thank you Stacey!! 🖤🖤🖤

[@SedraKurdi]

hey Robert 😊 just wanna say i love seeing you via the internet! you really uplift my mood. feels like we are bffs ❤ have a great week!

[@RobertWelsh]

Thank you so much!🥹🖤🖤🖤

[@Litha_Light]

That first tip is pure gold 🥇

[@random.everly]

Any tips on how to fix “smile lines” or creases around the mouth? I think I watched from one of your react videos about using eye primer but I couldn’t find it to be sure

[@RobertWelsh]

Yea! Eye primer that is your skin tone and use that in the area instead of foundation, don’t go over it with foundation. It will of course eventually crease, makeup can’t stop our skin moving unfortunately!

[@SoDarnSatisfying]

Going to try these tips and your peach fuzz tip from the recent live about brushing down. Thank you 💜

[@musingsbyfdj]

You’ve said it once before about the mist and I have to say it’s perfect. My skin dry/dehydrated sitting under the air conditioner/heater at work is screaming ‘give me moisture’. I did get the new Estée Lauder hydrating mist, I feel 100 pulling out one of their products but it really is good - then I tap it in just like you said and day at work done. It lasts about 5 hours. Go to lunch looking like scrambled eggs and return looking fresher with no eggs - do wait for it dry into your skin or you’ll run the risk of wiping it off! Love you Robert ❤

[@TeetsMcgee05]

You're the most beautiful human being I've ever seen or heard (according to your vids at least 😉) To be fair...you, James & Marcus seem to be exceptional, kind souls. Your parents deserve a pat on the back for raising such amazing people.

[@dianehiltz1193]

This is a fantastic video, thank you Robert…💜

[@jaedaberry7724]

I have very dry skin and I’m new to the makeup world! This has helped tremendously ! The very last part about having patience was really nice because I feel like I’m wasting money trying all these products. I didn’t educate myself first. But on my dry skin I use a vegan skincare oil after my moisturizer. I like the Bobbi brown vitamin c primer moisturizer, that’s my next buy! I need cream primers and limited hydrating powder. Powder helps with my creasing but to combat the dry look after the powders I use a dewy lightweight glow setting spray before and after starting makeup. 😅

[@SaraMeMeMeeeee]

I needed this one. Thank you x

[@r.melindar.1349]

You are a JOY to watch! This is a 57 year old woman who loves your ideas!

[@maureenbyrd4642]

Helpful tips! Thank you 😊

[@imanabdulsalam4027]

omg thank you so much for this video i really needed this right now!

[@user-eb1ke3ys1e]

Please do a tutorial on this eye make up! This is fire! 😊

[@octobergirl4]

I have exema on my face, and no matter what I do it is always patchy.I will follow your advice and see how it goes..

[@lacienewcombe5121]

The best beauty blender I’ve found so far is the Kiko one - it has a slight silicone feel to it but puffs up nicely and blends the foundation beautifully! But I do agree that it needs to be wrung out fully

[@ZonaHiranandani]

Video suggestion: makeup techniques for hot summer (given that it’s increasingly hot in the uk, would be great timing 🥹) for both dry and oily skins. Also, tips on how to remove waterproof mascara easily cause sometimes it doesn’t come off completely even with an oil cleanser 😮‍💨

[@hjobbabj8426]

Thank you for this tips.With love from Iceland

[@moviebuff6490]

Great advice!

[@JulieGarrett-ni3zm]

Glad to see you in bluish eye shadow , although I have vampire white skin Ash blonde hair and blue eyes , browns purples etc plus same in eyeliner or black make me look like I've been punched in the eyes , I have cool undertones and realy want to see more cool colours on eyemake up

[@emilygriffith6702]

I feel so stupid rn 😂 i thought I’d learned almost all the tips and tricks but I literally thought the point of the beauty blender WAS to be wet to make the foundation more dewy 💀😂

[@chiaseed7974]

These tips are great. One thing to note too is the ingredients of your makeup or skincare!, Do not mix silicone, oil and water based ingredients. I've been doing the same routine and recently it gets patchy after just an hour outside (humid tropical) and it was driving me crazy as towhat could've caused it. After checking alll of my skincare and makeup ingredients, it was my new sunscreen which was water based was causing my makeup to separate haha (since all of my makeup is silicone based and well I guess I was using my sunscreen as the primer too)

[@kristinaprakash]

This is great! I feel like I always panic and over prep my skin and my foundation breaks apart or pills and gets patchy!

[@colettewolf1107]

I love when you whisper

[@KylieMackLA]

I never ever thought I'd apply oil before my makeup - being an oily person. BUT, your Beauty Bakerie baking oil tip has been MAGIC on my now combo 50yr old skin. I used it on the weekend for an event, and my makeup was flawless for 14hrs - THANK YOU!

[@hannahmoynehan7485]

I really want to know what this is now! Have you any idea where i could find it?

[@claytaitai]

I used a lot of your tips for less is more, i have a really really dry flaky skin, with a lot of fine lines that looks bad with more coverage and i made that mistake for years. Using less became everything to me and using a brush too makes just perfect makeup

[@jenniferwood3232]

I found using a brush first stamping it in and then a sponge not damp. And I use my face spf for primer most days. You are my favorite u always are teaching ❤

[@RobertWelsh]

Yessss amazing advice! 🖤

[@molliekeller8577]

i get this at the end of the day HOW DO GIRLIES STAY SO GOOD ALL DAYYY

[@jojomarch]

I love this makeup on you! stunning. My god it's so hot in the UK I've officially given up on makeup lol

[@-kenz-2729]

WHY IS HE SO PRETTY OMG